Category: Career

American Institute of Beauty, Inc. (AIB) would be nothing without our incredible faculty and staff. Lisa Linkous, often called “Mama Lisa” by her students, is one such member of the AIB family who works tirelessly to help students and clients alike feel special. She has been with AIB for over 15 years, and brings a…

So you’ve been attracting clients, but how do you get them back in your door? Here are our tips for retaining your clients and turning them into loyal customers.

This month we had the pleasure of interviewing one of our talented cosmetology instructors, Kristine Marcum. She’s a wizard with hair color and has a tangible passion for the beauty industry. She’s an integral part of the AIB family, and makes a noticeable impact on the lives of our students. We hope you enjoy hearing…

Do you spend hours watching makeup tutorials on YouTube? Are you a fan of long shopping sprees at retailers such as Sephora and Ulta? Or maybe you’ve been giving your friends amazing hairstyles at no cost for as long as you can remember? Although hair and makeup may seem like just a hobby for you,…

Hey Future Professionals if you are looking to stay on trend and recommend new styles to your guests, consider some of these up-and-coming hair trends. Top 5 Hair Trends for 2018 Boyish Bangs — Choppy bangs that accentuate pixie cuts have been all over the runways this season. This simple and easy style can perfectly…

Female barbers are expected to do more than simply cut hair—they must cut through traditional stereotypes. Unfortunately, there is a long-standing assumption women can’t cut men’s hair properly because of their gender. The truth is women can find major success in the field and build a very large and faithful client base. The Benefits of…

It’s a new year, meaning it could be high time for a new you. One of the biggest sources of dissatisfaction in our lives often stem from our jobs. When you’re stuck in a work rut, you can feel trapped and despondent. The start of the year is the ideal time to get a fresh…

As the holiday season rolls around, all of us in the beauty industry are looking for ways to help those in need. Many of us have been blessed to never go without a hot meal on the table during the holidays. However, for the less fortunate, this may not always be the case. Here are…

Situated in the heart of the fall season, October is often synonymous with hues of orange, crimson and maize. However, for many who advocate for breast cancer awareness, October is really about the color pink. This month is recognized nationwide as Breast Cancer Awareness month, and it’s the perfect time for salons as well as…

A common misconception is women alone have shaped the beauty industry. In actuality, several notable men have acted as pioneers in launching wildly successful beauty brands. The following is a spotlight on men who have made a name for themselves in beauty. Max Factor Max Factor is one of the earliest male pioneers in the…