Business
5 Ways to Build Your Clientele Before You Graduate
Oct 7, 2025
## 5 Ways to Build Your Clientele Before You Graduate Starting your career with a solid client base is the key to immediate success. At Cureosity Academy, we integrate business training into our programs to ensure you hit the ground running. Here are five essential strategies you can start using today to build your clientele before you even graduate. ### 1. Master the Student Salon Your student salon is your first real-world laboratory. Treat every client like a VIP. *Collect Contact Info:** Always get their email and phone number for follow-up. *Rebooking:** Always try to rebook their next appointment before they leave. *Ask for Referrals:** Offer a small incentive (like 10% off their next service) for clients who refer a friend. ### 2. Leverage Social Media Social media is the modern portfolio. Use it to showcase your work and personality. *Before & After Photos:** Always ask permission to take high-quality before and after photos of your work. *Consistent Posting:** Post regularly to keep your work visible. Use relevant hashtags like #LongviewHair #TexasBarber #CureosityGrad. *Go Live:** Use Instagram or TikTok Live to show behind-the-scenes glimpses of your training. ### 3. Network with Local Businesses Get out into the community and make connections. *Business Cards:** Always have professional business cards ready to hand out. *Collaborate:** Partner with local boutiques, gyms, or coffee shops for cross-promotion. Offer their staff a discount on services in exchange for them promoting you. ### 4. Offer a Signature Service What makes you unique? Develop a signature service or specialty that clients can only get from you. *Example:** A unique deep-conditioning treatment, a specialized fade technique, or a signature brow lamination style. *Market It:** Promote this service heavily on your social media and in the student salon. ### 5. Follow Up, Follow Up, Follow Up The fortune is in the follow-up. *Thank You Notes:** Send a personalized thank-you email or text within 24 hours of their service. *Check-in:** Send a quick message a week later to see how they are enjoying their new look or treatment. This shows you care and encourages loyalty. |
