A shop owner's playbook for the Black barbershop business: booth rent vs commission, pricing for rising costs, booking apps, retail, and client retention.
How a growing movement is training Black barbers in mental health first aid, turning the chair into a safe space to talk about stress, anxiety, and depression.
A barber's guide to Black men's grooming: skin care for melanin-rich skin, razor bump prevention, beard oil vs balm, scalp care, and brands worth stocking.
How the Black barbershop became a cornerstone of American life, from post-Reconstruction entrepreneurship to civil rights organizing to today's political and cultural stage.