Okay, so…I get this good-size order from one of “my” extension artists the other day. I said “Hmmm, business must be good”, which is wonderful for him (and me) in this economic climate. He says, “Yeah, it IS good.” So I asked, “How are you doing that? I heard things were pretty slow in your area right now.” He replies, “I just lowered my prices a LITTLE bit…not much, just a little….and it made a huge difference. I’d rather make a little bit less on each client, keep them in their hair extensions and still be working!” I said “Yeah, I kind of did the same thing by offering free shipping on my orders of $100 or more….if someone can plan ahead a little and order in bulk, I’ll absorb that shipping cost….you bet.”

I was just so inspired by his level of commitment to his work and his clientele…and his lack of ego around being a “hair extension artist”. Bottom line is….we need to work, and people still need to look their best. So, if that means everyone pitching in to do what they can to make it through this mess, then I’m all for it.

And, by no means am I advocating workin’ it for nothing. We’ve come so far in this industry and I believe we deserve every penny our aching feet and backs have earned us….but sometimes it IS about going the extra mile, or throwing in something special to keep our clients. Right now, people are making hard choices and in some places it’s tougher than others. I’m just saying….maybe think outside of the box for a while…consider some options….see what you can do that’s a win-win for you and your clients. This time will pass…and hopefully, we’ll all be a lot stronger, wiser and “evolved” because of it.

Happy 2010 everyone….looking forward to hearing from you in the NEW YEAR….YAY!

AND….Thanks for choosing www.monkeybarrz.com to purchase your Monkey Barrz Hair Extension Adhesive.