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• 94: The End of Apprenticeships? Employed vs. Self-Employed w/ Sid Sottung & Luke Ellis

  Anthony Laban returns to BarbersRide for another special episode from Captain Fawcett HQ. This time, he sits down with industry veterans Sid Sottung and Luke Ellis of Sink And Anchor in Edinburgh to get to the heart of the "employed versus self-employed" debate… They cut through the crap, discussing the realities of owning a barbershop in a modern world where skilled staff are increasingly choosing to go self-employed, and what this means for the future of apprenticeships. The trio also tackles the importance of working smarter, not harder, by focusing on client retention, upselling services and finding your niche - the very core of a successful, long-lasting career! SUPPORT BARBERS RIDE'S MAKE-A-WISH CAMPAIGN! ✨👇 Website: https://www.justgiving.com/team/barbersride2025 FOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarber Credits: Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gb THE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST  Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.

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• 93: How To Build A Successful Barber Brand w/ Gary Spencer & Gianni Cardinale | (Part 2)

  Anthony Laban returns with Gary Spencer and Gianni Cardinale for Part 2 in Michael Douglas’s Studio, cutting straight to the truth about building a successful brand. The trio dives into whether a brand is born from a carefully crafted strategy or if it happens by accident… Gianni shares how he meticulously planned the Cardinale Collective to be a high-end, minimal salon experience inspired by brands like Aesop, while Gary reveals the "eureka moment" that led to the creation of the Great British Barber Bash. They also get honest about the unglamorous reality of being an international educator, the importance of integrity when collaborating with other companies and the value of a long-term business strategy over "fast rewards". This is a must-listen for any barber looking to build more than just a clientele - it's for those who want to build a lasting legacy. Join us at the Barber Bash in November! 👇 https://linktr.ee/BARBERBASH FOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarber Credits: Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gb THE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST  Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.

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• 92: What Makes A Great Educator? Why Instagram Hype Isn’t Enough w/ Gary Spencer & Gianni Cardinale

  Anthony Laban is joined by Gary Spencer of the Great British Barber Bash and Gianni Cardinale for a conversation that gets to the heart of what makes a great educator… They argue that in an industry full of so-called "Instagram educators", true leadership is about more than just cutting hair well - it’s about the ability to teach, mentor and inspire a team. The trio explains why the hard-won journey is a vital part of a barber’s development, teaching resilience and graft that you simply can't learn from a "fast reward" culture. This episode cuts through the crap to reveal the importance of a long-term professional journey and a leader who's been through it all. Join us at the Barber Bash! 👇 https://linktr.ee/BARBERBASH FOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarber Credits: Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gb THE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST  Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.

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• 91: Old School Barbers: The Apprenticeship Crisis & Reinventing Your Craft ft. Dan Rix & Baldy

  Join us as The Noble Barber returns to BarbersRide 2024 for the second episode in our special series celebrating brotherhood, community and charity. Anthony Laban sits down with two industry veterans and long-term friends, Master Barber Dan Rix and Baldy (Daren Heywood Kenny) of Baldys Barbers, to get honest about what it takes to build a lasting career...  The conversation cuts through the crap on the business of barbering, from the struggles of running a shop to navigating the apprenticeship crisis and the high cost of employing staff. We look at the pros and cons of being a hands-on business owner and why a clear vision and creative passion are key to a long-lasting journey in the industry! SUBSCRIBE TO THE NOBLE BARBERS CAREERS & ADVICE APP! 👇 Website: https://www.thenoblebarber.co.uk FOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarber Filmed & Edited by @hamlinstudios THE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST  Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.

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• 90: Are UK Barbering Colleges Failing? The Belfast Met Story with Fiona Warnock & Justine Higgins

  Anthony Laban travels to Belfast to sit down with two of the most influential figures in UK barbering education, Fiona Warnock and Justine Higgins from Belfast Metropolitan College. This episode is an essential listen for anyone in the industry, as Anthony seeks to find out why barber education on the UK mainland is failing and what can be learned from the success of Belfast Met. They cut through the crap to discuss the true meaning of a quality barbering education, the importance of passion, and how the right system can launch a career. You'll hear how Belfast Met has managed to build a reputation that has seen them train hundreds of the top barbers in Northern Ireland. They also cover the business of education, the need for a modern curriculum, and why a post-graduate certificate in teaching matters! SUBSCRIBE TO THE NOBLE BARBERS CAREERS & ADVICE APP! 👇 Website: https://www.thenoblebarber.co.uk FOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarber Filmed & Edited by @hamlinstudios THE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST  Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.

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