Consult agenda and purpose
The consult is a focused planning session that lasts exactly 15 MINUTES. In that time we clarify your training goals, confirm whether you prefer 1-on-1 or group sessions, and evaluate existing experience level. The stylist and trainee outline which skill areas to prioritize and whether a hands-on follow-up is needed.
Because the consult is brief, it concentrates on scope and outcomes rather than hands-on practice. Expect a clear recommendation about session format and target skills, plus an outline of topics to include in subsequent training. This keeps any booked instruction efficient and tailored to your needs.
Local factors and timing
Training plans consider Nashville’s humid subtropical climate, including hot, humid summers and a pollen season in spring. These regional conditions affect maintenance concerns discussed during the consult, such as managing humidity’s effect and choosing rhythms that work for local clients and event schedules.
Seasonality also affects demand: the busiest months for consults and bookings are January, September, and October, when many stylists plan education for the coming season. We use that timing to map training that aligns with fall/winter styling needs and New Year professional goals.
Logistics and next steps
Bring a clear list of goals, examples of client hair or portfolio images, and availability for follow-up sessions. The 15 MINUTES consult results in a recommended training plan and scheduling options for hands-on instruction. If you’re commuting from downtown or Germantown, we’ll factor convenient times into the plan.
Decide whether you want group or private instruction: group sessions support team training and shared learning, while 1-on-1 work is more focused on individual technique. The consult helps weigh these trade-offs and sets the next steps for booking practical, in-salon training.
