SportClips Bi-Monthly Shopping Guide

WE’RE BRINGING

Last October 30, Sport Clips Managers, Stylists and Coaches attended the Sexy Hair Academy in Santa Monica, California. These were winners from all over the country who won the Sexy Hair Hero Deal Contest. They traveled from near and far to learn from some of the best artists in the industry and experience the Sexy Hair difference.

From the luxurious accommodations at the Huntley Hotel to Tai Chi on the beach and Structure in Motion, these winners left feeling inspired and re-energized. We asked the winners how this experience inspired them and what they would bring back to their teams.

“The Style Sexy trip was amazing, and it opened my eyes so much to things I never thought possible. It let me see that with a little focus on me and my center, focusing on my creativity is so much easier. This is a trip I wish I could have taken sooner, but I’m glad to have it now to share and help others like me. It wasn’t just a free trip, it was an experience that I will not soon forget!”

-Kasandra Amador, South Texas Coach

“What I got from this amazing experience was how much enthusiasm the instructors had about being able to pass on new skills, knowledge and techniques to all of us. That will be something I will carry with me throughout my career and pass on to others in hopes of inspiring them to always keep striving to be the best they can be.”

-Christina Narby, Manager PA105

(STYLE) SEXY BACK!

“Going to the Sexy Hair Academy in California was more than just an amazing experience. The ability to learn new cutting skills beyond anything we know back home was epic! Taking those skills back to use them in the store makes us feel so proud of the stylists we have become. All the Sexy Hair coaches and stylists were such inspirations! They really made us feel comfortable. There was no doubt they wanted to teach us and help us learn more technically! Thank you, Style Sexy for making such killer products and ultimately making our retail sales better! As for me and my store, we will continually try and win this trip every single year!”

-Amanda Kobosh, MO905

“This was by far the most amazing experience of my career. Connecting with other industry professionals, breathtaking views, learning amazing new techniques, and Tai Chi on the beach, which helped me perfect my ergonomics while behind the chair. All I can say is I can’t wait until next year!”

Liz Marcell, Wisconsin Coach

“I had an amazing time attending the Sexy Hair Academy. The location was absolutely breathtaking and the platform artists were top notch and tons of fun! I’m obsessed with Sexy Hair products, so it was a huge honor to attend their academy. We were treated like royalty and I can’t wait to go back!”

-Serena Stewart, Manager TX 111

WILL YOUR STORE WIN THE NEXT TRIP TO THE SEXY HAIR ACADEMY?

2017 Hero DEAL Calendar at a Glance

We are excited to release the 2017 Hero Deal calendar. These Hero Deals will help raise funds up to $155,000 for Help A Hero in 2017.

Here is how the deals will work. During each Hero Deal Month, a manufacturer partner will donate $1 for every product sold during that month. In addition, as a reward for your hard work and dedication to this campaign, stylists contests have been put into place. Over $60,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded in 2017! Who wants to go the Sexy Hair Academy, or hang out with the G IBS gang in Fort Collins, CO, or win $800 in gift cards? All of this is up for grabs and more!

Stay tuned for future editions of the Sport Clips Shopping Guide to learn more about these great Hero Deals and the contests that support them.

Hero Deal Game Plan

Not only do Hero Deals help raise money for a great cause, they also allow you and your team to compete for some amazing prizes. But success doesn’t always come easy. Below are some strategies that many of the winning stores in the past have utilized to be successful.

Let’s get your team pumped up!

1. CREATE A PLAN

3. PLAN YOUR INVENTORY

Work with your team and your DBE Account Executive to create a 6-month plan.

2. SET A GOAL

How much you want to sell during the month? Break it down weekly and daily. Assign goals to your team members and then create a chart to help track results.

Know the number of products you need to sell to meet your goal. Plan your orders each month to ensure that Hero Deal top sellers are always in stock.

5. MERCHANDIZE YOUR STORE

Utilize top shelf or tables to highlight Hero Deal products and how the Hero Deal program works. Pick of the Week signs for all Hero Deals are available on ShopGuysWin.com.

4. SCHEDULE EDUCATION

Hold a Pep Rally one week prior to the Hero Deal. Educate and communicate goals to team members. Explain the Hero Deal Program to team membersand how they can explain to clients, as well as provide Product Knowledge.

REACH OUT TO YOUR DBE ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE TO INQUIRE ABOUT MANUFACTURER EDUCATION AND MORE STRATEGIES.

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FEBRUARY HERO DEAL STYLIST INCENTIVE

The Store with the Highest Take Home Per Client per region will win:

WIN

Spring

(Store Manager and Top Stylist will attend)

FEBRUARY HERO DEAL STYLIST INCENTIVE

The Store with the Highest Take Home Per Client per region will win:

WIN A TRIP TO* Spring Style Show in San Jose, CA!

Contest Dates: Jan. 29-Feb. 25, 2017

(Store Manager and Top Stylist will attend)

*in the event of a tie, a drawing will be held to determine the winner

Spring Style Show Contest

Win a trip to the Spring Style Show in San Jose, CA!

Contest Dates:

Jan. 29-Feb. 25, 2017

Winners - Top Store per region with highest take home per client (manager and top selling stylist).

Includes: Show Tickets, Airfare and hotel accommodations.

WHEN April 9-10, 2017 WHERE San Jose, California

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Hilton San Jose 300 Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110 sanjose.hilton.com

QUALIFIERS:

• Winners must be employed by Sport Clips ® for the full duration of the contest and they must be employed by Sport Clips ® to attend.

• Stores must be at $1.35 THPC minimum.

• Stylist and Manager must be at $1.00 THPC and average a minimum of 50 Clients per week.

• In case of a tie, there will be a drawing to determine the winners.

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Construction Paste

Flexible, webby texture forms and separates—great for messy, undone styles.

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Construction Paste

Why I love it:

Gives great texture with a medium hold and shine.

How I use it:

It is great to cocktail with other MITCH products, such as Matterial and Reformer, to create different looks and provide more hold.

Tips/Tricks:

By “clapping” with the product over the client’s hair and then spreading it through, it helps to distribute the fibers. This also works when it is cocktailed with another product; the flexible, webby texture is still apparent.

Alternator™

• Perfect product for hats!

• Product allows hair to be restyled with a quick swipe of the hand after taking off a winter hat.

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Alternator™

Why I love it:

American Crew Alternator is one of my most frequently used products because of how versatile it is. It can be used on both wet and dry hair as either a styling or finishing spray, while leaving the style both flexible and flake-free.

How I use it:

I find that ever since pompadours have become more prevalent, I am using Alternator more often. A haircut with so many styling options needs a product that can be used in many ways. For a client looking for a lot of volume in his pompadour, I use it as a styling agent, spraying the Alternator in the hair before blow drying with a vent brush. This will leave the style with a dry, matte finish. If that same client wanted a sleek look with medium shine, I would spray the product in while the hair is wet and simply style with a comb or brush without blow drying.

Tips/Tricks:

1. Your client can style and restyle his hair throughout the day without using more product. Simply running his fingers through his hair will reactivate the product, allowing him to style his hair as desired. This is great for a man who needs a conservative look while at work but wants to create a carefree, effortless look on the way to happy hour.

2. Alternator can also be cocktailed with many other products. When using Alternator as a styling agent and blow drying it into the hair, I will finish by running some American Crew Grooming Cream or Pomade through the style to create a more textured look.

3. I have also used American Crew Alternator in some beards. It can tame an unruly beard while leaving a natural sheen.

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