On barbers not being mind readers: On my very first trip to my favorite barber, I sat in the chair and she asked me, "Do you want your usual?" I had no idea who she thought I was, but I said, "Sure." She may not have been a mind reader, but she could apparently see the future as the cut was exactly what I wanted. Sadly, she's retired now.
I think finding and supporting a good barber is just as great as finding and supporting a tailor. I try to tip generously and once you’ve found one that suits you, it’s a pleasure having someone who knows how to make you look your best. Also, I’ve found being a good customer (keeps appointments and times and tips kindly) will grant you the occasionally needed emergency appointment or service. Great video!
Depends on the barber i think Over the years barbers have used whitewalls and fade to describe my haircut so now I just tell them the guard size. "1 1/2 on the back and sides and enough off the top to .make it even"
When I get ok to good service I always over tip (20%+) for three reasons (two self serving-ish, one positive): Being a good tipper gets you remembered in a positive light and liked, people that like you tend to work harder for you, and some extra dollars aren't a big deal but the person receiving it will hopefully feel appreciated and it may make a hard day easier to get through.
I always tip well too, even if it’s not expected or necessary (in the case of countries where it’s not common practice). Being supportive of the staff who are doing what you want always gets you further, especially if you find yourself in a pinch they’re more willing to help you out.
When I was a kid my dad cut my hair and cleaned up my neck with a straight razor. As a teen my best friend and next door neighbor and I always cut each other’s hair. Great memories! After getting frustrated with my local barbers I started cutting my own hair. It’s perfect every time!
I think it's very rude to take a phone call while in any situation like this. I used to have patients taking phone calls during appointments with me in general practice. I had 10 minute appointments and their calls would often make me late for the next patients. It's rude and thoughtless. Turn your phone off for the time you're in your appointment, just call people back after if you've missed their call.
I was so shy as a teenager that I was afraid to tell my barber that he was repeatedly cutting my hair in a way I didn't really care for. Then when I was 25 all my hair fell out!🤣🤣
Know what you want... I cut my hair with the same guy for 45 years, when I had to change it, unfortunately, and I was asked how you want it cut, I had NO idea! For 40 years I would just sit and my barber would cut it! It took a while to get things right with the new guy... As for looking at the mirror, I had no problem whatsoever with that, I'm nearsighted and I take my glasses off to get a haircut, so I won't see anything anyway lol
Can I ask whether you ever tip anyone for anything over there? I live in Canada where service industries do pay at least minimum wage (we don’t depend on tips to survive, it’s a bonus) but I still give tips to anyone who helps me with physical labour.
@@jenniferelyse5134 Tipping wait staff for a sit down meal is pretty common, especially if you've come in a large group. A rate of around 10-15% is typical. Tipping bar staff isn't completely unheard of, though with almost everyone paying by card now you would have to go out of your way to do it. I'm struggling to think of any other services where you might pay a tip.
I really don't understand how american tipping culture got to this point really. Tipping at a restaurant is something that is common pretty much everywhere but in America you're basically expected to tip else the waiter won't make any reasonable money. But tipping babers is what really surprised me, in a restaurant you're paying full price for the food and the service is a bonus but in a barbershop the service is everything, so if I'm expected to tip what's the full price for? Why just not put those 10% extra in the full price to begin with if you expect everyone to pay it.
I’ve always enjoyed these kinds of appointments, though I am fairly quiet, not really there to chat and always appreciate anyone who understands that (social anxiety re: small talk) ❤️ While tipping isn’t mandatory here, I still do for anyone who performs any kind of physical labour for me in cash as a thank you. I don’t do it to ensure they’re given a liveable wage, it’s just out of gratitude. I was also raised to tip anyone I see regularly because they will be more willing to go the extra mile for you. My father said “I tip servers through the year so that when it comes to last minute or challenging requests or (like say valentines reservations) they’re more often than not willing to oblige”.
Number 15 is a moot point if your barber's got magic hands. Reasons being are, one should always have their haircuts scheduled at the appropriate intervals for their needs and if the cut's good, it'll just look good during the time in between appointments.
I still don’t really know where a barber is around me so I don’t even really know what a barber place that doesn’t have women really even looks like. Why would it be bad if your SO dictates your cut? They are the one who is supposed to see you all the time so I don’t see why they don’t have some say in your look, unless they like how you style it naturally. I also don’t understand the tipping part. Why is tipping so common? Why not just price it accordingly?
1. Come prepared with some safe, boring topics to make smalltalk about. E.g. cars, football, vacation plans Bring a photo of the style you want. E.g. from Pinterest.
If you have to tell a (presumably new to you) barber what you want, depending on your barber to know what you need once the cutting starts is ridiculous. I may have to, since without my glasses I am blind beyond about six inches, but if you can see you should give the barber any feedback on your inadequate description before the start. After your barber really knows what you wanted, maybe you don’t need to worry.
We do review each video, but a typo is bound to slip through every now and again. Thanks for holding us to a high standard, and thanks for watching! - Preston
This seems to be a staple of this channel, so maybe it's intentional, but why does the video look so bleached out? It is abnormally bright, right? Contrast is important to a quality video image, and to many other art forms. I love the content though!
@@rodolfomolesini7990 So you're okay with exploiting an underpaid, potentially illegally employed working class person? Because the majority of the price will go to the shop owner, not the barber.
@@brushemteeth9159 I'm okay with owners to pay decent wages. If the owner doesn't do that, the store should close. By giving tips you are promoting the business model of not paying employees enough, and employees to relay of tips to survive. A second argument against tips is that is a dishonest practice because consumers don't pay the advertised price, they end up paying higher than expected. And again, you are promoting this awful business practice that only benefits the owner. Not you, and not the employee.
@@rodolfomolesini7990 So what is your solution? Only go to shops of which you positively know that they pay enough? If you don't, you are not promiting the unfair business model, but a complicit in it. Remeber: you also go to jail if you buy a dirt cheap, obviously stolen TV.
hi everone at GENTALMANS's Gazette and hi everyone else ah 18 things you're Barber wants you to know how about one more number 19 the only difference between a good hair cut and a bad hair cut is two weeks lol lol :-D ha ha just kidding have a great night and weekend everyone at GENTALMANS's Gazette and great night and weekend to everyone else :-)
On barbers not being mind readers: On my very first trip to my favorite barber, I sat in the chair and she asked me, "Do you want your usual?" I had no idea who she thought I was, but I said, "Sure." She may not have been a mind reader, but she could apparently see the future as the cut was exactly what I wanted. Sadly, she's retired now.
That's a cool story
You cappin
This implies that you have an identical twin who also looks best with that exact haircut. Wild
Might just be that she could see what your haircut was from how it grew out?
I think finding and supporting a good barber is just as great as finding and supporting a tailor. I try to tip generously and once you’ve found one that suits you, it’s a pleasure having someone who knows how to make you look your best. Also, I’ve found being a good customer (keeps appointments and times and tips kindly) will grant you the occasionally needed emergency appointment or service. Great video!
How about a video defining what’s a fade, quiff, undercut, layering, etc.? It’s hard to know what to ask for
Depends on the barber i think
Over the years barbers have used whitewalls and fade to describe my haircut so now I just tell them the guard size. "1 1/2 on the back and sides and enough off the top to .make it even"
When I get ok to good service I always over tip (20%+) for three reasons (two self serving-ish, one positive): Being a good tipper gets you remembered in a positive light and liked, people that like you tend to work harder for you, and some extra dollars aren't a big deal but the person receiving it will hopefully feel appreciated and it may make a hard day easier to get through.
I always tip well too, even if it’s not expected or necessary (in the case of countries where it’s not common practice). Being supportive of the staff who are doing what you want always gets you further, especially if you find yourself in a pinch they’re more willing to help you out.
What you said about missed appointments applies to my friend the dog groomer too.
Same difference
Barber here. Thank you for your service.
*on point 18, the shop usually takes 50% or more. (At least in my country)
Wow! What a good video. Practical advice which smooths such an important experience for both parties.
When I was a kid my dad cut my hair and cleaned up my neck with a straight razor. As a teen my best friend and next door neighbor and I always cut each other’s hair. Great memories!
After getting frustrated with my local barbers I started cutting my own hair. It’s perfect every time!
I think it's very rude to take a phone call while in any situation like this. I used to have patients taking phone calls during appointments with me in general practice. I had 10 minute appointments and their calls would often make me late for the next patients. It's rude and thoughtless. Turn your phone off for the time you're in your appointment, just call people back after if you've missed their call.
My grandfather was a barber, if you didn't sit still he held you in place. Grown men too, not just kids.
As a barber…thank you!
Great timing, I'm about to head off to my barber.
The mirror is one of their tools. Swiveling around takes the tool out of their hand.
What barber would you recommend in St. Paul? Cheers
What if you use oil-based pomade? Should you de-grease before going in?
Barber Here. I appreciate working with clean hair.
What is your main theme music at the beginning and end of the video? I really like it!
Great episode! 💈✊🏽
I was so shy as a teenager that I was afraid to tell my barber that he was repeatedly cutting my hair in a way I didn't really care for. Then when I was 25 all my hair fell out!🤣🤣
Thanks for uploading on my birthday.
Know what you want... I cut my hair with the same guy for 45 years, when I had to change it, unfortunately, and I was asked how you want it cut, I had NO idea! For 40 years I would just sit and my barber would cut it! It took a while to get things right with the new guy...
As for looking at the mirror, I had no problem whatsoever with that, I'm nearsighted and I take my glasses off to get a haircut, so I won't see anything anyway lol
I'd like to see the men grow their beards out for No Shave November and then show us what they look like
From the UK and the idea of tipping your barber is absolutely wild
Can I ask whether you ever tip anyone for anything over there? I live in Canada where service industries do pay at least minimum wage (we don’t depend on tips to survive, it’s a bonus) but I still give tips to anyone who helps me with physical labour.
@@jenniferelyse5134 Tipping wait staff for a sit down meal is pretty common, especially if you've come in a large group. A rate of around 10-15% is typical. Tipping bar staff isn't completely unheard of, though with almost everyone paying by card now you would have to go out of your way to do it. I'm struggling to think of any other services where you might pay a tip.
I really don't understand how american tipping culture got to this point really. Tipping at a restaurant is something that is common pretty much everywhere but in America you're basically expected to tip else the waiter won't make any reasonable money. But tipping babers is what really surprised me, in a restaurant you're paying full price for the food and the service is a bonus but in a barbershop the service is everything, so if I'm expected to tip what's the full price for? Why just not put those 10% extra in the full price to begin with if you expect everyone to pay it.
Finding a barber is like finding a good wine. Once you found them, you cherish them and treat them with respect.
This is a great video idea
Great video 👍👍
Appreciate this - I am bald and love it.
I’ve always enjoyed these kinds of appointments, though I am fairly quiet, not really there to chat and always appreciate anyone who understands that (social anxiety re: small talk) ❤️
While tipping isn’t mandatory here, I still do for anyone who performs any kind of physical labour for me in cash as a thank you. I don’t do it to ensure they’re given a liveable wage, it’s just out of gratitude. I was also raised to tip anyone I see regularly because they will be more willing to go the extra mile for you. My father said “I tip servers through the year so that when it comes to last minute or challenging requests or (like say valentines reservations) they’re more often than not willing to oblige”.
9:30 "No one likes to have a backseat driver" Especially if their driving a hearse...
lol never felt the urge to watch the mirror in case they start going nuts with the clippers
Make a video about walking stiks for gentlemans
Yes!!!!! I want to show it to my clients, so bad!!!! But i will not😄
But this video is 100 % true!!!!!!
As someone who has a shaved head, I really don't need to watch this video, but I will anyway.
The old eastern European saying, "give your bread to the baker" rings true hear
Number 15 is a moot point if your barber's got magic hands. Reasons being are, one should always have their haircuts scheduled at the appropriate intervals for their needs and if the cut's good, it'll just look good during the time in between appointments.
I still don’t really know where a barber is around me so I don’t even really know what a barber place that doesn’t have women really even looks like. Why would it be bad if your SO dictates your cut? They are the one who is supposed to see you all the time so I don’t see why they don’t have some say in your look, unless they like how you style it naturally. I also don’t understand the tipping part. Why is tipping so common? Why not just price it accordingly?
Barber once told me to stop chewing my gum :)
Barber here. Its hard to fade around the temple areas when you're chewing.
@@c0ntras yes it makes sense I just never thought of that before but I don't chew gum anymore when I go for haircut 👍🏻
1. Come prepared with some safe, boring topics to make smalltalk about. E.g. cars, football, vacation plans
Bring a photo of the style you want. E.g. from Pinterest.
If you have to tell a (presumably new to you) barber what you want, depending on your barber to know what you need once the cutting starts is ridiculous. I may have to, since without my glasses I am blind beyond about six inches, but if you can see you should give the barber any feedback on your inadequate description before the start. After your barber really knows what you wanted, maybe you don’t need to worry.
Preston looks like Vladimir Lenin when he has facial hair. Just with less forehead and more hair .
how did you not say "Simon says"
A dreadlocks barber? Dreads in Jamaica would think it was a particularly good joke
05:45 That says "Bead" - hire a proofreader!
We do review each video, but a typo is bound to slip through every now and again. Thanks for holding us to a high standard, and thanks for watching!
- Preston
What a coincidence, it's time for my annual haircut.
# 1 take a shower
Thanks for the tip
I wouldn't let Simon near my hair.
Interesting, at my barbers there aren’t appointments. you just walk in and wait your turn for one of the barbers to cut your hair.
Tip a barber, you english people are really something !
Oh man, how could I ever got my hair cut before watching a video on RUclips? ;)
As a former hairstylist you would be amazed how many people haven’t the first clue about what they want or common practices/how to be a decent client.
Cash app doesn’t take that long I found out it’s instant deposit maybe 2 min. Max
This seems to be a staple of this channel, so maybe it's intentional, but why does the video look so bleached out? It is abnormally bright, right? Contrast is important to a quality video image, and to many other art forms. I love the content though!
I cut my own hair for the last 15 years try it
You will save so much money
Been doing mine for two years now. A set of clippers has been one of the best investments I've ever made
Me too. I’ve cut my own for years. Buzzcuts with skin fades usually, but occasionally flattop.
18 % of tip your working class barber needs to feed his family.
That's what the price of the haircut is for
@@rodolfomolesini7990 So you're okay with exploiting an underpaid, potentially illegally employed working class person? Because the majority of the price will go to the shop owner, not the barber.
@@brushemteeth9159 I'm okay with owners to pay decent wages. If the owner doesn't do that, the store should close. By giving tips you are promoting the business model of not paying employees enough, and employees to relay of tips to survive.
A second argument against tips is that is a dishonest practice because consumers don't pay the advertised price, they end up paying higher than expected.
And again, you are promoting this awful business practice that only benefits the owner. Not you, and not the employee.
@@rodolfomolesini7990 So what is your solution? Only go to shops of which you positively know that they pay enough? If you don't, you are not promiting the unfair business model, but a complicit in it. Remeber: you also go to jail if you buy a dirt cheap, obviously stolen TV.
@@brushemteeth9159 yes exactly, that's what you should do
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This might be the worst video on YT.
hi everone at GENTALMANS's Gazette and hi everyone else ah 18 things you're Barber wants you to know how about one more number 19 the only difference between a good hair cut and a bad hair cut is two weeks lol lol :-D ha ha just kidding have a great night and weekend everyone at GENTALMANS's Gazette and great night and weekend to everyone else :-)
Don’t like that haircut looks like he shaved around a pudding basin.