We’re bringing back one of our fave blog projects from last year – Boss Babes! We love seeing our students (past and present) flourish in their field and using their passion and talent to forge their own path in the industry. Our first babe is Jen Lun, a hairdresser and business owner who studied at […]
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We had the opportunity to sit down with recent Barber Skills graduate, Oli, to chat about what inspired him to study barbering and discuss his journey from student to shop-floor. Hey, my name’s Oli and I study Barber Skills at Servilles Academy. Why did you choose to study barbering at Servilles Academy? I was doing […]
We’re thrilled to be featuring Hayley Pullyn as our Boss Babe this month! From student to business owner and everything in between, take a read of Hayley’s story below. – I never expected that I would have such an exciting and varied career in the hairdressing industry, but it’s been quite the exploration journey. I […]
Aimee StrawbridgeFreelance Makeup Artist & Clinique Consultant Since graduating Servilles Academy, how has your career progressed ? Where would you like to see yourself in 5 years? After graduating in 2021, I landed a counter manager role with Clinique and became a Clinique Consultant. This was a massive move as I’d been working in hospitality […]
Complete a hairdressing, barbering or makeup qualification with the assistance of Fees Free! You can get one year of tertiary study or two years’ training up to the value of $12,000 fees-free. Fees Free covers your course fees but does not cover course-related costs or living costs. DO I QUALIFY? You may be eligible for Fees Free if you are: a New Zealander […]
Working in the beauty industry can be rewarding, but it also comes with its challenges. Prioritising your wellbeing is essential to sustain your passion and creativity. Here’s how you can take care of yourself while thriving in your beauty career. 1. Manage Stress The beauty industry can be fast-paced and demanding. Learn stress management techniques, […]
We’ve loved seeing what our bubbly ex barbering student, Hux, has been doing since graduation. Now holding the impressive title of Head Barber at Studio36, he chatted to Headway Magazine about how his career started with Servilles Academy and the most important skills he learnt while studying. Hakota (Hux) WalkerHead Barber at Studio36 How did […]
How would you define mental health and what does good mental health mean to you? Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel and act. It could also have a significant impact on one’s physical health over an extended period of time as well. I like to think […]
What inspired you to become a Barber? “I was after a change in career. I was previously an electrician, but when I had my son, the travel involved was getting too much. I wanted a stable career with good hours. I started watching barbering videos and was hooked!” What made you choose Servilles Academy? “I […]
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From One Academy to Another: My Journey of Success at Servilles
Hey hair students! I’m ready to spill the tea on a journey from one training school to Servilles Academy. Picture this, a young student searching for a place to learn, with a blow dryer in one hand and a curling iron in the other. Buckle up, because this is a story of motivation, challenges, and […]