Today we’d like to introduce you to Tyler White.
Hi Tyler, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
First, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Tyler White; I have been a barber for over 2 years. I am home-based(for now) and located on the south side of Jacksonville. I started cutting hair after I graduated from high school in 2021. At first, I started cutting my hair. I kept getting messed up trying to find the right barbershop to go to. Then I started thinking, “Okay, I know how I want it; how hard could it be?” I bought my first pair of clippers from Family Dollar and started watching YouTube videos. After practicing on myself and my brothers for a few months, I became a mobile barber. I did not have my own space, nor would the barbershops I wanted to go to let me come because I did not have a license. Being a mobile barber showed me a whole different side of barbering. I could travel and see other things every day, including new places. It became something I love to do. Even though people were telling me, “Cutting hair is only a hobby,” “You are not going be able to live off that,” and “Being mobile is not safe,” I had to know that God had something better planned for me; just keep going. I was only mobile in my first year of cutting, and it went better than expected. After working and gaining clientele all year, I quit my job and became a full-time mobile barber. That year alone has taught me so much about my business and what could come from it. My and I got our first place in 2023, right before my 20th birthday. So, I finally had my own space to cut. I’m still only mobile, but I let people come to my spot to get cut. The first 2 months of my being a full-time barber went exceedingly off the charts. I was out cutting 7 days a week, almost booked every day. In May of 2023, I was in a bad car accident that totaled my car; I was fine, thank God. These past 9+ months, I have been working on gaining clientele day by day. After I could not be mobile anymore, I lost a lot of clients due to needing more transportation. I went to barber school and got a job to get back on my feet. Today, in February of 2024, I am still a full-time barber, home-based, and gaining clientele. I am not a “booked-up barber,” but I am in a better place and gaining more clientele. I will make a mobile comeback and take it over again. As my journey continues, I know to keep praying and have faith in God cause I know for every door He closes, He opens another one.
Would it have been a smooth road, and if not, what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It hasn’t been smooth. It was time I wanted to hang up the Clippers and get another job, but God had other plans. I had problems getting the needed stuff, mainly because of my financial situation. I had gotten into a car accident, not being able to be mobile anymore; I lost half of my clients and was barely making it. God shows up when you need Him the most.
Let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
My barber’s name is Ty1erthebarber, and I’m self-taught. I specialize in sharp lines and blurry fades. I cut women and kids and do designs. I get increasingly proud of myself after every cut and every day. I’m open 7 days a week and give every client my best.
Are there any important lessons you’ve learned that you can share with us?
A stranger will become a client before your friends or family. God got you through it all!
Pricing:
- Men’s cut $40
- Kids/Women $30
Contact Info:
- Website: https://ty1erthebarber.square.site/
- Instagram: ty1erthebarber
- Youtube: Ty1erTheBarber
