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North Tyneside barbershop owner Jayne Celebrates 10th Birthday

Jayne Middleton-Potter is well known and liked across the coast for her bubbly personality and excellent barbering skills. Having cut hair since she was 17, Jayne decided to take the plunge 10 years ago and set up her own small business. With a no-nonsense approach, Jayne wanted a sharp, friendly business that men could rely on for a good haircut and a bit of banter on the side.

Her business GHFM (Good Hair For Men) was established on 3rd February 2008 and is currently located on Wilton Drive in Wellfield Estate, Whitley Bay. Running a small business has its challenges, but Jayne reflects on the key milestones the business has achieved so far.

“I trialled a booking system a few months ago to attempt to manage waiting times for my clients. It works well for hairdressers but is less common for barbers. I use a booking app, booksy.net and to my delight, it has worked a treat. I’ve cut down on client waiting time and my salon runs far smoother now. Additional to the booking system’s success, I’d say the salon’s involvement in Habia Training Courses which I adore, is another achievement I am very proud of. I run fully accredited barbering cutting courses for stylists who want to further or polish up their skills.”

GHFM does what it says on the tin – for every client that comes for a haircut, Good Hair For Men works hard to make the most of what they have so they leave looking and feeling good. All salons want to achieve this, but GHFM takes the time to listen and understand what each and every client wants, and using our experience and expertise to achieve their desires.

With a huge 32-years’ experience, Jayne is one of the longest standing female barbers in the borough. Starting her career at the tender age of 17, because her Dad said she’d be good at it and it would do her good, Jayne has never looked back.

“It’s a great career! You get instant feedback and satisfaction. Styles are always evolving so it never gets dull and you get to chat to some very interesting people.”

With young people coming into the industry all the time, Jayne has some sage advice for them

“Never stop looking to better yourself, keep learning, believe in yourself and have fun!”

Jayne sees the next 10 years of GHFM as a great adventure yet to happen. Plans to grow the training side of the business, shape a few apprentices up to be fantastic barbers and continue to love what she is doing. Well done Jayne and happy business birthday! To help Jayne celebrate this achievement, she’s hosting a fun-packed day on Saturday 3rd February at GHFM, 73A Wilton Dr, Whitley Bay NE25 9NX. Starting at Noon with Kettle Drums, a raffle, food from 42nd Street, an hour with a PT, styling products, helium balloons and a chance to with haircuts free for a year!

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Jayne Middleton Potter .