S6 Ep6: From Hairdresser to Award-Winning Business Owner: Joe Hemmings

Joe Hemmings was just 14 when he took up a Saturday job at a hairdressing salon. He had no idea this would be the start of a career which would take him further than he could have imagined.He now has his own business, Bloggs in Bristol, which has been voted Salon of the year not once but three times – and has just been given a place in the British Hairdressing Hall of Fame.I’ve known Joe for years now, he and his team have been cutting my hair, but as you know when you get your hair cut, you often talk with your hairdresser and some of the conversations can have lasting effects. When it comes to my Next Chapter – I’ve always trusted Joe and his opinions - having seen how he is growing and developing his own business. So, I wanted to share his wisdoms with you.Joe is kind, thoughtful, incredibly hardworking and believes family is at the heart of his business. He has stayed true to his own values and has found trusting people has been the key to success. Joe’s listened to advice and acted on it – and by doing this, he has created a world he loves. He believes it’s never too late for any of us and he gives some brilliant advice at the end, if you’re wondering if there’s ever a right time.You can learn more about the brilliant work at Bloggs at https://www.bloggssalons.co.uk/And what’s that? You don’ t know where to find me? So here we are…https://www.elliebarkerwrites.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenextchapterbyelliebarker.substack.com