News & Events

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Aug 18

Back to School with a Splash of Color  

The CHI Color Master Factory Class at Fantastic Sams It’s that time of year again: back-to-school season is here! Students are geared up for the return to school, armed with new school supplies and a readiness to learn. But education isn’t just for the classroom; it’s a lifelong journey, especially…

Jul 27

Top 5 Questions to Ask a Salon in Your Next Interview  

What Every Stylist Should Know Before Getting Hired As a stylist looking for a new position, chances are you’ve researched what to expect during an interview, including what questions salon owners/managers may ask. But, what about the questions YOU should ask during an interview? Whether you’re a new stylist right…

May 01

The Beauty of Self-Confidence  

Self-confidence is a game changer. Defined as a feeling of trust in one’s abilities, qualities, and judgment, self-confidence often radiates outward so others feel more confident simply by being around someone who possesses it. For stylists, self-confidence makes a real difference in careers. Clients are drawn to confident stylists who…

Apr 01

Hockey Hair: Free Mullets!  

The question: What do hockey, the mullet haircut, and bleach-blond hair have to do with each other? When the Fantastic Sams in Coon Rapids Riverdale was asked to provide free mullets to hockey players and fans, it was an easy answer from us – YES. But why mullets? Well, it’s…

Mar 08

7 Foiling and Maintenance Tips for Successful Stylists  

  Highlighting Highlights It might not feel like it yet, but spring is right around the corner. This usually means more clients who want to lighten up their hair. To help our stylists, we’ve compiled a list of tips and tricks for foiling blonde shades. Pull in a New Skill…

Feb 17

New Year. New You. New Career!  

What were your New Year’s Resolutions? If they included a change of careers or a change of where you work, this could be the inspiration you need to follow through! A New Career Starting a new career is an exciting prospect, but it can be a little scary, too. However,…

Jan 26

New Year. New Looks!  

One of the best parts of being a hairstylist is the ability to transform someone’s style from a bit outdated or boring to one that is fun, exciting and up-to-the-minute chic. That’s why it’s so important to stay up to date on all the latest cuts, colors, and overall trends….

Jan 19

2022 Stylist Appreciation Event  

A fun night dedicated to showing stylists what they mean to us.   At Fantastic Sams Minnesota, our talented stylists are supported and appreciated. One of the ways we do this is through our annual Stylist Appreciation Event. Each year, we host this fun event to celebrate our terrific staff….

Hair Makeover After Photo
Nov 30

FS Trend Report  

Stay ahead of upcoming styles and trends. Every good stylist knows that to succeed you have to go beyond just doing what your customers always expect. Part of the job is staying ahead of emerging trends so you can keep your customers looking their best. One of the perks of…

Oct 24

2022 Fantastic Sams Convention Recap  

Last month, Fantastic Sams Cut & Color teams from across the nation gathered in Las Vegas for our 2022 National Convention. It was an event filled with great education, connecting and celebrating the talented stylists from all over the U.S.. The convention was highlighted with our annual Artistic Styling Awards,…

Oct 12

2022 Artistic Styling Awards (ASA) Highlights  

Stylists are artist who love to show off what they can do. And that’s exactly what the Fantastic Sams Minnesota team did at the annual Artistic Styling Awards. The ASA is a national competition for Fantastic Sams across the country to showcase the amazing talent our stylists have in several…

4 stylists posing together
Sep 06

Fall in Love with Fall Fashion  

‘Tis the Season to Sharpen Your Skills! There are lots of reasons to fall in love with fall, the crisp air, football, and pumpkin spiced everything! But one of the biggest reasons so many people love this time of year is the fashion – especially in Minneapolis, where great style…