Cosmetology School Reflection

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My relationship as a salon owner with the local cosmetology school would play a vital role in public relations because not only would it positively benefit my salon, but it would also greatly impact the community and its students. One of the biggest ways to effectively use your platform in public relations to create a positive reputation for your business by giving back to the community around you and the people within it. As a salon owner, I would first and foremost make a solid bond with the cosmetology chair that oversees the school on a day to day basis and knows the students personally. Being able to make that connection would be key in getting my foot in the door to get my salon on campus, as well as keeping an eye out for possible future …show more content…

For one, the students would be able to get more experience and more chances to learn at no cost, except for their time, and second they could take that knowledge to their clients to confidently progress in their area of practice. This cost-efficient advanced training given to these students would allow a good reflection to be shown on my salon and my name as well. It would ultimately become a win-win situation for all parties involved because everyone would be benefiting as the end …show more content…

As the salon owner, I would open two internship spots each year to the students of the local cosmetology school and allow them to get that hands-on experience while they are also in school. These students would have to meet certain credit hour and grade requirements to qualify which would in turn make them strive to do better in their studies. I would be able to get to know some of the students within the community on a personal level through an internship, and they could also be a voice for me to their friends and family. The students who get that internship each year could give me details on what people are wanting and current trends that my salon needs to catch up on. It is always good for public relations and business to keep younger faces around so your business stays up to the current styles. My salon’s image in public relations within the community would flourish with my clients and inspire the local students throughout the process of educational technique classes and internships with the local cosmetology school. This plays a key role because giving back to the same people who supported you not only improves your appeal in the PR world, but it shows them you care and that you are dedicated to making the area a better place for each person your salon can touch

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