YBP 39 | Chichester, UK Barber/Owner Jack A-B (Ardy) @ardy.of.ardys

Matt discovers his first guest from the UK, Jack A-B (Ardy) who is trying his best to be himself. Ardy's IG/TikTok content has a very catchy sarcastic, yet authentic theme. Just like Matt, Ardy has set out this year to make sure he is grateful for the extraordinary job he has and life he lives! Today, Ardy uses fear to push him forward instead of letting it stand in front of him. Andy is now in a mental health space where he is progressing accepting opportunities, something he wasn't ready for just 2 years ago. Ardy also used the fallout from covid as something that would ultimately be the best thing that happened for his barber career. Enjoy this reflective and inspiring episode!

00:00 Intro

3:42 Matts discovery of Ardy on IG

6:02 Matt 2024 goals & our Extraordinary Job 

8:00 Just An Observation 

21:07 The Age to start barbering and sticking with a job

21:59 Daily Routine, “I Am statement”, & life coach 

30:44 Performing every day. 

 34:17 Ardys Background & Early Adversity 

43:58 Early hair interest & barber education  

54:10 Opportunity to own first shop & the arrival of COVID 

01:01:05 Opening “Ardys”, business hurdles, Recruiting. 

01:13:24 Are clients expendable & shared custody 

01:18:39 Barber Ailments 

01:24:55 Mental Health Goals 

01:30:40 Jacks IG 

01:41:34 Tik Tok success 

01:45:03 What’s next? 

01:48:00 Outro