Unlocking Apprentice Potential: Why the Learning Quiz is My Secret to Success

Starting out in hairdressing is such a big deal. I still remember my first days full of excitement, nerves, and dreams of one day mastering this incredible craft. Now, as someone who teaches and mentors the next generation of stylists, I carry that memory with me into every training session. One of the most powerful tools I use to support new apprentices is something simple, kind, and incredibly effective: a Learning Quiz.

This little quiz might not look like much at first glance, but it holds the key to unlocking better learning outcomes, and more importantly, more confident, capable, and happy apprentices.

Everyone Learns Differently (And That’s the Magic)

Hairdressing is such a hands-on, visual, creative trade, but that doesn’t mean everyone learns in the same way. Some apprentices thrive by watching and mimicking. Others need to hear the "why" behind a technique before it clicks. Some need to write things down or physically walk through the steps a few times. There's no right or wrong, just different brains, different needs, and different ways to shine.

The Learning Quiz gives us a head start. It helps us understand how each apprentice takes in, processes, and applies information. It’s like being handed the cheat sheet to teaching someone in the most impactful and respectful way for them.

It’s Not Just a Quiz- It’s a Connection Tool!

What I love most about the quiz is that it opens up a conversation. It says, "I see you. I want to get to know you. I want to support you in the way that works best for you." That connection builds trust and from trust, confidence grows.

When apprentices feel seen, heard, and valued from day one, they’re more likely to ask questions, try new things, and keep going when something feels tricky. And for me, there’s no greater joy than watching someone’s face light up when something finally clicks—especially when it clicks because we chose the right way to teach it.

More Joy, Less Frustration

The Learning Quiz helps prevent those frustrating moments where an apprentice might feel like they’re failing, when really, they’re just being taught in a way that doesn’t suit them. It also helps salon owners and educators feel more confident that their training time is being spent wisely.

It’s all about setting everyone up to win and who doesn’t love that?

Let’s Keep Learning Human

At the end of the day, this isn’t just about scissors and sectioning and foils. It’s about people. And people learn best when they feel safe, supported, and understood.

So if you’re bringing on a new apprentice, or even if you’ve had one for a while and feel like something’s just not clicking I encourage you to try the Learning Quiz. It’s quick, simple, and full of insight.

Because when we teach with empathy, we raise hairdressers who are not only technically brilliant, but deeply confident in their ability to learn, grow, and thrive.

And to me, that’s the heart of great education.