The end of the year is the perfect time to pause, reflect on your year, and start thinking about the next one. For stylists, that means setting goals around skill-building, new services, or learning from industry leaders. So before the clock strikes midnight in 2025, determine how you're investing in your growth this season.
1. Reflect on What You’ve Learned This Year
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What technique changed your skillset the most?
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What client feedback made you most proud?
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What do you still feel unsure about or want more practice in?
Take 15 minutes and jot it down. This is a powerful first step to setting intentional goals.
2. Choose Your Learning Style
There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to education. Whether you're a hands-on learner or would rather study at your own pace, there are plenty of options that can work for you.
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Book an In-Salon Class: Bring the Sam Villa ArTeam directly into your salon for personalized, skill-specific training. Schedule a salon class.
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Attend an Event: See the artistry in action at one of our upcoming shows or industry events. View upcoming events.
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Learn Online: Tune in anytime with hundreds of tutorials and technique breakdowns, the Sam Villa YouTube Channel is always open.
3. Gift Education to a Fellow Stylist
Continuing education is a gift that goes far beyond the holiday season. Share your favorite blog, send a class invite, or spend time mentoring a junior stylist.
Want to give back in an even bigger way?
Support Stylist Wellness Through Education + Giving
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The Beyond Project connects stylists to charitable events where they can use their skills to inspire and empower underserved communities.
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PBA Disaster Relief Fund offers emergency financial assistance to stylists affected by natural disasters.
Both organizations are reminders that education and impact go hand in hand.
4. Start Fresh in 2026
Whatever your goals—from cutting your timing, mastering curly textures, or finally learning to diffuse like a pro—start the year with the mindset that learning never stops with the power of education.
