20+ Years in Barbering: What Every Barber Needs to Know | Amazing Ant

What is the future of barbering? I sit down with Amazin Ant, a veteran barber, instructor, and creator of the North Carolina Trade Show, to discuss barber prices, business partnerships, barber education, trade shows, and the future of the barber industry.

With over 20 years of experience, Amazin Ant shares insight into what it takes to grow, educate, and succeed in the barber and beauty industry.

The North Carolina Trade Show takes place November 15 in Durham, NC, bringing together barbers and beauty professionals.

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Meet Joshua Harris on the Impel Forward Podcast! He’s a talented guitarist, songwriter, vocalist, and music producer with a passion for creating music that connects with people.

Discover his musical journey, how he developed his guitar skills, the inspiration behind his music, and what it takes to pursue your gift and turn your passion into purpose.

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What happens when you stop waiting for the perfect moment and start living with intention?

In this episode of the Impel Forward Podcast, Leon Hines sits down with Larry Long Jr., entrepreneur, motivational speaker, leadership coach, sales expert, author of JOLT! Get Zapped Into Intentionality, and Chief Energy Officer of LLJR Enterprises.

Larry shares the experiences, lessons, failures, and mindset shifts that helped shape his journey from baseball and sales into a career dedicated to helping people discover their potential and take meaningful action.

We talk about intentionality, leadership, motivation, personal growth, resilience, relationships, sales, overcoming failure, finding your purpose, and taking action when you feel stuck.

Larry also breaks down what it really means to believe in your own greatness—and why sometimes the biggest thing standing between where you are and where you want to be is simply the decision to move forward.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, lacked confidence, struggled with motivation, or knew you were capable of more, this conversation is for you.

Don’t just think about what’s next. Impel Forward.

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What does it take to build a successful coffee business when you don’t have all the resources?

In this inspiring episode of the Impel Forward Podcast, Robert T. Williams shares how faith, perseverance, and unexpected blessings helped shape his journey in the coffee industry. From learning the craft as a barista to launching his own coffee brand and partnering with Padiri Coffee, Robert reveals how God opened doors that money couldn’t.

He shares powerful stories of people gifting him professional coffee equipment, trusting the process when finances were tight, and building meaningful relationships through coffee. This conversation is about much more than coffee—it’s about purpose, entrepreneurship, community, and believing that what’s meant for you will find you.

If you’re an entrepreneur, coffee enthusiast, aspiring barista, or someone looking for encouragement to pursue your vision, this episode is for you.

In this episode you’ll discover:

Robert’s journey into the coffee industry

How faith shaped his business decisions

The story behind receiving thousands of dollars in coffee equipment

What it takes to become a skilled barista

Building relationships through coffee

Lessons every entrepreneur can apply

In this episode of the Impel Forward Podcast, I sit down with **S.T. **Vaughn, better known as Barber In Demand—a master barber, loc specialist, entrepreneur, and R&B artist who has built his brand through skill, professionalism, and consistency.

We dive into what it really takes to stand out in the barbering industry, why pricing your services with confidence matters, the importance of customer service, building a loyal clientele, and how to create a brand that’s in demand. S.T. also shares his journey into music, lessons he’s learned throughout his career, and advice for aspiring barbers and entrepreneurs looking to elevate their craft.

Whether you’re a barber, business owner, creative, or someone chasing a bigger vision, this conversation is packed with valuable insights to help you move forward with purpose.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why your pricing reflects your value How to build a respected barber brand The keys to exceptional customer service Tips for attracting and retaining loyal clients Balancing entrepreneurship with a music career Mindset shifts for long-term success

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In this episode of the Impel Forward Podcast, I sit down with The Bouncy Barber (Armani Burroughs), a celebrity barber from South Florida, to talk about his incredible journey from cutting hair locally to building a name among celebrities.

We discuss how he got started in barbering, the challenges he faced early in his career, and the moment everything changed. Armani shares how his connection with Young Thug opened doors to cutting celebrity clients, the importance of consistency and relationships, and what it really takes to stand out in one of the most competitive industries.

We also dive into entrepreneurship, personal branding, and his clothing brand, 777, discussing how he’s expanding beyond barbering to build a lasting legacy.

Whether you’re a barber, entrepreneur, creative, or someone chasing a dream, this conversation is packed with valuable insights on perseverance, networking, business growth, and staying prepared for opportunities.

In this episode you’ll learn:

How The Bouncy Barber got started How he landed celebrity clients The role Young Thug played in his career The mindset required to build a successful barber brand Lessons on entrepreneurship and networking The story behind his 777 clothing brand Advice for aspiring barbers and business owners

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What does it take to turn a difficult upbringing into a life of purpose?

In this episode of the Impel Forward Podcast, I sit down with Durham, North Carolina native Khedron Mims—barber, recording artist, community leader, and advocate against gun violence. Khedron shares his journey from growing up in the projects to becoming a voice for hope, mentorship, and positive change in his community.

Together, we discuss the realities of gun violence, the power of barbering to impact lives, using music as a message of hope, mentoring the next generation, and what it truly means to give back to the city that raised you.

If you’re passionate about leadership, entrepreneurship, community impact, personal growth, or overcoming adversity, this conversation is for you.

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In this powerful episode of the Impel Forward Podcast, Marcus Samie shares one of the most honest conversations of his life. He opens up about experiencing homelessness with his family, battling pornography addiction, stepping away from ministry, and the difficult journey of rebuilding his relationship with God.

Marcus also discusses how faith, accountability, and God’s grace transformed his life, strengthened his marriage and family, and gave him the courage to move forward with purpose. Beyond music, he shares insights on entrepreneurship, graphic design, and building Organic Royals alongside his wife.

If you've ever struggled with shame, setbacks, or wondered if God can restore what's been broken, this conversation is a reminder that your past doesn't have to define your future.

In this episode: Marcus Samie's personal testimony Overcoming pornography addiction Experiencing homelessness and finding hope Rebuilding a relationship with God Marriage, family, and faith Entrepreneurship and Organic Royals Living with purpose after setbacks Subscribe to the Impel Forward Podcast for more inspiring conversations with entrepreneurs, creators, and everyday people whose stories encourage others to keep moving forward.