Apprentice interview toni & guy

[faerififi]

I applied to be an apprentice at the toni and guy in my town and I have the interview on friday. I am planning on taking a portfolio along with me as Im part way through my level 2 at college now so wouldnt be a complete beginner.
Can anyone help me out on what to expect, questions to ask, any other important stuff? I really want to get this opportunity!
Thanks

 

[Bluerinse]

I'm a bit confused as to how you can go an apprenticeship with Toni and guy when they teach you the Toni and guy way not the way college teach you? I don't class this company as a place I'd learn but each to their own.

 

[craigys]

I'm a bit confused as to how you can go an apprenticeship with Toni and guy when they teach you the Toni and guy way not the way college teach you? I don't class this company as a place I'd learn but each to their own.

Thats not exactly helpful now is it???? :smack: Their training is some of the best around, I think its just the 'Stigma' that comes with the Toni&Guy name!

Id just make sure you be yourself, make sure you dress well and have nice hair hah! Ive heard they ask some interesting questions on their interviews....Such as, if i gave you a box then what would you make with it?......God knows what Id answer but be creative and Good luck x

 

[ballyboo]

I'm a bit confused as to how you can go an apprenticeship with Toni and guy when they teach you the Toni and guy way not the way college teach you? I don't class this company as a place I'd learn but each to their own.

No need to be so negative! Another person who doesn't actually answer the question asked - If you have nothing constructive to add, then don't post as it's not helping.

I remember my first interview - I was so naive! lol I took in my full college kit expecting to be given clients straight away, when in reality I was a glorified cleaner for 2 years. This wasn't a negative, far from it - I kept my head down, worked hard and watched the stylists in the salon at every opportunity. It's important that you pay your due's in a salon, you will earn respect and gain valuable salon experience which is always a positive thing!

Make sure you have a good nights sleep the night before, wear something that expresses who you are - (but remember this is a professional environment) take your portfolio with you, and do your research on the salon!

In the interview, they will obviously ask what experience and qualifications you have, but they may surprise you with some unexpected questions - salon owners like to see creativity and imagination! I was asked a few unexpected questions in my first interview:

What motivates you?
Who inspires you?
What colours are bang on trend this season?
Do you plan on ever going mobile in the future?
Are you good at cleaning? (lol)

You have a few days to prepare my sweet, I'm sure you will be fine! Most of all, just be yourself :hug:

Let us know how you get on
Rachel x

 

[Bluerinse]

If you class my post as negative that's not the way it's intended and I obviously didn't word it in a manner to be read clearly, the question I asked is also one that I would ask if I was in the OP shoes, it can be quite un-nerving and daunting having a few people teach you the same thing but four different ways whilst your training.

You need to be able to master the basics first then progress onto other techniques is the point I was trying to get across which I why I wouldn't pick toni&guy for a training provider whilst learning.

 

[kirk25]

You need to be able to master the basics first then progress onto other techniques is the point I was trying to get across which I why I wouldn't pick toni&guy for a training provider whilst learning.[/QUOTE]

I do agree, they have there own training methods and you will be taught differently x

 

[kirk25]

Also agree with Ballyboo

Its a must to start from the bottom and the experience you gain from being a hands on junior is invaluable x

 

[craigys]

I really don't get why your slating their training though. Have you personally experienced their academy training? I think a lot of colleges are stuck behind the times and offer poor skills training, so unless you have good training and support from a salon during your apprenticeship then your up s**t creek lol

 

[faerififi]

I have worked in a salon before just to let you know, and at college the teachers and clients ive had have said that im far more experienced and confident than other students, that might be because i do anywhere from 1 to 5 clients (friends etc) at home a week. I do agree that college is way behind on training and trends especially when it comes to colour. Seeing as i want to specialise in colour I would like to jump at any chance i get to learn more about it as college is really weak in that area.
Thanks for the help