Your whole life is ahead of you. What should you do with it? Cosmetology is an awesome career but, like anything, it’s not for everybody. This will give you a clue whether it’s for you. Answer honestly!

1. Do I enjoy being creative?
2. Do I love making people feel good?
3. Have I always liked playing with hair—my own, my sister’s, my dolls’?
4. Am I observant about colors, shapes, fashion and other inspirations that occur in my daily life?
5. Do I read every hair and fashion magazine I get my hands on?
6. Am I often browsing websites for hair and fashion ideas?
7. Do I get along with all types of people? (Everyone has hair, so this is kind of important!)
8. Am I a good listener to really hear how people want to change their appearance or improve their life?
9. Am I mature enough to handle rules, such as being on time or a requirement to attend a staff meeting even if it’s my day off?
10. Would I be doing friends’ hair even if I didn’t get paid for it?

If you replied YES to:

1-3 questions—better go with Plan B!
4-7 questions—worth a try; read more about the career.
8-10 question—welcome to your life!