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Rant 💇‍♀️

QVCkitty1 — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:52:10 GMT

I had my monthly hair appointment this morning, and I witnessed some ba d behavior that is still bothering me, so I'm ranting to you . My stylist is the nicest, most accommodating , talented person. Her crime ? She is raising her rates by $ 2.00. First of all , all of her supplies cost more, and she held off as long as she could. The client ahead of me, took issue with the increase ( it won't go into effect till next time ) and said how dare she raise her prices. This is a professional woman who knows darn well that my stylist is a bargain. She explained calmly that she had no choice but to raise her rates, and that she could come less often, or try another salon. Believe me she was nicer than I Would have been. People ! When I left the salon I said " don't spend that 2.00 all in one place. " She laughed.

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spumoni99 — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:55:55 GMT

Sounds like your stylist will be better off without her I can't imagine how she tips! Being on your feet all day cutting hair is hard work, I sometimes tip as much as 30% and she deserves every penny.

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rms1954 — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:56:30 GMT

@QVCkitty1 wrote:
I had my monthly hair appointment this morning, and I witnessed some ba d behavior that is still bothering me, so I'm ranting to you . My stylist is the nicest, most accommodating , talented person. Her crime ? She is raising her rates by $ 2.00. First of all , all of her supplies cost more, and she held off as long as she could. The client ahead of me, took issue with the increase ( it won't go into effect till next time ) and said how dare she raise her prices. This is a professional woman who knows darn well that my stylist is a bargain. She explained calmly that she had no choice but to raise her rates, and that she could come less often, or try another salon. Believe me she was nicer than I Would have been. People ! When I left the salon I said " don't spend that 2.00 all in one place. " She laughed.

Over $2.00???? Ridiculous.

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AuntG — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:59:57 GMT

Inflation has made things cost so much more. We ordered two Burger King meals today and it came to $22.50. However, I think it is terribly rude to chew out any business owner or employee over a cost increase. I'm afraid that customer deserved the "don't let the door hit you in the..." comment from your stylist.

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Etoile308 — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:02:46 GMT

I find a $2 increase to be pretty modest, but I wonder though if it was mentioned at the time the appointment was made. Some people don't like surprises.

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QVCkitty1 — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:02:55 GMT

@rms1954 wrote:
@QVCkitty1 wrote:
I had my monthly hair appointment this morning, and I witnessed some ba d behavior that is still bothering me, so I'm ranting to you . My stylist is the nicest, most accommodating , talented person. Her crime ? She is raising her rates by $ 2.00. First of all , all of her supplies cost more, and she held off as long as she could. The client ahead of me, took issue with the increase ( it won't go into effect till next time ) and said how dare she raise her prices. This is a professional woman who knows darn well that my stylist is a bargain. She explained calmly that she had no choice but to raise her rates, and that she could come less often, or try another salon. Believe me she was nicer than I Would have been. People ! When I left the salon I said " don't spend that 2.00 all in one place. " She laughed.
Over $2.00???? Ridiculous.

@rms1954 , Exactly, some people are ridiculous.

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Lucky Charm — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:03:20 GMT

I have a big mouth and probably would've said something ignorant to the other customer. In a pleasant voice.

Unfortunately, I don't think of the best things to say until way after the fact.

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QVCkitty1 — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:04:50 GMT

@Etoile308 wrote:
I find a $2 increase to be pretty modest, but I wonder though if it was mentioned at the time the appointment was made. Some people don't like surprises.

@Etoile308 , She was alerting us that the increase would go into effect next month.

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Kachina624 — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:08:30 GMT

@Etoile308 wrote:
I find a $2 increase to be pretty modest, but I wonder though if it was mentioned at the time the appointment was made. Some people don't like surprises.

@Etoile308 The OP said its not effective until the next visit so it'll be no surprise. Today was a warning.

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GenXmuse — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:26:18 GMT

People like that should just cut their own hair. I bet she's an awful tipper too.

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Bookplate — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:49:13 GMT

I hope the customer from hell isn't planning to visit NYC anytime soon. A mere $2 increase on a service would seem like a birthday present.

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occasionalrain — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:52:45 GMT

@spumoni99

Added to that are the clients who want the impossible. They bring a picture and expect their stylist to magically turn their sparse hair into thick and just like the picture.

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1Snickers — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:54:41 GMT

It makes me glad I can cut my own hair! They lady won't be happy elsewhere. I feel sorry for the hairdresser!
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TheMemphisVette — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:56:38 GMT

$2 is probably not about money

its about change

some fight change .......any change.

we see it in the chat every day. thread after thread of it

now adays one would collapse from exhaustion throwing hissy fits about every price increase

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luvmybeetle — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:59:27 GMT

Wow, I would bend down and kiss her feet. That is a pittance compared to some stylists raises. My stylist has gotten to the over $180 limit, but I get color, cut and highlights. I would not spend one penny on anyone else. I feel if you like what you get, you pay for it. I wonder if that lady? goes to the grocery store.

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NEvans2 — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 02:03:15 GMT

Really? Really? Two dollars? Has this woman been to the grocery store lately? What else can she do for two dollars? I worked with the public for 42 years, so you know I like people. But people like this entitled *itch makes me hate people. Any profession where you stand on your feet all day is not easy. So I think it's time for that client to go elsewhere. JMO❤️

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QVCkitty1 — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 02:03:56 GMT

@luvmybeetle wrote:
Wow, I would bend down and kiss her feet. That is a pittance compared to some stylists raises. My stylist has gotten to the over $180 limit, but I get color, cut and highlights. I would not spend one penny on anyone else. I feel if you like what you get, you pay for it. I wonder if that lady? goes to the grocery store.

@luvmybeetle , That's just it, her service is a bargain and when your costs go up increase are inevitable.

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occasionalrain — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 02:07:46 GMT

Going to a grocery store has gotten so expensive, I feel I should dress in business professional and speak in hushed tones.

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J Town Girl — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 02:08:34 GMT

Your poor hair stylist! Apparently this customer had no shame over making such a scene over a mere $2.00. A few years ago my stylist increased her rates by $5.00 for the services that I receive and she was apologizing to all of her customers. She hadn't raised them in years and even her husband told her that she shouldn't feel that way because all businesses raise their rates at some time due to costs of supplies and just to continue to be able to make a small profit.

Even at the increased rate my hair stylist is still well below what a good many shops in my area charge.

I couldn't even imagine acting like that customer. I would be so embarrassed. If that mere amount is enough to make her behave that way then she needs to find a new stylist but good luck finding one because most likely they will charge more than she is paying now.

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KittySoftPaws — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 02:17:32 GMT

Yep, I can believe it, and it's usually the ones with the most money that expect everything for nothing. Cheap rich people! Glad to hear she told her how it is and how it's going to be and if ya don't like it, don't let the door hit ya in the ass on the way out! She is definatley better without her, problem is she will probably never leave! LOL