Ch.1Tools needed to produce high quality results. Why investing in high quality tools is important. What makes a tool high quality. What each tool / product is used for. Affiliate Links: CapeClipper sprayClipperTrimmerFoil shaverShearsComb setBrushes (boar bristle / round)BarbicideSpray bottleNeck stripsHair sprayBlow dryerCh. 2Clipper / Trimmer Anatomy & Blade AdjustmentTalking points: Why should I care about the anatomy of my tools?What is the anatomy of a clipper?What is the anatomy of a trimmer?How to adjust your blades and why you may want to. Understanding how a tool’s weight & balance plays a role in ergonomics. Clipper Anatomy (fade blade, taper blade, lever, motor, battery)Trimmer anatomy (Trimmer blade, 360 exposed blade, motor, battery)Blade adjustment for your style (heavy handed or light handed)Weight for balance and ergonomicsAffiliate Links: ClipperTrimmerBladesCh. 3Tool Maintenance & CareTalking points: Why tool maintenance is so important. How to care for and maintain different types of tools. Affiliate Links: CapeClipper sprayClipperTrimmerFoil shaverShearsComb setBrushesBarbicideSpray bottleNeck stripsHair sprayShear Sharpening Service (Shear world international)Ch. 4Shear & Texturizing Knowledge. Talking points: Shear Anatomy Breakdown. What’s the difference between sizes and quality of steels. What are the different types of shears and when to use them. What is texturizing and why you should care about it. Affiliate Links: ShearsMagnet stripHolsterShear oilCh. 5Proper hand & body position. Talking points: How bad body and hand positioning can affect you. Why are ergonomics so important beyond the obvious reasons of taking care of your body. How proper body positioning improves your end result and minimizes mistakes. How to properly elevate your clipper to get tough spots. Affiliate Links: Posture correctorFoot mat cushionGrip strength ball
