We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Nate Vo. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Nate below.
Nate, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. Let’s start with the story of your mission. What should we know?
Being a barber, the mission is deeper than just cutting hair. It’s about transformation—helping people look sharp and feel confident. It all started with a passion for the craft. Growing up, I saw how a fresh cut could change someone’s whole energy—how it wasn’t just about the fade but the feeling. A great barber isn’t just a stylist; they’re a listener, a motivator, and someone people can count on. I wanted to create a space where every client gets more than just a haircut. Here, it’s about the experience: precision cuts, real conversations, and an atmosphere that feels like home.
Nate, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?
I never used to care about anything especially appearance—hair, clothes, none of it seemed important. I had my hair grown out for years and started wanting something different. I then realized something, hair is the first thing people notice. A fresh cut can change how someone feels about themselves and boost their confidence. That experience sparked my passion for barbering. I wanted to help others feel the same way. Your haircut is a statement. It reflects your personality and style. Keeping it fresh ensures you always present the best version of yourself to the world. A well-groomed appearance creates a good first impression. You can never recreate your first impression.
I am most proud of the confidence I inspire to others, relations I’ve built, impact on people’s lives, and the influence in my community. I want everyone to know every client is valued. I want to welcome everyone and anyone from all walks of life.
Any insights you can share with us about how you built up your social media presence?
Building my audience on social media started with being real and showing who I truly am. I posted a mix of haircuts, behind-the-scenes moments, and shared things that reflected my personality as a barber. I made sure to interact with my followers by responding to comments and sharing my input.
One post that really helped was a transformation video. The before-and-after cut got a lot of attention and helped me reach new followers.
My advice to anyone starting out is to be consistent, engage with your followers, and stay true to yourself. Share what makes you unique, and the right people will start to follow.
Can you tell us about what’s worked well for you in terms of growing your clientele?
When I started, I focused on giving every person who sat in my chair a memorable experience – something that made them feel special, heard, and valued. Whether it was taking the time to chat with them or making sure they left feeling their best, I knew that if I made a real connection, they’d tell others. And they did. Word-of-mouth referrals have been huge for me, as satisfied clients are always the best promoters.
On top of that, I stayed consistent on social media, sharing my work and engaging with my followers. Posting before-and-after photos, transformation videos, and behind-the-scenes glimpses gave potential clients a chance to see my skills and personality, which helped build trust.
The combination of personal connections and staying active online has been the key to growing my clientele and building a loyal following.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://itsnateinthecut10.booksy.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnateinthecut/reels/
- Other: https://www.google.com/search?q=ITSNATEINTHECUT&oq=its&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqCAgAEEUYJxg7MggIABBFGCcYOzIUCAEQRRg5GEYYgwEY-QEYsQMYgAQyBggCEEUYOzIGCAMQRRhAMgYIBBBFGD0yBggFEEUYPDIGCAYQRRg8MgYIBxBFGDzSAQgxMTY2ajBqN6gCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
(Google Link to my business)
