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 Dear Future Professionals,
I’m so inspired by people who use their gifts, talents, or resources to help someone else. It’s a win-win situation: You’re doing what you love while making another person’s day.
 John Paul DeJoria tells a story about a time when he and Paul Mitchell were just starting to earn a little extra money in their young company. John Paul went to dinner at a chain restaurant—nothing fancy, and not very expensive, but a real luxury for him at the time. After noticing a woman with a large group of homeless kids at a nearby table, John Paul called the waiter over and paid their bill, asking the waiter to keep it a secret. When she learned that her bill had been paid, the astonished woman looked around with tears in her eyes, trying to figure out who had done such a thing. John Paul says she looked right past him, as if to say, "Not him, he couldn't possibly afford it." Then she stood up, asked for everyone's attention, and offered thanks to whoever had been so kind. Though the amount of the bill was large for him at the time, John Paul recalls it as one of his proudest moments.
I recently saw a story about a company in New Hampshire that donates 5,000 Christmas wreaths to Arlington National Cemetery every year. The company’s owner, Morrill Worcester, also pays the shipping costs—an especially generous donation, when you realize that Harrington is in one of the poorest parts of the state. He started this kind act in 1992, when he took 4,000 surplus wreaths to adorn the servicemen and women’s headstones. Every year since, he has set aside several thousand wreaths specifically for that purpose. This year, he expanded the project to include more than 230 state and national cemeteries and veterans memorials across the country.
Every one of us can find ways to give to others by sharing what we love to do. We can all make a difference through our kindness, our niceness, and our contributions, be they large or small. Our Paul Mitchell culture is one of giving back, during the holidays and every day. It’s good for us, good for others, and ultimately good for business.
— Winn Claybaugh
Dean and Cofounder, Paul Mitchell Schools
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DR. STELLA DAVIS
 A licensed cosmetologist and instructor for over 35 years, Dr. Stella L. Davis has been an educator and trainer for companies such as Glemby International, Revlon, and Pivot Point, and she has owned two salons. Since joining Paul Mitchell Schools, she has been a learning leader, texture and haircutting specialist, partner training leader (PTL), and learning leader advisor. She is currently the education leader of Paul Mitchell The School in Sherman Oaks, California.
Nicknamed “the ordained diva” by her friends, Stella is also a licensed and ordained minister and the founder and president of the Christian Cosmetology International Association, an outreach ministry for the beauty industry. “Cosmetology is a divine calling,” Stella believes. “We have the opportunity not only to touch lives, but also to touch people’s spirits. Most clients tell us more about themselves than they’ll tell their psychologist, psychiatrist, or spouse. We have a tremendous ability to reach in and draw out whatever people are dealing with—their hurt, pain, and fears—if we are prepared not just with our skills but with our willingness to listen, be available, and share what we believe.” For Stella, giving back means having the heart of a servant, giving of yourself, and sharing your talents with people to make them look and feel better.
 CLICK HERE to listen to industry sweetheart Jeanne Braa as she interviews Stella Davis about “The Heart of the Hairdresser.”
If you enjoyed this month’s audio message, you’ll love our MASTERS Audio Club. CLICK HERE for more information.
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VANGUARD ACADEMY BUILDS HOMES WITH HABITAT
 Early December found 51 Future Professionals and staff members from the Vanguard Academy of Cosmetology Paul Mitchell Partner School building homes with Habitat for Humanity in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana.
“What an awesome experience,” said Admissions Leader Darbie Lazaroe. “We poured cement, hammered nails, painted, drilled, sawed—we did it all, and boy, was it FUN!”
Last year at this time, Vanguard was receiving help from the beauty industry after Hurricane Katrina swept through Slidell. “We were blessed to receive so much from our industry and local communities, we felt that this was just a small way to give back,” Darbie explained.
In addition to helping build four homes, the school also donated gift certificates to AmeriCorps volunteers who joined them in the project. “The AmeriCorps gang was great—true servants,” Darbie said. “Because they’re on limited budgets and have not had an opportunity to experience true Cajun cuisine, we are also donating a gumbo dinner, thanks to a local restaurant.”
Vanguard Academy has already made plans with Habitat for Humanity to build again in April 2007.
COSTA MESA DESIGN TEAM GIVES BACK
 The Design Team from Paul Mitchell The School Costa Mesa recently shared their time and talent to raise money for Invisible Children, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness about child soldiers in war-torn Northern Uganda.
Design Team members set up a tent at the Uprising Festival rock concert, held at Verizon Amphitheater in Irvine, California. Throughout the day, they did more than 45 haircuts, raising over $500. Their tent was constantly crowded, and they only stopped cutting because they ran out of daylight.
 Future Professional Daniel James had the opportunity to do the hair of a young Ugandan man named Patrick. By age 11, Patrick had been forced into service and was already a commander in the Lord’s Resistance Army. “I couldn't believe it,” said school director Eric Jansson. “He was so much like us after all he has seen and done. His favorite thing was at the end of the day when I gave him some Starburst candy.”
For more information about Invisible Children, visit www.invisiblechildren.com. You’ll be hearing more about this organization and our combined efforts to support it in upcoming newsletters.
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CREATE MAGIC ACTIVITY BOOK
Our Paul Mitchell Schools have developed a great tool for helping staff members and Future Professionals learn how to create magic for their entire team. Our Create Magic Activity Books are filled with ideas that can turn any workplace into a “funplace”!
 Paul Mitchell School owner Tina Black uses the activity books in both of her highly successful schools. “These activity books are what make our schools run so well,” she says. “The activities are placed on the calendar each month by each staff member, and it is magical! We have already had several theme days and character awards, and several staff members have hosted dinners in their homes. We LOVE this book!”
 Use the Create Magic Activity Book in your school or salon to develop a fun, magical environment. Take at least six months to go through the activities, and make it even more fun by adding photos to document your activities.
Salon professionals, CLICK HERE to download a modified version that can be used in any business. Print copies on 8-1/2 by 11-inch paper, fold in half, and distribute to everyone on your staff. Include a colorful cover that each person can personalize and you’re ready to go!
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EDMOND MESSIER, CLASS OF 2007
Paul Mitchell The School – Cranston
 After a long career as a corporate controller, internal auditor, and business manager for a private high school, 64-year-old Edmond Messier took an early retirement from the business world. He finally had time to spend with his parents and uncle, who were Alzheimer’s patients at a nursing home.
During his frequent visits, Edmond noticed that many elderly patients had no visitors and didn’t have resources for little “extras” like having their hair done. He remembered how much his mother had always loved getting her hair done, and he started to think about beauty school. “There were a lot of things my mother would forget,” he says, “but she always knew when her hair appointment was coming. I knew how much that meant to her and I decided to become a hairdresser and do something that would mean a lot to these people. I thought, Wouldn’t it be nice to wash their hair, give them a nice massage, put in those curlers, and let them sit under the dryer the way they used to do? That’s something I can do. I’ve got the time on my hands. It would give them a good feeling and give me a good feeling.”
So Edmond researched beauty schools, talked to hairdressers, and enrolled at Paul Mitchell The School in Cranston, Rhode Island. School dean and director Michael Galvin recognized his contributions with a F.A.C.E. award, saying, “I F.A.C.E.’d Edmond to recognize the inspiration he is giving so many of us for chasing his dream at such a point in his life.”
Eager to finish his education and start volunteering at nursing homes, Edmond has made a surprising discovery about himself. “In the nursing home, I’ll probably have to do styles that were popular 20 or 30 years ago,” Edmond says. “I think I probably have a little creative person inside me shouting, ‘Let me out!’ I’d like to get a couple of days somewhere in a salon and really try that out.”
“Edmond Messier has found the perfect place for himself. He has adapted to the culture exceptionally well, and he lives and breathes paying it forward. He inspires us all by showing how strong your passions and dreams can be when you believe in them.”
— Michael Galvin
Dean/Director, Paul Mitchell the School – Cranston
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MEGAN HANSEN, CLASS OF 2004
Paul Mitchell The School – Costa Mesa
 After graduating from Paul Mitchell The School – Costa Mesa, Megan Hansen joined the Te Zaal Salon in Basalt, Colorado. Located just outside Aspen, the salon caters to a mix of local and celebrity clients, including movie stars Melanie Griifith and Antonio Banderas, who stopped by recently. Although Te Zaal did not carry other Paul Mitchell products when Megan joined the staff, she chose the salon because they carried the color. Since her arrival, they’ve slowly started bringing in categories and now carry a good selection of Paul Mitchell Take Home products.
“Having just graduated from Paul Mitchell The School, it was already in my vocabulary to sell products, just by talking to clients about what they liked, didn’t like, or were looking for,” Megan says. “Paul Mitchell sold itself, and the salon found out how great it really was.”
How to Become a Paul Mitchell Associate in Training (AIT)
The Paul Mitchell Associate in Training program is the process for becoming a Paul Mitchell National Educator.
• You must be a licensed hairdresser to apply.
• Contact your local Paul Mitchell distributor. You’ll need approval from your Paul Mitchell Regional Director, who may want to interview you.
• Attend an introductory training session.
• Complete the Phase I kit (a series of exercises and DVDs), which you’ll receive by mail.
• When you’re ready, contact your Regional Director for certification.
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A veteran of two Signature Gathering events before joining Te Zaal, Megan also encouraged her new coworkers to join her at the annual event. “We all went together as a team,” Megan says. “I told them about the opening show that’s more like a fashion show with hair and really got them excited for what they were going to see. They loved it! They are attending again this year.”
In her brief career, Megan has developed a diverse clientele and been instrumental in bringing Paul Mitchell education to her salon. She is currently in the preliminary stages of becoming a Paul Mitchell Associate in Training (AIT). “Where I live, there’s limited education because we’re in the mountains and it’s hard to get here,” Megan says. “I figured Paul Mitchell would need someone, and I love knowledge, so it just seemed like the next step. Sometimes I have to pinch myself because I can’t believe where I’m at, just two years out of school. Loving what you do makes your life a more happy and enjoyable place to be.”
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 “In my role as a Paul Mitchell regional sales director, I've visited salons in many states as well as most of the Paul Mitchell Schools. Working with countless successful salon owners and stylists, I've learned what salons are looking for and what future professionals need to launch brilliant careers and become leaders in their salons. Megan Hansen is an outgoing, welcoming stylist who has exactly what it takes to succeed. Taking everything she learned at the Paul Mitchell School and combining it with her own internal drive, she has launched her career as a top stylist and soon-to-be Paul Mitchell National Educator.”
— Wade Anderson
Vice President, Regional Sales Director
John Paul Mitchell Systems
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 THE ADVANCED ACADEMY PROGRAM
Paul Mitchell Advanced Academy offers information-packed advanced haircutting, hair coloring, makeup, and photo shoot education. Most courses are 3- or 5-day hands-on retreats, taught by a team of nationally recognized artists and educators. Our multi-tiered curriculum includes basic, intermediate, and advanced education that we call CORE (“Learn the Rules!”), ADAPTIVE (“Bend the Rules!”), and CREATIVE (“Break the Rules!”).
Our education incorporates an advanced accelerated learning system, combined with in-depth technical guidance. Whether you’re an experienced stylist, a veteran art director, or just starting out in your career, you can rejuvenate yourself and fine-tune your craft in a relaxing, personalized, compassionate educational experience.
CLICK HERE to learn more.
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