First and foremost, we highly recommend joining a professional beauty association that best matches your interest. At the very least, attend some events sponsored by one of the organizations and introduce yourself to some of the attendees. Networking with other working professionals in the beauty business is a great way to pick up tips and tricks to expand your skill set, but it’s also important to meeting people who may be able to connect you with potential job opportunities. The next way you can make potential job connections is by making appointments at the salons in the area! Get yourself a haircut or a mani/pedi, chat with the cosmetologist on duty, ask them how they like where they work, mention that you are a soon-to-be or recent cosmetology school graduate and ask what the hiring and interview process is like. By making that connection with one of the salon or spa’s employees, you could get your foot in the door.