Barbers Choice in Oakdale

Note From Corey:

I’ve been putting off making this post because it’s disappointing that I have to do it.

As many of you know I’ve had to take some time away from the shop. Mainly to focus on my health. After a year I felt like we had things dialed in. Unfortunately that is not the case. And quite frankly I’m done stressing about it. It’s taken a toll on not only myself, but also my sons.

This year will be the last year that I’m going to be working. As painful as it is to say. Riley tells me all the time that I’m stubborn and she’s right. I am stubborn and I hate the thought of walking away after we built something so special.

We have a barber that is going to be missing some time soon. Once they get back I’m going to step away. I may work a day a week just to get out of the house a little bit but opening a second shop is off the table.

I’ve done my best to push through this but it’s been pushing back. It’s time for me to tap out.

I have zero concern about Riley taking over and making the shop even better than what it is. She has all the tools to succeed. I’m also going to be right there any time she needs me. The plan is for her to take over January 1st.

I appreciate your help and your support. It’s meant the world to me. I’ve tried very hard but the experiment is coming to a close.

Thank you for everything you’ve done for us.

Corey

Barber’s Choice
5681 Geneva Ave
Oakdale MN 55128

We wanted to take a moment to recognize the hard work and dedication that Ethan has put in.

He’s worked 6-7 days a week since he started and rarely takes time off. When it comes time to work, he works. Very hard.

As a lot of you know he’s a talented guy. Very talented and very precise. He’s also pretty fun to work with. All around, he’s knocked it out of the park. We’re lucky to have him.

Please help us thank Ethan for the hard work he’s put in to keep Barber’s Choice open. We wouldn’t be here without him.

Barber’s Choice
5681 Geneva Ave
Oakdale MN 55128

We hope everyone had a great weekend!!

The summer is starting to wind down so make sure you enjoy what’s left!

Barber’s Choice
5681 Geneva Ave
Oakdale MN 55128

From Corey:

Words can’t explain how happy I am right now.

After a while I lost hope. It seemed like nothing was helping and every time I went back to work it was a nightmare. It hurt a lot to keep going back and forth.

On Monday I return to five days a week, open to close. It feels good being able to say that. It’s going to feel even better when I get to talk to clients again. The reason why we do this.

Thank you for your support. It’s meant a lot to me.

I hope you have a great weekend!!

Corey

Barber’s Choice
5681 Geneva Ave N
Oakdale MN 55128

We wanted to clarify a couple things about what is happening with the barbershop. Just in case there’s any confusion.

1st things 1st, Riley is still taking over the shop. We’re aiming for 1/1/27 for her to completely take over. Before we can do it there’s a couple of things that need to happen first.

2nd is booking for Corey. If you’d like to make an appointment you have two options. One is to text him. If you have his number than by all means. If not he’s back on our booking site.

Medically he’s doing great. Which brings us to the 3rd one. He’s planning on opening another shop. He’s been talking with our landlord and there’s a few more locations available elsewhere.

We hope this helps clear up any confusion.

Barber’s Choice
5681 Geneva Ave
Oakdale MN 55128

Note From Corey…

I heard some of y’all miss me!! 🤪

I’ve got a few things to share. One of them being the new logo for Barber’s Choice in Oakdale. Since she’s taking over it only seemed fitting.

Second, if you know of any barbers or cosmetologists that are looking for a fun place to work where they’ll be treated like family, send them our way. We’ve got one station to fill.

Next up is I’m coming back to work starting June 8th. These last few months have been pretty difficult for me. Sitting around at home is not in my DNA. So I decided to come back to do what I love. If I don’t I’m going to live with regrets. I just know it.

After I’m back and I know everything is ok medically, I’m going to start on our second shop. We’ve got a lot of great leads for strip malls so it’s going to happen. It’s just a matter of when.

This last year has been one hell of a journey. One I’m glad is over. Anything that happens from here on out I’m pushing through.

I appreciate your patience with all of this. The back and forth is over. I’m here to stay.

Lastly a special thank you to Riley and Ethan for all of their patience and support. They’ve been first ballot Hall of Fame with it. Which solidifies my decision.

Enjoy your weekend and I’ll see ya around soon!!

Corey

Barber’s Choice
5681 Geneva Ave N
Oakdale MN 55128

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Barbers Choice will be closed today on account of the blizzard. Yall stay home and stay warm! ❄️⛄️

Just a heads up, we have switched our booking system from Fresha to Square. It is user friendly and easy to navigate, but don’t take our word for it, go try it out and book and appointment!