From Clippers to CEO Fly with Me or Get Flown Over By Markin K Barnes

From Clippers to C e o Fly with Me or Get Flown Over  By Markin  K Barnes 

Chapter 1 
Why I Became a Barber  
Hello, my friend! Can I call you that? I hope so because this 
book is written with you in mind. Let me share my story 
about how I became a barber a journey full of lessons,

challenges, and triumphs.  
Before I picked up my first pair of clippers, I was always in 
the service industry. I worked for major Fortune 500

companies like McDonald’s, Burger King, Sprint, Publix, Subway, 
Winn Dixie, and even in construction. From these jobs, I 
learned two very important lessons:  
1) The power of marketing  
2) The importance of customer service  
These two skills taught me how to attract clients, keep them 
coming back, and build relationships that could last for gen
generations.  
Acting and Barbering: The Journey Begins  
While I was still learning my craft as a barber, I had an ex
citing opportunity I acted in a Krystal Burger commercial in 
Jacksonville, Florida. It was an incredible experience and  
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showed me how different skills can work together to shape 
a career. But my real passion was barbering. Over the years, 
I dedicated myself to learning everything I could about the 
trade. I didn’t just focus on men’s hair; I also learned how to 
style and color women’s hair. This gave me an edge and al
lowed me to offer services at the highest level.  
Transforming into Mk McFly  
The first 13 years as a barber were some of the toughest. 
Back then, no one knew who I was, so I had to create a name 
for myself. I transformed into a "Super Barber" someone 
who wasn’t just great at cutting hair but also an expert at 
being seen and remembered. That’s when Mk McFly was 
born a fun, heroic persona that helped me stand out in a

 
competitive industry. I realized that success as a barber wasn’t 
just about the haircut. It was about transforming people’s 
lives. A great haircut can give someone the confidence to 
land a job, get married, stand out at a club, or even pursue 
their dreams of becoming an NBA or NFL star.  
The Bigger Picture  
Becoming a barber has allowed me to support my family, 
give to charity, and build a career that I’m proud of. It’s proof 
that this profession can pay your bills, provide for your loved 
ones, and open doors to endless opportunities.