7.1 Build in Public: Launching the Prosperous Barber Society (Day 1)
In this foundational episode of the What Keeps You Up at Night podcast, Kiné shares the behind-the-scenes journey of building a new business in public. From investing in executive-level consulting and exploring locations for a luxury retreat center across France, Albania, and Dubai, to landing back in the United States with a renewed mission, this episode sets the stage for the Prosperous Barber Society and the Wise Barber Network. You’ll hear why barbers are often the first therapists in men’s lives, how they can be equipped as “first responders” for mental health, and what it means to build a customer-funded, values-driven business that serves both wealth and well-being.
Key Takeaways:
- Building in Public – Kiné commits to sharing the real-time journey of creating a new arm of the business, including wins, challenges, and numbers.
- Global Search for a Retreat Location – After exploring France and Albania, Dubai (and broader UAE) emerges as the ideal base for a high-end retreat center serving wealthy clients.
- Customer-Funded Retreat Model – The retreat center concept will launch without loans or investors, starting with hotel-based or existing spaces in cities like Las Vegas, with future expansion to Dubai and Monaco.
- Prosperous Barber Society – A paid, private club designed to give barbers mental health support and money systems, positioning them as better-resourced leaders in their communities.
- Wise Barber Network (Free Community) – A free entry point for 1,000 barbers, offering questions, tools, and interviews to help barbers become master question askers, build legacy, and prepare for deeper work and certification.
“Barbers have been the first therapists for men long before there were therapists—and it’s time they get the support, training, and money systems to match the weight of what they carry.” - Kiné
Resources:
Wise Barber Network: https://www.selfsync.vegas/offers/9a5CeGod
Website:https://www.kinecorder.com/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kinecorder/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kinecorder/
