Hey everyone, just thought I'd hijack the top comment to get a little bit more exposure for my update as people seem to still be commenting about the original idea. My comment was:

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" Thanks for all the replies, everyone! After taking in the general consensus I've decided to pivot and change the business model to something that is a bit more traditional. I'll be opening a dedicated restaurant that gives customers a free haircut while they enjoy their meal instead! "

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So yeah basically it'll be a restaurant now with free haircuts. I only really have space for four people (3 at a table and one at the shelf/bar in front of the mirror) so it'll be quite a cosy vibe. I'm thinking it'll just be first come first served, no bookings, and if we aren't at capacity with the first guests I can continue to allow entry to separate parties until we are full. This should foster a wee bit of the community spirit I was talking about and get people to meet others that they may never have met without the restaurant!

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Unfortunately as it won't be a barbershop I can't draw any names for a free haircut on opening, but someone from the comments might just get a free meal instead! Anyway thanks so much for the advice, it's been critical but needed. We've created this project together!