Today we’d like to introduce you to Rodrick Ulmer.
Hi Rodrick, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My journey has been rooted in craft, consistency, and patience. I became professionally licensed in 2006 not because barbering was trendy, but because it demanded discipline and offered a direct way to serve people. Early on, I learned that mastering a craft—showing up every day, honing your skills, and taking pride in the details—creates momentum over time, even when progress feels stagnant.
Over the years, barbering became more than a profession for me; it became a foundation. It taught me how to listen, how to build trust, and how to stay grounded regardless of circumstances. I’ve worked through different seasons of growth, transition, rebuilding, and refinement, and each one shaped how I approach both work and life. Moving to Dallas—a new city and market for me—required humility and patience, but it also reaffirmed my belief in staying consistent and letting results speak for themselves.
Today, I view barbering as part of something bigger than just cutting hair—I see it as purpose. Barbering gave me the structure to build a broader creative and entrepreneurial path rooted in integrity, faith, and forward-thinking. I’m focused on creating value, building relationships, and developing systems that allow both creativity and stability to coexist. Where I am now is the result of staying committed to the process, trusting timing, and continuing to grow internally as much as externally.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It hasn’t been a completely smooth road, but the challenges were necessary for growth. Like most long-term journeys, there were seasons where progress wasn’t immediately visible. Transitions—whether opening and closing barbershops, moving into new markets, rebuilding momentum, or navigating uncertainty—required patience, humility, and faith. Those moments tested my discipline more than my skill.
One of the biggest lessons was learning to stay confident and disciplined when external validation was quiet. It’s easy to stay motivated when things are moving fast in the right direction, but growth often happens in slower, less visible seasons. I had to learn how to trust the process, stay consistent, and continue refining my craft even when results took time to show.
Each challenge ultimately became a refinement period. Instead of viewing obstacles as setbacks, I learned to treat them as signals for growth—opportunities to sharpen focus, strengthen character, and realign spiritually. Those experiences shaped the way I approach my work today, with patience, intention, and a long-term perspective.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
My work centers around precision, presence, and purpose. As a barber and creative, I specialize in delivering consistent, detail-driven male grooming while creating an experience that’s grounded, calm, and intentional. I’m known for taking my time, listening closely, and treating each client interaction as more than a transaction. For me, quality isn’t rushed—it’s felt.
What I’m most proud of is longevity and trust. Staying committed to my craft over many years, across different markets and seasons, taught me how to adapt without losing integrity. Barbering became the foundation that allowed me to build strong relationships, refine discipline, mentor others, and develop a professional standard that carries into everything I do creatively and entrepreneurially.
What sets me apart is my long-term mindset. I don’t chase trends or shortcuts—I focus on mastery, consistency, and internal alignment, knowing that sustainable success is built quietly over time. I approach my work with faith, patience, and intention, aiming to create value that lasts—not just for myself, but for the people I serve and the communities I’m part of
Is there something surprising that you feel even people who know you might not know about?
Something that may surprise people is how deeply music is woven into my creative process. Alongside barbering, I create and mint instrumental music on the Cardano blockchain that reflects mood, rhythm, and emotion. For me, music and barbering aren’t separate; they’re both expressions of timing, flow, and artistic presence.
Posting instrumentals alongside haircut photos is intentional. A finished cut captures a moment, but music extends the feeling beyond it. The digital format allows the work to live on in a different way, giving people something they can revisit and connect with emotionally. It’s less about technology and more about creating a lasting sensory experience.
Most people see the final result, but a lot of my creativity happens quietly—through sound, stillness, and reflection. That process influences everything I do, whether I’m behind the chair or creating something meant to be experienced beyond the moment
Contact Info:
- Website: https://linktr.ee/Xclusivepro?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=ce809661-f834-4312-91bd-0410a4176966
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xclusivepro?igsh=MWk3ODhkd3VvNW1yeA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
