“Get That Money”: Hairstylist Honours Client’s Wig Treatment Request From a Hospital Bed, SA Amused

• A self-employed hairstylist was filmed honouring a client’s wig request from his hospital bed, showing the unusual lengths some entrepreneurs would go for their clients
• The emotional clip was shared on Instagram, where it went viral, with many viewers expressing a mix of amusement and concern
• Social media users were divided, with some finding the situation funny, while others said the client lacked respect for his health
• Briefly News spoke with Lusanda Tyawana, a respected hair salon owner and stylist, to get her expert opinion on going the extra mile for clients

An American hairstylist left social media users in a mix of laughter and disbelief after honouring a client’s unusual request from his hospital bed.

The clip, shared by Instagram user @tokyobradshaw, received a considerable number of views.

In the video, the hairstylist is seen sitting in his hospital bed, carefully working on a client's wig. He is seen plucking the lace and applying mousse to get the desired style while he is still recovering from an undisclosed illness.

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Going the extra mile for a client

He captioned the post jokingly, sharing that being a stylist should come with a medical plan, PRO (paid time off), and an emotional support dog, as they go through great lengths to satisfy their clients. He also mentioned that when he told the client that he was in the hospital, she responded by offering him $500 (R8800) to get the job done. The man's willingness to get the job done while recovering showcased the hustle culture.

Health first, hustle later

The Briefly News team spoke with Lusanda Tyawana, a seasoned stylist, about the viral video of an American stylist working from a hospital bed.

We asked her what her first thought was when she saw the video. She responded:

"I was shocked and amused, but not surprised. It's a sad reality for many self-employed people. On one hand, I understood the pressure to make money, but on the other, my first thought was always that health must come first. You can not be a great stylist if you are not well, and no amount of money is worth risking your well-being."

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We asked if the extra money offered by the client justifies him taking the job. The stylist shared:

"I understand the struggle of being self-employed. When you don't work, you don't earn, and every cent matters because the monthly bills won't understand that you were sick. But for me, no amount of money can justify compromising your health, especially if you're in the hospital. I'm sure if he were very sick, though, he wouldn't have taken the job. Maybe he was just waiting to be released.

When asked what her message is to other self-employed individuals in any field who might feel the pressure to work even when they are not well. Lusanda said:

"My message is simple: prioritise your health. Your job is important, but your well-being is even more so. You cannot be good at what you do if you are not well. Set boundaries, communicate with your clients, and remember that you are your own boss. You have the power to say no."

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Netizens respond with mixed views

The clip gained massive attention, with many social media users finding the situation highly amusing. Many joked that he was getting a much-needed workout while getting paid for his work. Several users said they did not blame him for honouring the request, saying that being self-employed can be a tough struggle where every cent matters.

Others, however, were angered by the client's request and said he should block her after finishing the wig. They argued she lacked respect for his health and well-being and that a proper client would allow him to rest and recover.

User @dejathis_dejathat said:

"As a health care professional, movement is what you need😭 think of it as support😂🔥."

User @jakademik_md commented:

"I don't blame him, you know what the co-pay is about to be, 😩 and he's self-employed, bruh."

User @thediamondprocess shared:

"Block her when you finish."

User @thelivingkendoll added:

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"You said hospital, not hospice. Now, finish this wig and get this coin for your bill, clumsy 😙."

User @afenifrl shared:

"Y'all are talking bout blocking her, child, she is a good-paying customer. You had better stop being in y'all feelings and get that money."

User @sassyti_ commented:

"Sir, just get better. The money will be there."

User @iamchristinaejones said:

"He can say no. He chose to say yes. I mean, he's going to be just sitting around anyway, lol, he might as well make money."

Watch the Instagram video below:

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Source: Briefly News