Meet Nico Jose | Entrepreneur/Barber

We had the good fortune of connecting with Nico Jose and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Nico, how do you think about risk?
The risks I have taken in pursuit of my vision, have always been a leap of faith towards the end result. Involving different emotions such has fear and doubt at times. When you’re thinking about taking chances to get ahead look at all your options to determine if it’s one worth taking. Think and feel positive about the choice your making. You need to believe in that move more than anyone else. Risk are what they are, they can go either way. I recommend taking advantage of any risk when there is a great opportunity for you to get closer to your desired goal. Risk are beneficial when they work of course, but if it doesn’t then you should take it as a paid lesson not a loss. Your perspective is everything!

What should our readers know about your business?
I didn’t know what I wanted to do with my life as far as a career went. I decided to go to Acers Home College of Barber Design. I originally thought it would be a fall back plan I was wrong. I became passionate about my craft enjoying meeting new people putting a smile on their face with a fresh haircut was satisfying. I learned over the twenty one years that I’ve been a entrepreneur/barber you have to find your own lane and tap into it. Find people to serve what you offer don’t worry about what the rest of the world is doing. Throughout the years I’ve experienced some lows that made me want to give up especially financially. At least for my story being broke has been part of the process of my success. Everyone should embrace the hard times because they are what build you to be stronger as you develop. I’m currently on the brink of launching my product line “NICO JOSE” it’s definitely been a journey. My product line consists of a shampoo, conditioner, hair elixir oil and pomade. Any road to success will throw curveballs and challenges at you so don’t get discouraged expect them to come and handle them when they do. Being patient and persistent has been key. The best advice is to never stop don’t give up keep believing and taking action. Each step of progress is a step closer to where you want to be. Don’t listen or talk to people that are negative about what your doing. Be selective about who you share your dreams and vision with and treat it like it’s already what you want it to be.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Itinerary I’m a native Houstonian, born and raised. I make no secret of my love for my hometown. I love the diversity, city life, and the fact that there is always something to do. I created a weeklong itinerary that highlights vast variety of amazing food and must-see attractions Houston has to offer.
Sunday
Morning Work Out:
Discovery Green Park
1500 McKinney St.
Breakfast:
Tiny Boxwoods
3614 W Alabama St
Houston, TX 77027
Outing:
Smither Park
2402 Munger St, Houston, TX 77023
Lunch:
VEEGOS- Vegan Restaurant
10932 Westheimer Rd, Houston, Texas
Outing:
Cistern at Buffalo Bayou Park
105 Sabine Street
Dinner:
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
8250 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77063-2702

Monday
Morning Work Out:
Terry Hershey Park
15200 Memorial Dr.
Breakfast:
1. The Breakfast Klub
3711 Travis St (at W Alabama), Houston, TX
Outing:
The Galleria
5085 Westheimer Road, Suite. 4850
Lunch:
Gloria’s Latin Cuisine
2616 Louisiana St (McGowen St), Houston, TX
Outing:
Downtown Tunnel System
Downtown Houston
Dinner:
Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse
1510 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002
Nightlife:
Rooftop Cinema Club
1700 Post Oak Blvd

Tuesday
Morning Work Out:
Spotts Park
401 South Heights Blvd
Breakfast:
Empire Cafe
1732 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX
Outing:
Houston Museum District

1300 Mcgowen St,

Houston, TX 77004

Lunch:
Adair Kitchen
5161 San Felipe Street (Sage Rd),
Houston, TX
Outing:
Parkway Terrace at Marriot Marquis
1777 Walker Street
Houston, TX 77010
Dinner:
The Capital Grille
5365 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, Tx 77056

Wednesday
Morning Work Out:
George Bush Park
16756 Westheimer Pkwy
Breakfast:
Max’s Wine Dive
4720 Washington Ave Ste B (at Shepherd Dr), Houston, TX
Outing:
Lee and Joe Jamail Skate Park
103 Sabine Street
Lunch:
Turkey Leg Hut
4830 Almeda Rd.
Houston, Tx 77004
Outing:
Galveston Island Historical Pleasure Pier
2501 Seawall Boulevard
Dinner:
Chama Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse
5865 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, Tx 77057

Thursday
Morning Work Out:
Memorial Park
6501 Memorial Dr.
Breakfast:
Black Walnut Café – Rice Village
5510 Morningside Dr (University Blvd.), Houston, TX
Outing:
Houston Zoo
6200 Hermann Park Drive
Lunch:
Houston Sauce Co.- Vegan Food Truck
4302 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX 77004
Outing:
James Turrell Twilight Epiphany Skyscape at Rice University
6100 Main Street
Dinner:
Trulucks Oceans finest seafood and crab
5350 Westheimer
Houston, Tx 77056

Friday
Morning Work Out:
Hermann Park
6100 Hermann Park Dr.
Breakfast:
House of Pies
3112 Kirby Dr (W Alabama St), Houston, TX
Outing:
Houston Graffiti Building
1503 Chartres St, Houston, TX 77003
Lunch:
Graces
3111 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098
Outing:
The Escape Game Houston (Galleria)
5015 Westheimer Rd. #3400
Dinner:
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
8250 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77063-2702
Nightlife:
Rosemont Houston- Rooftop
910 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006

Saturday
Morning Work Out:
Buffalo Bayou Park
1800 Allen Parkway
Breakfast:
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
3217 Montrose, Suite 100, Houston, T
Outing:
Cistern at Buffalo Park
105 Sabine Street
Lunch:
POST
1520 Oliver Street
Outing:
Miller Outdoor Theatre
6000 Hermann Park Drive
Dinner:
B&B Butchers and Restaurant- Rooftop Restaurant
1814 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007


Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I thank god for all the accomplishments in my life and for the people he’s placed around me. My mom always told me I could do anything I put my mind to and that always stuck with me. My dad kept his head held high and provided for us no matter what was going on. Kalief Powers the owner of A-1 Barbershop has seen me grow and given me great advice and guidance over the years. Mike Green was not only an inspiration to me that I could accomplish my goals, but poured out wonderful encouragement. Sean Williams displayed a powerful work ethic and drive with a go get it and make it happen at all cost attitude that I absorbed. Cash Jundi helped me to be more open minded and look at things from a different perspective with a positive attitude. These are a few from a group of people I chose to pattern myself after to get where I am. I could go on, and those who I did not mention know who they are because I’ve given thanks and showed gratitude to them personally.

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