There’s a big difference between getting a haircut and having a barber.
At a glance, they might seem like the same thing — you sit down, hair gets cut, you leave looking better than when you walked in. But if you’ve ever had your barber, you know that the experience — and the result — is completely different.
I’m Sam Morgan, one half of Marcus & Beatty, and this idea sits at the core of how I approach barbering in Tuscaloosa. I don’t just aim to give someone a good haircut once. My goal is to become the barber they trust every time.
A Haircut Is a One-Time Transaction
When you’re just getting a haircut, the relationship is temporary.
That barber has one conversation, one appointment, and a limited set of information to work with:
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Your face shape
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The clothes you wore in that day
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A quick explanation of what you think you want
From there, they do the best they can in that moment. And sometimes, that’s enough. You walk out looking fine — mission accomplished.
But that experience resets every single time you sit in a new chair.
A Barber Is a Relationship
Having a barber is different.
A real barber isn’t just cutting hair — they’re learning who you are.
Over time, I get to know:
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How you like your hair to grow out, not just how you like it cut
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When you want something clean and professional vs. relaxed and lived-in
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What you do for work, how you spend your weekends, what matters to you
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What you loved about your last cut — and what you didn’t
That kind of insight doesn’t come from one appointment. It comes from many conversations, shared over time, sitting in the same chair with someone you trust.
That’s how real style is built.
Style Isn’t Just About Hair
Anyone can cut hair well. That’s not the rare skill.
What’s rare is connecting with the person in the chair and letting that guide the work.
Your haircut should match:
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Who you are
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How you carry yourself
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How you want to be seen when you walk into a room
When I cut someone’s hair, I’m not just looking at a reference photo. I’m thinking about the person I’ve come to know — their lifestyle, their comfort, and how they want to feel when they leave.
That only happens when the focus stays on the client and the relationship, not the transaction.
Why That Matters in Tuscaloosa
In a place like Tuscaloosa — or Northport, or around the University of Alabama — relationships still matter. People notice when you show up consistently, take care of others, and let your work speak for itself.
That’s how I’ve built my chair at Marcus & Beatty.
No rush.
No upsell pressure.
Just attention, care, and trust built one cut at a time.
Why I Built ineedahaircut.com
I created ineedahaircut.com to make booking simple — not to make the experience feel transactional.
The booking is easy, but the relationship is the point.
If you’re looking for:
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A barber in Tuscaloosa who actually listens
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Someone who remembers your preferences instead of starting over every visit
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A place where you feel comfortable being yourself in the chair
Then I’d love to cut your hair.
Getting a Haircut vs. Having a Barber
A haircut is something you need.
A barber is someone you trust.
If you’re ready for the second one, book your appointment at
👉 ineedahaircut.com
I’ll take care of the rest.