While ordering a crew cut is easy, since it’s on the menu, what about other kinds?
Can you just go “I’d like a men/women’s haircut” and leave it at that, or do you need something more specific, like saying you want a Charlestone done by a No. 3 to the sides, and a 4 up top?
I’d say something like “Hey I need a haircut, just something shorter (or whatever you thinks best).”
Throw 'em off their game next time, ask for something longer.
If they somehow succeed, that’s how you know you’ve found a keeper.