Arzu Ablak
White Plains,NY
Summary
Professional Summary
Versatile and disciplined professional with a strong background in salon management, coaching, and educational leadership. As a Salon Manager, I have developed expertise in budgeting, inventory management, and ensuring smooth operations, maintaining a high standard of service. In my role as a Volleyball Coach, I emphasize discipline, teamwork, and resilience, helping athletes reach their full potential. As a Kindergarten Principal, I foster a structured and nurturing environment, promoting discipline, academic growth, and emotional development among young learners. Committed to creating positive, results-driven teams, I bring a disciplined, strategic approach to leadership in education, sports, and business.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Volleyball Coach
Fasny French American School
09.2023 - Current
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and games to support team goals.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and discipline.
- Reviewed and updated game strategies and techniques to optimize training sessions.
- Worked individually with players when struggling to enhancer confidence and strengthen court skills.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of athletes to identify weaknesses and provide feedback for further improvement.
- Stretched, warmed up, and completed conditioning exercises properly to reduce injuries.
Beauty Salon Manager
European Beauty
06.2021 - Current
- Maximized efficiency through time management and staff supervision to boost productivity.
- Recommended spa treatments and services, boosting sales and bringing in new clientele.
- Inspected salon stock, identifying shortages, replenishing items and maintaining consistent spa inventory.
- Trained and supervised spa staff on best practices, sales techniques and customer service.
- Achieved personal sales goals by upselling products to meet individual needs.
- Maximized business efficiency by completing thorough and accurate daily management tasks such as overseeing registers, organizing inventory, and delegating tasks.
Montessori Kindergarten School Principle
International Mama Montessori Kindergarten
08.2016 - 05.2021
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Istanbul University
Istanbul,TR10-2020
Bachelor of Science - Pedagogic Formation
Istanbul University
Istanbul,TR09-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Human Behavior
Newport International University
Istanbul,TR09-2006
Skills
- Customer Service
- Patience & Empathy
- Team worker
- Leadership
- Dedicated
- Time management
- Ambition
- Communication Skills
- Decision Making Skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Hiking
- Gardening
- Team Sports
- Pilates
- Gym Workouts
- Swimming
- Yoga
- Mindfulness Practices
Timeline
Volleyball Coach
Fasny French American School
09.2023 - Current
Beauty Salon Manager
European Beauty
06.2021 - Current
Montessori Kindergarten School Principle
International Mama Montessori Kindergarten
08.2016 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Istanbul University
Bachelor of Science - Pedagogic Formation
Istanbul University
Bachelor of Arts - Human Behavior
Newport International University
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