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Gwendolyn Smith

Seffner,Florida

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Hairstylist

Coles Beauty & Barber Salon
05.2015 - 01.2019
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Evaluated client needs and recommended treatments and strategy to achieve desired results while maintaining hair health.
  • Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
  • Maintained high number of return customers through precise cutting, coloring and styling of clients' hair.
  • Trained junior hairstylists in salon procedures, product knowledge, and advanced cutting techniques for skill development.
  • Successfully managed a high volume of clients during peak hours while maintaining a calm and efficient demeanor.

Hair Stylist

Annettes Hair Salon
05.1982 - 02.1988
  • Developed customized hair care plans for individual clients to address specific needs or concerns, leading to healthier hair overall.
  • Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.
  • Conducted thorough consultations with each client before beginning any service, ensuring clear communication regarding desired outcomes.
  • Scheduled employees to maintain adequate coverage during business hours.
  • Achieved personal sales goals by upselling products to meet individual needs.
  • Cross-sold and up-sold new haircare products, increasing earning 50% per month.

Interning

Ann Powells Hair Salon
01.1977 - 11.1981
  • Stayed up-to-date on current industry trends by attending workshops, trade shows, and continuing education courses.
  • Developed loyal following of clients by providing high-quality services.
  • Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
  • Collaborated with other booth renters to maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment within the salon.
  • Offered professional cuts, color services and extensions to salon customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Blake High School
Tampa, FL
06.1968

Timeline

Hairstylist

Coles Beauty & Barber Salon
05.2015 - 01.2019

Hair Stylist

Annettes Hair Salon
05.1982 - 02.1988

Interning

Ann Powells Hair Salon
01.1977 - 11.1981

High School Diploma -

Blake High School
Gwendolyn Smith