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Cynthia  Adams

Cynthia Adams

Chicago,IL

Summary

Results-focused job seeker dedicated to maximizing satisfaction and retention with proactive attention to individual customer needs. Smoothly handles questions and resolves concerns with great problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Multitasks and manages time well to consistently meet performance targets. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level customer care position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Work History

Licensed Cosmetologist

Distinct Artists, NYC
02.2021 - Current
    • Attended regular trainings and workshops to maintain cosmetology license and stay current on technique and skills.
    • Demonstrated high level of customer service to increase retention and satisfaction.
    • Grew sales with great work ethic, individualized beauty care plans and positive attitude.
    • Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
    • Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
    • Developed loyal following of clients by providing high-quality services.
    • Attended hair shows, classes and seminars to stay up-to-date on latest trends.
    • Trained new cosmetologists on makeup and skincare products and techniques.

Licensed Cosmetologist

Distinct Artists, Chicago
02.2000 - Current

Hair and Makeup Artist for advertising, photoshoots, film, videos, commercials and runway shows. Educator for hair care products, as platform artist in cities across US, for 2 years, with Aquage. Educator at Steven Papageorge Cosmetology School for Cosmetics for photography, for 2 years, as well.

Registered Nurse

Weiss Hospital
12.1977 - 03.1984
  • Worked as RN in operating room for 7 years and on med-surg floor, for two years. Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diabetic diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Worked in operating room as scrub and circulating nurse. I was on call, on weekends and handled emergency cases, for several years.

Phone Sales Representative

Wendell West Recreational Real Estate
05.1971 - 01.1972
  • Completed daily cold calling and outreach to build sales pipeline.
  • Answered inbound telephone calls from interested customers to persuasively discuss offerings.
  • Answered questions about company offerings with knowledgeable responses about products and services.
  • Troubleshot problems for callers and helped independently resolve common issues.

Phone Sales Representative

Time Warner Communications
01.1970 - 01.1971
  • Completed daily cold calling and outreach to build sales pipeline.
  • Answered inbound telephone calls from interested customers to persuasively discuss offerings.
  • Answered questions about company offerings with knowledgeable responses about products and services.
  • Troubleshot problems for callers and helped independently resolve common issues.

Education

Diploma of Nursing - Nursing

Illinois Masonic Hospital School of Nursing
Chicago
09.2020

Licensed Cosmetologist - Cosmetology

American Beauty Institute
NYC,NY
06.2015

Licensed Cosmetologist - Cosmetology

Steven Pappageorge Hair Academy
Chicago
05.2006

Barber Apprentice - Barbering

American Barber Institute
NYC, NY
06.2017

Some College (No Degree) - Runway

Aveda Advanced Runway Class
NYC

Skills

    • Friendly Communication
    • Issue Resolution
    • Client Education
    • Active Listening
    • Relationship Building
    • Trend Awareness
      • Decision-Making
      • Clear Communication
      • Relationship Building and Management
      • Reflective Listening
      • Selling and Upselling
      • Licensed Cosmetologist

Certification

  • Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. RN License License - current
  • Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Licensed Cosmetologist
  • New York Cosmetology Division of Licensing Service's Appearance and Enhancement.

Timeline

Licensed Cosmetologist

Distinct Artists, NYC
02.2021 - Current

Licensed Cosmetologist

Distinct Artists, Chicago
02.2000 - Current

Registered Nurse

Weiss Hospital
12.1977 - 03.1984

Phone Sales Representative

Wendell West Recreational Real Estate
05.1971 - 01.1972

Phone Sales Representative

Time Warner Communications
01.1970 - 01.1971

Diploma of Nursing - Nursing

Illinois Masonic Hospital School of Nursing

Licensed Cosmetologist - Cosmetology

American Beauty Institute

Licensed Cosmetologist - Cosmetology

Steven Pappageorge Hair Academy

Barber Apprentice - Barbering

American Barber Institute

Some College (No Degree) - Runway

Aveda Advanced Runway Class
Cynthia Adams