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Cynthia Olson

Gastonia,NC

Summary

A dynamic Licensed Cosmetologist with a proven track record at Sport Clips, I excel in delivering personalized beauty solutions and exceptional customer service. Skilled in hair styling and color services, I leverage my active listening and friendly communication to enhance client satisfaction, resulting in significant repeat business and referrals. My commitment to continuous education ensures I stay at the forefront of industry trends.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Cosmotologist

Sport Clips
08.2021 - Current
  • Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments, and created client service tickets.
  • Applied makeup to clients for special occasions to meet requirements.
  • Provided pre- and post-service consultations to accurately assess clients' needs.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
  • Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized cosmetology services based on individual needs and preferences.
  • Developed strong rapport with clientele through consistent high-quality service, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Demonstrated high level of customer service to increase retention and satisfaction.
  • Implemented creative marketing strategies that attracted new clients while retaining existing ones.
  • Conducted thorough consultations with clients to assess their desired outcomes and develop customized treatment plans accordingly.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking product usage, reordering supplies as needed, and maintaining an organized workspace.
  • Maintained a clean and hygienic work environment by following strict sanitation guidelines and procedures.
  • Increased salon revenue by upselling additional treatments, products, and services to clients during appointments.
  • Stayed current with industry trends and techniques by attending workshops, trade shows, and continuing education courses.
  • Demonstrated exceptional time management skills by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing multiple clients simultaneously.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure a seamless and enjoyable customer experience for all salon clients.
  • Evaluated client needs and recommended treatments and strategy to achieve desired results while maintaining hair health.
  • Maintained regular client list and successfully handled walk-in customers.
  • Developed loyal following of clients by providing high-quality services.
  • Used social media platforms to promote salon and services.
  • Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
  • Offered professional cuts, color services and extensions to salon customers.
  • Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
  • Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.
  • Attended regular trainings and workshops to maintain cosmetology license and stay current on technique and skills.
  • Grew sales with great work ethic, individualized beauty care plans and positive attitude.
  • Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
  • Attended hair shows, classes and seminars to stay up-to-date on latest trends.

Education

No Degree - Cosmetology

Paul Mitchell Cosmetic Arts And Science
03-2003

High School Diploma -

Jamestown High School
Jamestown, NY
05-1986

Skills

  • Social skills
  • Friendly Communication
  • Active Listening
  • Licensed Cosmetologist
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Clear Communication
  • Hair Styling
  • Men and women haircuts
  • Customer Consultation
  • Professionalism and Ethics
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Client Consultations
  • Product Knowledge
  • Hair Coloring and Highlighting
  • Client Education
  • Decision-Making
  • Continuing education
  • Styling Tools
  • Waxing treatments
  • Trend Awareness
  • Cosmetology
  • Reflective listening
  • Sanitation maintenance
  • Selling and Upselling
  • Beard Trimming
  • Scalp treatments

Timeline

Cosmotologist

Sport Clips
08.2021 - Current

No Degree - Cosmetology

Paul Mitchell Cosmetic Arts And Science

High School Diploma -

Jamestown High School
Cynthia Olson