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Jeffrey Wicklander
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Jeffrey Wicklander

Barber
Northville,MI

Summary

Dynamic barber with a proven track record at Northville Barbers, excelling in precision haircutting and exceptional customer service. Renowned for building lasting client relationships and enhancing satisfaction through personalized grooming. A strong leader and quick learner, adept at adapting techniques to meet diverse needs while ensuring a clean and safe environment.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Barber

Northville Barbers
06.1998 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and hygienic work environment by regularly sanitizing tools, equipment, and workstations.
  • Developed long-lasting relationships with clients, resulting in a high rate of customer retention and loyalty.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls and scheduled appointments for clients.
  • Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
  • Continually honed personal barbering techniques to deliver consistent quality across all services provided to clients.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized haircuts and grooming services based on individual preferences.
  • Showcased excellent communication skills when consulting with clients about their desired looks or addressing any concerns they may have had during the service process.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when working with diverse clientele, employing various hair cutting and styling techniques to meet unique needs.
  • Maintained clean workstations throughout the day by adhering to rigorous sterilization protocols after each service provided.
  • Monitored inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were always on hand for seamless service provision.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere by engaging in friendly conversations with clients while respecting their personal boundaries during appointments.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by collaborating effectively with colleagues and actively participating in team meetings and training sessions.
  • Educated clients on proper grooming habits and recommended suitable products based on their needs, promoting healthier hair and scalp conditions.
  • Performed hot towel shaves with skillful technique, providing a relaxing experience for clients while minimizing skin irritation.
  • Mentored junior barbers, sharing best practices and fostering their professional growth.
  • Delivered expert beard trims, shaping facial hair according to client requests while maintaining symmetry and balance.
  • Stayed current with industry trends through ongoing education and training opportunities, enhancing the range of offered services.
  • Implemented new sanitation procedures for a cleaner and safer work environment for both employees and clients.
  • Showcased exceptional precision in performing various cutting techniques, resulting in high-quality haircuts tailored to individual preferences.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently and accurately, maintaining accurate records of sales data for end-of-day reconciliations.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing exceptional grooming services and personalized consultations.
  • Built a loyal customer base through excellent communication skills, industry knowledge, and attention to detail.
  • Styled hair according to customer preferences.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of latest industry trends, tools and techniques to meet diverse customer preferences.
  • Consulted with clients to assess personal style preferences and unique needs.
  • Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
  • Consistently received positive performance reviews from guests.
  • Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
  • Resolved guest complaints about service or style.
  • Managed business customer service, responding to requests and concerns promptly.
  • Monitored inventory and availability of supplies, tools and products to minimize delays.
  • Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
  • Kept shop neat, professional and welcoming to guests of different backgrounds.
  • Maintained regular client list and successfully handled walk-in customers.
  • Tracked changing trends for men, teens and boys to best serve core clientele.
  • Applied range of waxes, creams, gels and pomades to client hair to achieve style goals.
  • Completed full and partial shaves with clippers and standard and straight razors.
  • Offered clients variety of facial shaving services using both modern and traditional techniques.
  • Recorded weekly supply and inventory needs and made regular orders for replenishment.
  • Kept detailed records of customer information and services provided to increase return customers by [Number].
  • Cultivated reputation for excellent [Type] services and delivered top-quality results to clients.

Education

Master Barber - Barbering

Lansing Barber College
East Lansing, MI
05-1998

Skills

  • Quick learner
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer safety
  • Verbal communication strength
  • Strong leader
  • Precision haircutting
  • Clipper techniques
  • Opening and closing procedures
  • Clippers usage
  • Fade mastery
  • Safety procedures
  • Shears expertise
  • Hot shaves
  • Straight razor shaving
  • Bald fades
  • Beard trims
  • Cuts and fades
  • Regulatory compliance

Interests

Fly Fishing

Sporting Clays

Registered Trap Shooting

Precision Machining

Armorer

Design, Function,and Repair of Firearms

Theory of Gunsmithing AGI, MGS Trade School and SDI

Currently applying to Montgomery Community College Gunsmithing, along with Pine Tech in Minnesota for two degrees in 3 years Precision Machining and Gunsmithing, and lastly Pennsylvania Gunsmithing School in their Master Gunsmithing Program and in the order I have listed is my preference

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments

  • Improved quality of new hires by modernizing search strategies.
  • Served up to 30 clients per day.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 6 staff members.
  • Hired and trained 12 personnel over 20 years.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeInternship

Location Preference

On-Site

Additional Information

Hope to embark on a new journey at 49 and get into precision machining then into Gunsmithing for the love that I have for the trade.

Timeline

Barber

Northville Barbers
06.1998 - Current

Master Barber - Barbering

Lansing Barber College