Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Lydia Backen

Marion,IA

Summary

Dynamic entrepreneur with a proven track record in product development and customer service. Successfully launched diverse product lines and established strategic partnerships, enhancing market reach. As a babysitter, utilized innovative strategies to foster children's development and resolve conflicts, demonstrating sound judgment and adaptability in various environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Entrepreneur

Self-employeed
10.2023 - Current
  • Created and designed Watercolor Artwork.
  • Successfully secured producers to transpose artwork into art prints, calenders, stickers and greeting cards.
  • Established partnerships with vendors and stakeholders to expand service offerings and market reach.
  • Set up shop at Farmers Markets, Craft Shows and local Entrepreneur Fairs.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with exceptional project management skills and timely delivery of products and services.
  • Launched new product lines successfully through comprehensive planning, strategy and research.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by adapting business strategies quickly in response to changing market dynamics.
  • Successfully tracked inventory.


Babysitter/In-Home Nanny

Shawna Burkhardt
05.2020 - Current
  • Supervised children's daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement throughout care periods.
  • Developed personalized educational activities to promote cognitive and social development in children.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress, behavior, and needs during care sessions.
  • Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
  • Organized recreational activities that fostered creativity and physical activity among children in care.
  • Adapted quickly to changing situations, demonstrating flexibility in handling unexpected challenges during care.

Education

General Studies

Homeschool
Marion, IA
05-2025

Skills

  • Strategic thinking
  • Entrepreneurial personality
  • Innovative mindset
  • Customer service
  • Product development
  • Sound judgment
  • Cost reduction

Timeline

Entrepreneur

Self-employeed
10.2023 - Current

Babysitter/In-Home Nanny

Shawna Burkhardt
05.2020 - Current

General Studies

Homeschool
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