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Marla Washburn

Blue Mound,IL

Summary

Results-driven professional with 35+ years of experience in the hair care industry. Proven ability to quickly assess customer needs and provide on-trend recommendations. Exceptional record-keeping and organizational skills. Thrives in a salon-based atmosphere. Expert in building positive client relationships and encouraging clients to achieve personal goals.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Contractor/Stylist

Self-Employed
Decatur, IL
01.2009 - Current

Contracted at Primrose Retirement Community, Decatur, IL.

I provide hair care and life enrichment to clients every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. I service a clientele that consists of senior citizens, with ages ranging from 65 to 106. Ensuring that my clients look and feel good about themselves is my goal and passion.

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Owner/Operator/Independent Contractor/Stylist

Self-Employed
Blue Mound, IL
08.2002 - Current

Owner/Operator of The Cutting Room hair salon (home business)~ Blue Mound, IL

State of Illinois Cosmetology License number: 011220127

From a home-based salon business, travel occurs 3 days out of the week to one other location where I hold an independent contract. Hair care is provided at home to clientele that ranges in age from 1-100.

At both locations, these following standards are observed and practiced.
*An Evaluation of each client to determine their goals.
*Collaborates with clients of all types to increase profile and status through effective styling.
*Staying up to date on current trends through continuing education.
*Recommend products and treatments to customers to meet current needs or resolve specific concerns.
*Keep notes listing preferences and services provided to clients for quick reference.

*Keep detailed records of payments to maintain 100% accuracy in daily finances.
*Collect payment and schedule next appointment to promote recurring visits
*Protect from infection and disease by regularly cleaning and sanitizing tools, equipment, and work surfaces.

Independent Contractor/Stylist

Self-Employed
Moweaqua, IL
10.2018 - 07.2021

Contracted at Moweaqua Nursing Home-Moweaqua, IL

Delivered comprehensive hair and personal care support to a broad range of clients of different ages, genders, as well as differing mental and physical capabilities.

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Independent Contractor/Stylist

Self-Employed
Decatur, IL
01.2015 - 06.2019

Contracted at Lincolnshire Place, a Memory Care Facility, in Decatur

Memory impairment including Alzheimer's and dementia, providing regular hair care services.

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Business Office Assistant

Smith Farms Trucking
Blue Mound, IL
01.2017 - 05.2018
  • Organized and filed documents related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and other business transactions.

Stylist

Self-Employed
Taylorville, IL
08.1988 - 05.1998

Talisman Styling Salon-Taylorville, IL

Self-Employed Stylist

Rendered hair services while collaborating with other salon stylists by managing client calls, reserving appointments, making financial transactions, product sales and recording inventory lists.

Education

License of Cosmetology - Cosmetology

Chrysler Beauty Academy
Taylorville, IL
1988

did not complete a degree - Cosmetology

Lake Victoria Academy of Beauty
Springfield, IL

Skills

  • Client Relationship Building
  • Prioritization Skills
  • File Organization and Record Management
  • Clear Interpersonal Communication
  • Inventory Management
  • Efficient Task Management
  • Responsive to Scheduling Needs
  • Efficient Learner
  • Meticulous Attention to Detail

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Independent Contractor/Stylist

Self-Employed
10.2018 - 07.2021

Business Office Assistant

Smith Farms Trucking
01.2017 - 05.2018

Independent Contractor/Stylist

Self-Employed
01.2015 - 06.2019

Independent Contractor/Stylist

Self-Employed
01.2009 - Current

Owner/Operator/Independent Contractor/Stylist

Self-Employed
08.2002 - Current

Stylist

Self-Employed
08.1988 - 05.1998

License of Cosmetology - Cosmetology

Chrysler Beauty Academy

did not complete a degree - Cosmetology

Lake Victoria Academy of Beauty
Marla Washburn