Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
LANGUAGES
Awards
Timeline
SalesAssociate

Mia Taljaard

Lexington,SC

Summary

Energetic and personable individual with a strong aptitude for roles that prioritize customer interaction and relationship building. Possessing a solid grasp of sales principles and customer service techniques, I leverage my effective communication and organizational skills to consistently achieve exceptional results. My primary objective is to drive positive customer experiences and consistently meet or exceed sales targets.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Ulta
09.2024 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.

Recreational and team Coach

Envi gymnastics
11.2023 - 08.2024
  • Coaching ages 3 -16 years
  • Ensured safety of all participants through strict adherence to gym rules, equipment maintenance, and proper spotting techniques.
  • Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
  • Coordinated with other instructors and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
  • Boosted gymnasts'' confidence levels by offering constructive feedback and personalized support.
  • Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement.
  • Instructed individual and group classes to customize needs and emphasize proper technique and safety.
  • Cultivated a positive team environment by promoting sportsmanship, camaraderie, and mutual respect among athletes.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve technique and performance.
  • Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open lines of communication regarding athlete development both in and out of the gym setting.
  • Developed and implemented new drills and activities to increase student engagement and growth.
  • Updated parents on their child''s progress through regular communication channels such as email updates or parent-teacher conferences.
  • Evaluated gymnasts'' progress through regular assessments, adjusting training plans accordingly for optimal results.
  • Prepared athletes for competitions by conducting focused drills, mock meets, or other simulation exercises prior to the event date.

Waitress

Luces
05.2021 - 06.2021


  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.

Education

GED -

Lexington One Adult Education
Lexington, SC
04.2023

Skills

  • Service Excellence
  • Effective Communication
  • Food Distribution
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Deadline-Driven Time Management
  • Team Collaboration

LANGUAGES

English
Afrikaans

Awards

Honor Roll7 years in a row, 3 Time Indiana State voice champion, Indiana State rhythmic gymnastics champion

Timeline

Sales Associate

Ulta
09.2024 - Current

Recreational and team Coach

Envi gymnastics
11.2023 - 08.2024

Waitress

Luces
05.2021 - 06.2021

GED -

Lexington One Adult Education
Mia Taljaard