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Michael Smith

Lititz,PA

Summary

Dynamic licensed cosmetologist with a proven track record at Visage A Visage Day Spa & Salon, excelling in personalized hair services and client education. Renowned for exceptional social skills and a commitment to client satisfaction, I consistently enhance salon revenue through upselling and building lasting client relationships.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cosmetologist/Manager

Visage A Visage Day Spa & Salon At The Mansion
Lancaster, PA
11.2000 - 06.2025
  • Maintained a clean and hygienic work environment by following strict sanitation guidelines and procedures.
  • Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments, and created client service tickets.
  • Demonstrated high level of customer service to increase retention and satisfaction.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Demonstrated exceptional time management skills by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing multiple clients simultaneously.
  • Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure a seamless and enjoyable customer experience for all salon clients.
  • Educated clients on proper hair care techniques to promote healthier hair between appointments.
  • Contributed to the salon''s positive reputation through excellent customer service, attention to detail, and commitment to client satisfaction.
  • Stayed current with industry trends and techniques by attending workshops, trade shows, and continuing education courses.
  • Increased salon revenue by upselling additional treatments, products, and services to clients during appointments.
  • Developed strong rapport with clientele through consistent high-quality service, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Attended regular trainings and workshops to maintain cosmetology license and stay current on technique and skills.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking product usage, reordering supplies as needed, and maintaining an organized workspace.
  • Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
  • Grew sales with great work ethic, individualized beauty care plans and positive attitude.
  • 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.
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Skillfully executed various color applications including balayage techniques for natural-looking results that met client expectations.
  • Developed new techniques to improve appearance of customer and provide different looks.
  • Developed loyal customer base through exceptional service and follow-up, contributing to increased salon bookings.
  • Ensured compliance with all regulatory health and safety standards, preserving salon's reputation and client trust.
  • Maintained high standard of cleanliness and hygiene, ensuring safe and welcoming environment for clients.
  • Streamlined appointment scheduling, reducing wait times and improving overall client experience.
  • Conducted detailed client consultations to understand their style preferences, ensuring tailored services for each individual.
  • Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
  • Evaluated client needs and recommended treatments and strategy to achieve desired results while maintaining hair health.
  • Offered professional cuts and color services to salon customers.
  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of all salon products and services.
  • Maintained high number of return customers through precise cutting, coloring and styling of clients' hair.
  • Maintained regular client list and successfully handled walk-in customers.
  • Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
  • Developed loyal following of clients by providing high-quality services.
  • Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.

Cosmetologist

Aaron’s Hair Studio
Lancaster, PA
03.1998 - 11.2000

Performed hair services for all clients.

Cosmetologist

Randy Rick Hair Concepts
Ephrata, PA
04.1992 - 03.1998

Performed hair services for all clients.

Education

Cosmetologist - Cosmetology

Lancaster School of Cosmetology
Lancaster, PA
04.1992

Skills

  • Social skills
  • Friendly communication
  • Active listening
  • Licensed cosmetologist

Certification

Continued education from Wella International in latest color trends and product information.

Timeline

Cosmetologist/Manager

Visage A Visage Day Spa & Salon At The Mansion
11.2000 - 06.2025

Cosmetologist

Aaron’s Hair Studio
03.1998 - 11.2000

Cosmetologist

Randy Rick Hair Concepts
04.1992 - 03.1998

Cosmetologist - Cosmetology

Lancaster School of Cosmetology
Michael Smith