Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Misty Olfers

Barnes & Noble
Princeton,Tx
1
Certification
25
years of professional experience

Professional bookselling expert with track record of assisting customers and curating book selections to meet diverse needs. Known for fostering collaborative team environment and consistently achieving sales targets. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring optimal customer satisfaction and effective store operations.

Experienced with understanding customer preferences and providing personalized book recommendations. Utilizes strong communication skills to engage with customers and enhance their shopping experience. Knowledge of inventory management and store display techniques to boost sales.

Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with background in engaging customers and recommending literature based on their interests. Successfully created inviting store displays and contributed to increased sales. Demonstrated excellent communication and organizational skills.

Work History

Bookseller

4 Months
Barnes & Noble | 04.2026 - Current
  • Provided exceptional customer service, assisting patrons with book selections and inquiries.
  • Managed inventory, ensuring accurate stock levels and product displays throughout the store.
  • Trained new staff on operational procedures, enhancing team efficiency and customer engagement.
  • Developed promotional displays, increasing visibility of featured titles and seasonal offerings.
  • Managed cash register transactions accurately, ensuring proper handling of financial transactions and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with management to create eye-catching displays that showcased popular titles or themes, increasing visibility for featured books.
  • Assisted customers in locating desired titles, resulting in repeat business and positive feedback.
  • Assisted customers with locating books and other materials in store.
  • Maintained well-stocked inventory of books, magazines and literary merchandise for customer needs.
  • Contributed to a welcoming store atmosphere by engaging with customers and sharing personal insights on various titles.

Customer Service research analyst

14 Years 1 Month
Cigna Healthcare | 01.2012 - 02.2026
  • Contact # 800-244-6224
  • Reason for leaving: Laid off
  • Resolved customer inquiries through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.
  • Managed high-volume calls while maintaining accuracy in order processing and service delivery.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced service efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and reduce response times.

Dental Assistant Specialist

10 Years 9 Months
Pediatric Dental Specialist | 08.2001 - 05.2012
  • (903)892-1200
  • Provided chairside assistance during dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and procedural efficiency.
  • Managed sterilization processes for instruments, maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices, fostering improved health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
  • Assisted in developing patient treatment plans, collaborating with dentists to optimize care strategies.
  • Trained new staff on office protocols and best practices, enhancing team performance and workflow efficiency.
  • Streamlined appointment scheduling system, reducing wait times and improving patient flow in clinic operations.
  • Conducted follow-up calls with patients post-treatment to assess satisfaction and address any concerns promptly.
  • Ensured smooth daily operations by effectively coordinating appointments and managing the front desk when needed.
  • Assisted dentists with complex dental procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Reduced appointment cancellations through diligent follow-up calls reminding patients of upcoming visits.

Education

Diploma - Basic studies

Sherman High School | Sherman, TX | 01.1992

Certified Dental Assistant - Dental Assisting

Grayson College | Denison, TX | 01.1995

Skills

Product recommendations
Reading comprehension
Book categorization
Store organization
Creative thinking
Friendly and helpful
Honest and dependable
Attention to detail
Customer service
Team cooperation
Organization

Certification

RDA, Nitrous, Sealants, Coronal Polishing.

Timeline

Bookseller

Barnes & Noble
04.2026 - CurrentRead More

Customer Service research analyst

Cigna Healthcare
01.2012 - 02.2026Read More

Dental Assistant Specialist

Pediatric Dental Specialist
08.2001 - 05.2012Read More

Sherman High School

Diploma from Basic studies
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Grayson College

Certified Dental Assistant from Dental Assisting
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Misty Olfers