Creative and skilled hairstylist with significant experience in both salon and freelance settings. Possess strong proficiency in various hair styling techniques, color applications, and hair care procedures. Known for ability to establish trust with clients by understanding individual needs and offering personalized solutions. Consistently recognized for improving salon's customer satisfaction levels through excellent service delivery. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Hairstylist
Self-employed
Naperville, IL
10.2016 - 05.2025
Performed haircuts, color treatments, and styling techniques for diverse clients.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure client safety and comfort.
Managed appointment scheduling and client communications for efficient service delivery.
Developed loyal client relationships through personalized service and follow-up care.
Researched current trends to provide clients with modern hairstyle options.
Maintained cleanliness of work station by sanitizing tools and equipment between uses.
Provided consultations to clients about their desired hairstyle and hair care needs.
Developed relationships with new clients through referrals from existing customers.
Pre-booked future appointments to increase repeat business.
Tracked inventory of supplies used for styling services.
Hairstylist
Simply Hair Salon and Renewal Spa
Naperville, IL
06.2002 - 10.2016
Built rapport with clients to foster loyalty and repeat business.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstation and salon equipment.
Performed haircuts, coloring, and styling using various techniques and tools.
Consulted with clients to determine desired hairstyles and preferences.
Stayed updated on industry trends and techniques through research and training.
Provided exceptional customer service to enhance client experience and satisfaction.
Maintained cleanliness of work station by sanitizing tools and equipment between uses.
Provided consultations to clients about their desired hairstyle and hair care needs.
Educated clients on proper home hair care maintenance techniques.
Assisted other stylists with busy periods in the salon.
Developed relationships with new clients through referrals from existing customers.
Followed trends in hairstyling techniques to increase customer satisfaction and attract new demographics.
Pre-booked future appointments to increase repeat business.
Recommended treatment and styling products to customers to meet current needs or resolve specific concerns.
Cultivated strong value-added relationships with customers by delivering accurate service and product knowledge to drive earnings.
Pursued continuing education and training to stay up to date with new trends and techniques.
Education
Naperville North High School
Naperville
06-1992
Skills
Hair cutting
Coloring techniques
Styling techniques
Client consultations
Sanitation practices
Appointment scheduling
Customer service
Highly motivated self-starter
Customer education
Outstanding client retention
Detail-orientated
AZ licensed cosmetologist
About me
I enjoy traveling, being outdoors and spending time with family. I am semi retired, moved to a new state and wanting to try something new.