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Work History
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Sydney Thygeson

Thief River Falls,MN

Summary

Proven leader with a track record of elevating team performance and achieving sales targets at Maurices. Skilled in team management and customer service, adept at problem-solving and fostering strong customer relationships. Demonstrated ability to exceed goals through effective store operations and merchandising strategies.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Leader

Maurices
10.2023 - Current
  • Optimized staff performance through regular evaluations, coaching sessions, and goal-setting initiatives.
  • Worked closely with district managers and corporate leaders on strategic planning initiatives and implemented action plans.
  • Planned optimal workflow through successful scheduling and task delegation.
  • Elevated team performance with motivational approach and excellent training abilities.
  • Maintained visual merchandising standards, ensuring an appealing store appearance that attracted customers.
  • Developed strong customer relationships by delivering exceptional service and personalized attention.
  • Achieved sales targets consistently by motivating team members and creating a positive work environment.

Bartender

The Wheel Bar
07.2013 - 11.2023
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Program Coordinator

Prairie Community Services
05.2019 - 10.2023
  • Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
  • Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
  • Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
  • Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.

Behavioral Health Technician

Sanford - Pathfinders
11.2017 - 03.2019
  • Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
  • Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
  • Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.

International Sales Representative

Digi-Key
11.2012 - 08.2014
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.

Lead Preschool Teacher

All About Kids
11.2009 - 10.2012
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Assisted and supervised 16 children through entire school day.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Northland Community And Technical College
Thief River Falls, MN
12.2016

Child Development Associates (CDA) -

North Dakota Resource And Referral
Grand Forks, ND
12.2010

Skills

  • Store safety
  • Store operations
  • Team Management
  • Promotions planning
  • Problem-Solving
  • Friendly and Positive
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Customer Service
  • Store Merchandising
  • Team Leadership
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Store Opening and Closing

Timeline

Store Leader

Maurices
10.2023 - Current

Program Coordinator

Prairie Community Services
05.2019 - 10.2023

Behavioral Health Technician

Sanford - Pathfinders
11.2017 - 03.2019

Bartender

The Wheel Bar
07.2013 - 11.2023

International Sales Representative

Digi-Key
11.2012 - 08.2014

Lead Preschool Teacher

All About Kids
11.2009 - 10.2012

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Northland Community And Technical College

Child Development Associates (CDA) -

North Dakota Resource And Referral
Sydney Thygeson