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Taylor Ripke

Storm Lake,IA

Summary

Upbeat, hard working, customer-focused Sales Associate with several years of experience in retail environments. Flexible and approachable, with strong organizational, and time management skills. Delivers memorable guest experience through welcoming interactions and extensive product knowledge.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Associate

Sugar Bowl Gift Shop
Storm Lake, IA
08.2022 - Current
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies, and security practices.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.

Licensed CNA

Iowa Central Community College
Storm Lake, IA
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Gained knowledge through class about what a CNA does
  • Working experience at Methodist Manor during class

Internship at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center

BVRMC
Storm Lake, IA
08.2023 - 08.2023
  • Week-long internship that helped me gain experience with different departments in a hospital setting

Education

High School Diploma -

Storm Lake High School
Storm Lake, IA
05-2024

Skills

  • Goal-Oriented
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Listening Skills
  • Relationship Building
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Time Management
  • Positive and professional
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Reliable and punctual

Certification

Licensed CNA

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Licensed CNA

Iowa Central Community College
11.2023 - 02.2024

Internship at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center

BVRMC
08.2023 - 08.2023

Sales Associate

Sugar Bowl Gift Shop
08.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Storm Lake High School
Taylor Ripke