Proven leader with extensive experience in enhancing operational efficiency and productivity at Painted to a "T". Skilled in sales management and customer relations, adept at building meaningful relationships and driving revenue growth. Excelled in mentoring and event organization, demonstrating a commitment to service leadership and teamwork. Achieved significant market positioning by leveraging industry insights and innovative business strategies.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Painted to a "T"
09.2017 - Current
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
Handled problematic customers and clients to maintain excellent customer service.
Created exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Managed day-to-day business operations
Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs
Homemaker
Self-employed
05.2002 - Current
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
Customer Service Representative
Urban Rebel Designs
09.2018 - 02.2020
Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
Optimized customer support by establishing collaborative service environments through targeted operational initiatives.
Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by mopping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
Office Manager
Zip and Ship
11.2009 - 05.2011
Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Receptionist
Janet Montgomery Insurance Agency
06.2008 - 11.2009
Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
Operated multi-line telephone system to answer and direct high volume of calls.
Handled incoming and outgoing package deliveries, working with vendors to complete special requests and track missing packages.
Sorted, received, and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.
Routed incoming mail and messages to relevant personnel without delay.
Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
Assisted internal staff with clerical and administrative needs to maximize efficiency and team productivity.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Kotke
09.2000 - 05.2002
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
Dental Assistant
Dr. Parks
08.1998 - 04.2000
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 5-8 procedures daily.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
Education
GED -
San Juan College
Farmington, NM
05.1999
Skills
Sales management
Customer Relations
Event Organization- planned and oversaw activities and events as a small business owner and as activities director for the Flora Vista Relief Society Auxiliary
Activity Planning - operated within a set budget to plan and execute weekly activities for 12-30 young women
Mentoring and Coaching- stressed positivity, self worth, and overcoming challenges to young women age 12-18
Teamwork and Collaboration- emphasized the value of working together, and being open to the ideas of others
Relationship Building- helped to establish bonds and trust by focusing on shared experiences and common ground and prioritizing them over individual differences
Service Leadership- assisted others in seeing the importance of serving others and giving back to the community