Jessie Gjerdahl
Dulut,MN
Summary
Confident Master Cosmetologist creating welcoming environment to help every individual feel pampered. Talented professional catering to client needs through effective communication and active listening skills. Promoting knowledge in all latest hair and skincare trends.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Stylist
Cost Cutters
Duluth, MN
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on individual customer needs and preferences.
- Helped clients achieve desired looks for routine wear and special events by crafting ideal hair strategies.
- Trained salon staff in traditional and innovative hair cutting techniques and salon management.
- Created memorable customer experiences by including special services such as head and neck massages during appointments.
Senior Stylist
Bam Style
Duluth, MN
06.2013 - 10.2017
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on individual customer needs and preferences.
- Suggested treatments and styles to suit customers’ appearance and desired look.
- Increased salon profit by 15% through upselling Moroccan Oil, Bumble & Bumble, Kerastase hair care products and providing personalized care for return visitors.
- Increased return customers by 20% through cutting, coloring and styling clients’ hair with precision.
Salon Owner
Jessie's Mainline Salon
Proctor, MN
01.2004 - 12.2012
- Oversaw daily salon operations and performed general salon tasks.
- Promoted salon-exclusive products to increase retail sales.
- Maintained daily, monthly and quarterly records of costs and revenue.
- Arranged for regular maintenance services for all beauty equipment.
- Managed all front desk tasks, including the maintenance of client records and lab data.
- Worked with clients of all types to increase profile and status through effective styling.
Education
Cosmetology Education
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical Institute
Superior, WI2001
Skills
- Trend expert
- Relationship building and management
- Texturizing services specialist
- Highlights and lowlights
- Outstanding client retention
- Hair maintenance expert
Timeline
Stylist
Cost Cutters
10.2017 - 09.2018
Senior Stylist
Bam Style
06.2013 - 10.2017
Salon Owner
Jessie's Mainline Salon
01.2004 - 12.2012
Cosmetology Education
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical Institute