Julie Atkinson
Manchester
Summary
As a dedicated professional with over 20 years of experience as both the proprietor and nail technician of a successful nail and beauty salon. I have developed a comprehensive understanding of the beauty industry and a strong commitment to excellence. Throughout my career I have prioritized professional development and client satisfaction, and I believe these principles are essential in nurturing the next generation of Beauty professionals, which I now aspire to translate into an educational setting.
Recently, I achieved a certificate in education and a bachelor of science with honours in salon management. These qualifications have provided me with the solid foundation in teaching methodologies and the principles of effective learning. I am excited about having the opportunity of sharing my practical expertise and Industry insights with students, helping to bridge the gap between theoretical Concepts and real world applications.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work history
Proprietor of Mayfair nail salon. Nail technician
Self-employed
Whitefield, Greater Manchester
07.1994 - Current
- Business management: Expertise in managing day-to-day operations budgeting and Financial Planning.
- Team leadership: experience in hiring, training and mentoring staff to maintain high service standards.
- Delivering exceptional interpersonal and communication skills providing excellent customer service.
- Maintained stock levels with regular inventory checks.
- Created loyal customer base through outstanding services rendered.
- Laid out clear work schedules to maximise efficiency.
- Monitored market trends regularly, staying ahead of competition.
- Enforced ethical practices across all sectors of business operations.
- Implemented updated health and safety protocols, ensuring compliance.
- Developed long-term relationships with clients resulting in increased repeat business by offering exceptional customer service.
- Kept up-to-date with latest industry trends to provide modern styling advice to clients.
- Coordinated daily operations for smoother functionality.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the salon by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Trained team members in beauty principles and specific techniques.
- Booked and managed customer appointments
Education
Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Salon management
University of Salford
Manchester09.2023
Certificate in education - Teaching
University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield09.2022
NVQ Diploma in Advance Nail Techniques - Advanced Nail Techniques
National Health and Beauty Council
Manchester09.1995
NVQ Level 1, 2, 3 - Beauty
International Health and Beauty Council
Manchester09.1995
NVQ Level 1, 2,3 - Manicure, Pedicure.
International Health and Beauty Council
Manchester09.1994
Skills
- Professionalism
- Organisational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Effective communication
- Time-management
- Problem- solving
- Inventory monitoring
- Staff management
- Team building and training
- Leadership excellence
- Effective communication
- Customer service excellence
- Relationship-building
- Relationship Management
- Product knowledge
- Resilience under pressure
- Business administration
- Financial management
- Market analysis
- Marketing strategies
- Inventory monitoring
- Research and Development
- Bookkeeping
- Communication skills
Timeline
Proprietor of Mayfair nail salon. Nail technician
Self-employed
07.1994 - Current
Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Salon management
University of Salford
Certificate in education - Teaching
University of Huddersfield
NVQ Diploma in Advance Nail Techniques - Advanced Nail Techniques
National Health and Beauty Council
NVQ Level 1, 2, 3 - Beauty
International Health and Beauty Council
NVQ Level 1, 2,3 - Manicure, Pedicure.
International Health and Beauty Council
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