Chapter 2- Professional Development Flashcards
Statistics
Population statistics are very promising for skin care industry, the babies born in the late 1940s and early 1960s are entering their forties and fifties and today they represent largest segment of the population. Clients will have common signs of aging. (Wrinkles, fine line)
Stay Informed
Skin care profession is a thriving industry that is growing faster than many other service industries. Stay informed about new products, services and technologies.
Goal
Desired objective that helps you focus and helps define what path your career will take.
How can you establish a long-range goal?
- Write down your long-range goal.
- Find someone who has accomplished similar goal and discuss obstacles.
- Make commitment to yourself to dedicate your actions.
How can you establish a long-range goal?
- Write down your long-range goal.
- Find someone who has accomplished similar goal and discuss obstacles.
- Make commitment to yourself to dedicate your actions.
Short-range goal
Immediate activities undertake within a year.
Create a plan
Specific objectives and tasks, Budget, alternate plan.
Review goals
Revise or change goals if no longer reflecting on personal or professional life.
Successful business strategies
Define goals, Plan ahead, Keep an open mind, Continue to learn.
Resume
1-2 pages that outline and list your educational history, work experience, additional skills and achievements.
Resume Components
Personal data, educational background, additional training, previous employment, special skills or areas, awards, references, interests, objectives in seeking position.
Cover Letters
Personality piece introducing you, summary of why, description of skills and qualities, necessary companion to resume.
When interviewing…
Make eye contact, smile, shake hands, be positive, listen and ask questions.
Personal Appearance
Professional attire, Closed toed shoes, simple jewelry, neutral colors, conservative make up and simple hair style.
Application process includes?
Name, address, phone number, school information, career related trainings, languages and references.
Punctuality
Allow extra time for any delays, arrive on time and confirm appointment a day ahead of time.
Personal Qualities
Sincerity, honesty, enthusiastic, loyal, good worker and team spirit, flexibility and punctuality, organization and efficency.
Work environment
Physical surroundings, “vibe” of workplace, type of clientele and responsibilities.
Job Benefits
Salary/ commission, sales commission, paid holidays and vacations, Paid sick days, insurance benefits, retirement plan, opportunities for travel, advancement, promotions, educational seminars/ events and guest speaking.
Performance review
Occur at predetermined intervals, capitalize on strengths, offer constructive feedback on ways to improve.
Networking
Developing relationships with individuals who can put you in contact with potential customers or employers.
Client relationships
Customer service, personal attention to the needs of the client.
Staff relationships
Depend on strong “team” approach.
Communication
Express ideas, thoughts and feeling.
Sharing knowledge
Getting input from someone you trust, advice.
Common goals
Personal goals for day, month or year within each team member.
Helping others
Sense of togetherness and friendship that creates a bond within a team.
Marketing
Creating awareness of a product or service, usually striking an emotional chord in the buyer.
Word-of-mouth advertising/ referrals
Most effective way to build clientele.
Business Cards
Company logo, name, address, phone number. Hand out to clients.
Rebooking
Taking initiative to assist clients in maintaining regular appointments and to secure time for their scheduled needs.
Promotional Literature
Flyers, newsletters, postcards, itemized service costs, accurate description of services., and describe benefits and recommended maintenance.