Experience

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  Ida's Writing Service

  • Freelance Writer

    • Nov 2009 - Present

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  Freelance Writer and Editor; self employed

  • Writer

    • Nov 2005 - Present

    I write articles and other copy for business professionals

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  Walmart

  • Walmart Associate

    • Nov 2006 - Feb 2009

    -655-1175I started as a sales associate and 8 months later I was assigned as Department Manager of Pets and Furniture. A few months later I was reassigned as Department manager of Domestics and retained Furniture as well. I made some quality changes in these departments that made positive improvements for the store. I left that position to work as a dog trainer.

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  Amarillo Glass Mirror and Screen

  • Co-Owner

    • Aug 2005 - Nov 2006

    This is my husbands business. I set appointments with customers, help with measurements and ordering products as well as help with installation. I also handle customer service of varying kinds. I still do that from time to time as the need arises.

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  Small Steps Christian Child Care

  • Director

    • May 2004 - Aug 2005

    I was the Director of the Child Care Center. I approached the Pastor of the Church (New Fellowship Baptist Church) and he agreed to open a Day Care Center there and I was in charge of the planning and organizing all aspects of setting up the Center. I wrote the plan of operation as well as the hand book. I met with CPS to be sure that the Center met regulations. I met with parents and enrolled their children for care in our facility. I handled all aspects of the center including hands on child care, personnel, and payroll.

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  Burger Supreme

  • Owner

    • Jan 1976 - Dec 1987

    I was owner and operator of a small fast food restaurant. I handled all aspects of the business, including all preparation of the food. I cleaned and cooked and did customer service. I handled personnel and payroll. I sold the business to be more readily available to my family.