DropDrop Studios

September 2016 - December 2016

Intern

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I was tasked with learning the entire process and workflow by which the company operates and performing a gap analysis, to determine where the holes are and how to streamline productivity. Through some significant research, a lengthy interview process, and sifting through pages upon pages of notes, I managed to complete the task and provide some insight toward methods to ease communication and workload. I learned a lot about the way small businesses function, the amount of teamwork and accountability within such a tight knit team, and how to navigate the workplace with interpersonal relations throughout the hierarchy.

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Anna's House

August 2014 - August 2016

Cashier / Host / Food Runner / Server

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Through dedication, patience, and kind persistence I have managed to work my way up the job scale, and learned the perks and challenges that come with each different position. I have come to know quite intimately that there are no little jobs in the food service industry, and each person serves a specific purpose and only through cooperation and selflessness can we operate at peak level. My experiences here have taught me that not only is attitude everything, but it is a game changer completely. I have seen negative attitudes bring the energy of the whole staff down, and it has led to negative repercussions. I have also seen smiles and teamwork bring the entire team closer as a family as we share in milestones, stories, and well wishes for those who have left to pursue new opportunities to further their journey in life. 

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Old Chicago - Kentwood

August 2015 - February 2016

Server 

During my time spent here, I learned the difficulties of balancing full time school, two jobs, relationships, and the rest of life's challenges, and how to adapt to such a large workload. My time here taught me that sometimes people don't know what they want out of life, and have no idea what to do about it. I began to appreciate every single person who I came into contact with, and met several people who were in the United States for the first time. I managed to serve a delightful gentleman his first meal on the continent. We are all wandering through life, coming into contact with strangers on a daily basis. It is always beneficial to be kind to people no matter what.

 

 

 

Barden Plater - Lacks Enterprise

May 2013 - August 2013

Racker

This job was full time factory work, standing and running around for eight or more hours, often up to six days a week. Working here taught me that 'hot' is a matter of perspective after working in heat reaching over 100 degrees near hot machinery in the middle of summer. I also gained a large amount of perspective, specifically in regards to the interconnectedness in our mainstream society, and just how much effort goes into making and mass producing any product or raw material out there. I also learned the importance of endurance and a positive attitude, especially when the heat tended to make everyone cranky and irritable.