Tilkah
What I learned about myself...
My Placement Experience
- Fashion is where i want to be
- Inspiration from the people around me
Introduction to Tilkah
Upon my commencement: Introduced to the office and the head office staff
- Background of the business
- Expectations
Training on how to perform regular tasks
- Daily, Weekly and Monthly
Initial Expectations of me...
- Carry out my regular tasks, and assist with any other tasks or projects that required help
My Legacy...
Skills Developed
Small changes that will remain
Both Practical and Personal Skills
- Outlook & SVI
- Organisation
- Transaction tally
- Promotion Review Template
Running of a Small Business
- Planning
- KPIs
- Marketing & Social Media
The Business unit & My expectations
Tilkah traditionally have two separate internships: retail operations & PR/Marketing
- I completed a Hybrid of these
My initial expectations...
- Simple administration tasks
I soon learned...
- The small size of the Tilkah head office meant that interns are fully utilised
Successes & Failures
End Expectations...
Successes: Completing a set project unaided
Managing my time effectively
- Creating of a transaction tally graph
- My supervisors having confidence in my ability
- Completing tasks at my own pace but on schedule
Failures: Losing attention to detail
- Letting haste get in the way of thoroughness
Being a right hand to Area Manager, Nicole
Tilkah: Organisation Background
Accessories Label founded in 2003 by Natalie Sheezel
- 6 stores across Melbourne and Sydney, and an online store
- Distinctive and Unique store aesthetic