About Andy Expertise I can help prepare candidates for job interviews; assist in discussing problems with your supervisors or peers; help in creating a resume that gets results; answer general work related questions.
Experience I have been in a management leadership role for the past 30 years. I have extensive knowledge re: the interview process, problem solving, team building, communcation with executive management, company mergers, downsizing, outsourcing of jobs, project management, disaster recovery, office politics, management consulting, business ethics,career changes, job relocation to another part of the country & becoming an agent for change within a corporation.
Question The resume was very nice. I wanted to wait until you had a chance to enjoy the holidays before bothering you about taking you up on your offer on the cover memo. I need to get something as soon as possible as my husband's company is going under a lot sooner than anticipated. This once family-friendly, tight-knit company just might change the locks the next day to save money because the home industry is so bad in this area. They have wanted to retire but they were going to let their son's and my husband to take over but they now beleive it will be a huge loss every day they are in business. They have however sworn to everyone that they would stay in business until the end of May so that they will have a chance to get on their feet, but you know how that goes.
That is why I need benefits along with some flexibility. The flexibility is for the doctor visits I take my daughter to every week for her condition. My husband has no clue what to do with that. Anything you have been helping me with is such appreciated. Thank you.
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Thank you so much for responding and so quickly. Especially at a time like this when things look so bleak.
I have an old resume I have pulled and I was trying to pool together the current skills I now so I may have something worth the paper I put it on. Sending the old resume wouldn't be very helpful since it is outdated but I can give you all the highlights that can give us something to work with.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
1996 - 2006 Gibson Brokers & Assoc., Inc. Englewood, OH
Marketing Consultant
*Developed and Implemented a Direc response marketing system
*Increased agents sales volume by 100% to 400%
*Set up a marketing system to run skill free
1997 - 1999 T & S Constructing, Inc. Huber Heights, OH
Comptroller
1992 - 1996 Metropolitan Property & Casualty Dayton, Oh
Sr. Underwriter/Sales Manager
*Assess the risk of property & casualty business
*Managed sales representatives in thirty-nine states
*Developed and implemented new marketing systems
1990 - 1992 The GAP Dayton, OH
Sr. Sales Associate/Display Manager
*Assist Manager in everyday operations
*Contribute to revenue goals for each month
*Assisted customers with sales
1989 - 1990 Barbara M. Bailey, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Sr. Assistant
*Paralegal preparations regarding domestic law
*(helped her prepare cases for court)
*(did all computer filings and upcoming hearings and schedulings)
EDUCATION:
1989 - 1992 Wright State University Dayton, OH
B.S.B. in Accounting and in Marketing
1987 - 1989 Broward Community College Coconut Creek, FL
A.A, in Business Administration
1986 Coral Springs High School Coral Springs, FL
Graduate
ACCREDIATIONS:
First place Future Business Leaders of American Florida
President Clerical Business Education/Future Business of American
National Association of Realtors
Ohio Association of Realtors
COMPUTERS SKILLS:
Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, Access and Power Point. Microsoft 98. HTML, Website Internet Search Engines and Director Listings.
(I am very quick learner with computer just need to be shown once)
that's the highlights. It just needs a really good tweaking. I might even be able to add more about me but not sure what to say being out of the market and all. My biggest dream would be to do something creative but you know beggars can't be choosers. I would really like to eventually like to start a internet clothing company that I think would be revolutionary but you need money to make money. So that'll have to wait. Thanks for all your help.
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I have not been in the "job industry" for awhile persee. I have been doing real estate while raising my two children for the last 7 years. I really need a job that has benefits but I would really like something that would allow me to telecommute so I could stay with my children because my children have health problems. One has Tourettes and the other is unfortunately very sickly and may have to be hospitalized. Both my husband and myself are in the housing industry which has been hit very hard by the economy in the area where we live which is why I must change industries while he reevaluates his situation. So I need a resume that kills. What would I put in the area so that it would make me look more marketable and where would I look for telecommuting jobs so I'm not being scammed? Time is of the essence.
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Dear Cynthian,
Whew! This is a tough one…..a job that allows you to work from home while also receiving benefits. Let’s address this from the top….the resume.
If you wish you can send me a copy of your current resume & I can attempt to “punch” it up a bit so it is a killer. If you don’t currently have a resume, you’ll need to tell me a little about your skills & we’ll put one together.
Secondly, we have to find a job that provides benefits & allows you to work from home. The first job that comes to mind is doing Medical Transcriptions which will require you to take a 2 day class to get, for the lack of a better word, certified. This will take some legwork on your part to find a company in your area that needs people with this skill. Calling hospitals or doctor offices can possibly put you on the right track.
In the technology industry, programmers are allowed to telecommute but it is a tough skill to acquire & not something that you can quickly achieve. However, many companies are now allowing their Customer Service reps to work from home. This would first involve you getting trained by the company which would probably be a 3 to 4 week program. You would then use your home PC to log into the company’s website/system & respond to customer requests or problems based on the training you received. Companies that hire people to work from home include major hotels chains, airlines, DELL, General Electric, Office Depot, Staples & some non-profit organizations. You must, must, must avoid work from home scams that ask you for any kind of fee paid upfront.
Some companies may hire you as an independent contractor & although they would not provide you benefits at first, it would allow you to get your foot in the door. The West Corporation does this through a subsidiary called West At Home.
Working Mother Magazine lists companies that are “family friendly” & understand the need for flexibility in the workplace. Go to www.workingmother.com & you’ll see a list of companies that meet your immediate need.
Cynthian, I hope I’ve been able to give you a few ideas & I repeat my offer to help you put together a killer resume. I wish you the best of luck in whatever avenue you choose. Please let me know if I can assist you further. When time permits, I would appreciate it if you would fill out the allexperts.com questionnaire.
Regards,
Andy
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Hi Cynthia,
I've attached your "tweaked" resume below, so please let me know if this is in the ballpark for what you want. If it is, I'll work with you to tailor a cover memo explaining your desire to change careers while also highlighting the very marketable skills you've acquired in your work history. Look forward to your response.
Andy
Objective: Experienced professional seeking to leverage extensive business background.
Extremely motivated in changing career & becoming a productive addition to a
profitable organization.
. Designed, developed & implemented a customer driven Direct Response Marketing System allowing potential buyers to communicate their real estate needs thusly providing our company a competitive edge.
. Worked directly with sales agents to increase sales & improve service provided to customers. Implemented innovative sales techniques resulting in a 300% increase in sales.
. Developed & implemented an internal marketing system to enhance employee skills. Provided direction & training to subordinates.
. Collected, analyzed & prepared marketing strategy to improve company profitability & company service. Developed & adopted methods of analyzing proposed real estate projects.
. Discussed the method of sales, presentation of the property, costs & inspection times with customers. Listed the details of available property & arrange for the advertising properties. Arrange for financing & insurance as an added customer benefit.
Comptroller, T&S Constructing, Inc Huber Heights, OH 1997-1999
. Planned, organized, directed & controlled the accounting as well as the financial operational results. Compared results with operating plan & budget. Created financial reports & interpretation of the operational results.
. Forecasted long & short range cash requirements & obligations. Monitored credit & collection operations to ensure cash flow results.
. Assured protection of company assets through internal controls, quarterly audits & insurance coverage. Established & implemented a sound operational & organizational plan in direct support of the annual business plan.
. Managed sales representatives in 39 states. Provided underwriting advice & answered questions from team members & customers. Provided recommendations on individual & group insurance plan designs.
. Reviewed individual & group applications for automobile, fire, health, liability, property, life & other insurance. Evaluated new & renewal applications to determine insurance risk, premiums, extent of insurance coverage & other conditions.
. Adjusted insurance premiums coverage or risk itself in order to make acceptance of new & renewal applications possible.
. Approved sale of insurance & ensured compliance of governmental requirements.
Cynthia, I know you have further work history with The Gap & as a paralegal but I think at this point we don’t want this to go 3 pages long & we should really highlight your education, accreditations & computer skills.
EDUCATION: EDUCATION:
1989 - 1992 Wright State University Dayton, OH
B.S.B. in Accounting and in Marketing
1987 - 1989 Broward Community College Coconut Creek, FL
A.A, in Business Administration
1986 Coral Springs High School Coral Springs, FL
Graduate
ACCREDIATIONS:
First place Future Business Leaders of American Florida
President Clerical Business Education/Future Business of American
National Association of Realtors
Ohio Association of Realtors
COMPUTERS SKILLS:
Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, Access and Power Point, HTML,
Website Internet Search Engines and Director Listings.
Answer Hi Cynthia,
Sorry to hear things are deteriorating faster than expected. I know that working from home with benefits was your first choice but now it appears finding a job anywhere with benefits has become the priority. Forgive me if I have mis-stated the situation.
I’ve been thinking about your situation/your skill sets & know they are very marketable. I did a quick search on careerbuilder.com using your zip code using the keywords “office manager” & came up with 67 jobs within 10 miles of your zip code. Some of course would not be a good fit for you but there are positions like:
Division Manager II for Champion Windows—they are looking for someone to build their sales & installation office. Some Manager position have the customary 90 day waiting period waived for insurance.
National Register has a Sales position that allows you to use your home as a “virtual office.”
Office Team has a position for a Staffing Manager.
Fifth Third Bank has a Customer Service Rep position & a Commercial Credit Analyst.
Verizon Wireless is looking for an Assistant Store Manager.
This was just a quick search & I’m sure you can find some more specific jobs in your area. You’d be surprised that most companies are very understanding about Dr. Appts especially if they can land a great candidate like yourself. Each of the positions noted above can use one or more of your skills. If you need help in searching, just let me know.
Below you’ll find a sample cover memo that you may want to consider using. I hope it is close to what you were expecting. Please let me know if I can assist further. Please let me know how everything turns out. I can be reached at afay1@comcast.net. I’m in Lighthouse Point, Fl which isn’t far from your old neck of the woods, Coral Springs.
I wish you the best of luck in your job search & good wishes for a happy & healthy 2007. When time permits, I would appreciate it if you would complete the allexperts.com questionnaire. Best of luck to you & your family.
Regards,
Andy
PS…tell the hubby to keep his chin up as well. You guys will get through this difficult time together.
Date
Dear XXXX (It’s always great if you know the name of the Hiring Manager but if you don’t have the name, I’d use something like Dear Human Resources)
I recently saw your open position for a XXXXX & have respectfully submitted my resume for your review.
Although I have spent the last 10 years as a Marketing Consultant in the Real Estate industry, the skills I possess are easily transferable to other industries. I am computer literate utilizing the Microsoft Office product line, managed teams & large involved projects, written processes and procedures to improve service provided to customers as well as improving the bottom line.
I understand how to properly utilize the tools available to gather data & properly prepare the significant information for executive review. I possess exceptional customer service skills & have the ability to closely listen to the needs of customers. I am very familiar with the insurance & finance arenas & have acted as the controller for a construction firm. My B.S.B degree in Accounting & Marketing has served me well over the years & I’ve gained valuable business experience.
I am confident that if given the opportunity to join your organization, I would be an excellent addition to your team. I can be reached at 937-264-1678 or by email at Gibsonfamily01@yahoo.com. I am extremely interested in your open position & hope to hear from you at your earliest convenience.
