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Balagopal Rush

Gainesville,FL

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in managing food distribution programs and door-to-door sales. Successfully led operations for a large-scale program serving over 1,000 people daily, handling logistics, volunteer management, and problem-solving with efficiency. Demonstrated excellent communication and leadership skills, ensuring smooth program execution and strong community relationships.

Proven track record in sales with expertise in door-to-door strategies, from prospecting to closing deals. Skilled in effectively communicating product benefits and managing time to achieve high customer acquisition rates.

Brings adaptability and enthusiasm to new challenges, ready to apply skills in program management and sales to make a meaningful impact.

Enthusiastic Sales and Customer Service professional with expertise in communication and negotiating. Driven to provide superior quality customer service. Innovative in leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services as well as creating solutions for customers to drive loyalty, retention and revenue. Highly adept at training, managing, coaching and mentoring sales and customer service associates with talent for interacting with staff at all levels of organization and public.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Representative

Caliber Smart
03.2024 - 06.2024

During my tenure at Caliber Smart, I excelled as a Sales Representative, dedicating up to 10 hours a day to a door-to-door sales campaign. My primary role involved selling Dish Network services to DirecTV customers. I effectively communicated the benefits of our product, addressed customer inquiries, and successfully closed numerous sales, demonstrating strong persistence and persuasive communication skills. My efforts contributed to a notable increase in customer acquisition and enhanced brand visibility for Caliber Smart.

Skills:

  • Sales Techniques: Mastery of door-to-door sales strategies, including prospecting, pitching, and closing deals.
  • Customer Communication: Enhanced ability to effectively communicate complex information and tailor pitches to individual customer needs.
  • Persuasion and Negotiation: Developed skills in persuading potential customers and handling objections to secure sales.
  • Time Management: Efficiently managed your time to maximize productivity during long workdays.
  • Resilience and Persistence: Cultivated resilience through facing rejection and persisting to achieve sales goals.
  • Product Knowledge: Gained in-depth understanding of Dish Network services and their advantages over competitors like DirecTV.
  • Problem-Solving: Improved ability to address and resolve customer concerns and objections in real-time.
  • Independent Work: Demonstrated self-motivation and independence while working autonomously in a door-to-door sales environment.

Volunteer

ISKCON New Vrindaban INC
04.2022 - 06.2023

Served as the Assistant Manager for a daily food distribution program, responsible for overseeing the operations of a large-scale initiative catering to over 1000 individuals daily. Demonstrated strong organizational acumen and effective leadership while managing the program's day-to-day activities.

  • Collaborated with the program manager to execute all aspects of the food distribution process, including planning, setup, volunteer coordination, and daily operations, ensuring seamless functionality and adherence to schedules.
  • Played a pivotal role in building and maintaining a dedicated team of volunteers, overseeing recruitment efforts, training sessions, and volunteer scheduling to ensure consistent coverage and a cohesive team environment.
  • Employed excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster positive relationships with volunteers, community partners, and beneficiaries, cultivating an environment of collaboration and mutual respect.
  • Thrived in high-pressure scenarios, displaying poise and quick decision-making to address challenges like supply shortages, logistical hurdles, and unanticipated situations.
  • Demonstrated adept problem-solving abilities by developing contingency plans, optimizing resource allocation, and implementing process enhancements that streamlined overall program efficiency.
  • Prioritized food safety protocols and regulatory compliance, upholding the health and safety of program recipients while adhering to relevant guidelines and standards.
  • Nurtured a shared sense of purpose among volunteers, contributing to their high levels of engagement and long-term commitment to the program's mission.
  • Actively contributed to program evaluation efforts, seeking feedback from stakeholders and utilizing insights to make informed adjustments aimed at elevating the quality of services delivered.

In this role, I exemplified effective assistant management skills, including leadership, team coordination, and resourceful problem-solving within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. I successfully contributed to the program's overall success by fostering community engagement, implementing operational enhancements, and ensuring the program's seamless day-to-day execution.

Education

Associate of Arts - Web Development

Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL
03.2026

Skills

    • Sales Expertise: Mastered door-to-door sales techniques, including prospecting, pitching, and closing, with a strong understanding of product knowledge and effective communication
    • Customer Relations: Developed advanced skills in customer communication, persuasion, and negotiation, with a proven ability to resolve objections and enhance customer engagement
    • Time Management and Resilience: Efficiently managed time during long workdays and demonstrated resilience in overcoming rejection and achieving sales goals
      • Problem-Solving and Adaptability: Excelled in high-pressure environments, addressing challenges with quick decision-making and innovative solutions
      • Leadership and Team Building: Successfully led and motivated volunteer teams, managed recruitment, training, and scheduling, and fostered a collaborative and respectful atmosphere
      • Operational Efficiency: Optimized resource allocation, ensured compliance with safety protocols, and contributed to program evaluations for continuous improvement

Timeline

Sales Representative

Caliber Smart
03.2024 - 06.2024

Volunteer

ISKCON New Vrindaban INC
04.2022 - 06.2023

Associate of Arts - Web Development

Santa Fe College
Balagopal Rush