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Barry Guffey

FLORENCE,SC

Summary

Dedicated customer service professional with a strong understanding of service delivery and a proven ability to multitask. Committed to building and maintaining professional relationships to drive business results and boost profitability. Brings top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening, and analytical problem-solving. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires, and providing customized solutions to build loyalty.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Digital Marketing Specialist

180 Ads
03.2024 - Current
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Boosted sales revenue by identifying customer needs and recommending appropriate products or services.
  • Built rapport with customers through empathetic listening and understanding their unique needs or preferences.

CSR - Customer Service Representative

Continuum Global Solutions
11.2021 - 02.2024
  • Customer service specialist specializing in tech support for Verizon under the Continuum Global solutions umbrella.
  • Managed high call volumes, maintaining a professional demeanor during peak hours and effectively multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated empathy and active listening skills, resulting in a higher rate of customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.

Customer Service Representative

Cigna (remote)
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • Friendly call center agent
  • Tasked with managing a pipeline of 100+ customers handling various customer issues regarding insurance.

Carpenter

Bass home improvement
01.2019 - 11.2020
  • Major and Minor home improvement

Server

Outback Steakhouse
04.2018 - 04.2020
  • Server

Server

Darden Restaurants
01.2012 - 03.2018
  • Server

Customer Service Manager

Walmart
02.2010 - 10.2012
  • Assisted with questions and concerns of the customers, while maintaining a friendly attitude and high level of customer care.

Education

High school diploma -

South Florence High School
Florence, SC
05.2000

Skills

  • Customer support
  • Communication skills
  • Bookkeeping
  • Call center experience
  • Customer Focus
  • Complaint Handling
  • CRM Software
  • Customer Service
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Professional telephone demeanor
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Call Management
  • Problem Resolution
  • Building rapport
  • Call Center Operations
  • De-Escalation Techniques

Certification

Food Handler Certification

Assessments

  • Customer focus & orientation, Expert, 10/01/21, Responding to customer situations with sensitivity
  • Call center customer service, Highly Proficient, 10/01/21, Demonstrating customer service skills in a call center setting

Personal Information

Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Digital Marketing Specialist

180 Ads
03.2024 - Current

CSR - Customer Service Representative

Continuum Global Solutions
11.2021 - 02.2024

Customer Service Representative

Cigna (remote)
11.2020 - 08.2021

Carpenter

Bass home improvement
01.2019 - 11.2020

Server

Outback Steakhouse
04.2018 - 04.2020

Server

Darden Restaurants
01.2012 - 03.2018

Customer Service Manager

Walmart
02.2010 - 10.2012

High school diploma -

South Florence High School
Barry Guffey