Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Affiliations
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Carol S. Connor

Edinburg,VA

Summary

To assist customers in a professional and friendly manner and to be an asset to the company with my outgoing and positive personality. Summary of Qualifications Proficient in all aspects of sales, marketing and customer service; 120 WPM typing; computer and office machines literate. Friendly Skincare Consultant with [Number] years of experience in sales and customer service. Driven and reliable individual skillful in building strong client bonds, stocking and reorganizing inventory and exceeding sales expectations. Committed to taking ownership and initiative to accomplish individual sales quotas. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.aa To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

57
57
years of professional experience

Work History

Skin Care Consultant

Advanced Color
  • Met sales goals by building customer relations and recruiting new customers, increasing likelihood of repeat business.
  • Utilized skin hydrometer to help determine customers' skin conditions.
  • Suggested appropriate therapy based on current health of client.
  • Delivered unprecedented service to clients through personalized consultations, making experience unique for each client.
  • Demonstrated product application on clients using testers and samplings.
  • Recommended retail products for at-home use.
  • Set up and designed advertising signs and merchandise displays on shelves, counters and tables to promote sales and attract customers.
  • Fostered friendly, warm, and exceptional customer experience.
  • Analyzed skin condition and made appropriate product recommendations.
  • Welcomed clients arriving for appointments.
  • Examined merchandise and took inventory to identify items to be reordered and replenished.

Beauty Consultant

Mary Kay Cosmetics
01.2000 - Current
  • Promoted additional products and services to increase sales numbers and revenue with diverse selection.
  • Monitored current trends to understand fashions and better serve customer needs.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Identified client needs and recommended products based on preferences and requirements.

Interior Decorator

Carol Connor Interiors
01.1983 - Current
  • All aspects of interior decorating, sales and installation
  • Prepared cost and material estimates prior to advising on marketing matters and real estate design layouts.
  • Documented costs, tracked purchases and administered client budgets.
  • Exceeded established quota in marketing and design workshops of [Number] of customers per month.
  • Advised clients on comfort and durability of various fixtures, materials and surface coverings.
  • Worked closely with corporate offices and district managers to market promotions and trending products.
  • Presented available color palettes and helped select colors that reflected client personality and goals.
  • Prepared invoices and handled payment processing for clients and suppliers.
  • Advised clients on styles, layouts, budgets and overall designs.
  • Advised clients on methods to keep spaces fresh and inviting.
  • Utilized natural and artificial light to highlight features and areas of rooms.
  • Completed client consultations and worked with architects to define needs and style preferences for new office spaces.
  • Met with clients to discuss project scope and desires for spaces.
  • Coordinated and supervised construction and redesign crews.
  • Selected and organized color schemes for clients.
  • Designed spectacular interiors for specialty exhibits at museums and trade shows.
  • Arranged furniture to facilitate traffic flow and design objectives.
  • Organized and maintained schedules for home consultations, customized room designs and staff meetings.
  • Maintained knowledge of constantly changing interior design trends and products.
  • Completed minor room adjustments to freshen up environments.
  • Found vendors for one-time and ongoing projects, and maintained productive relationships.
  • Created budgets with clients and outlined plans for adherence.
  • Created training plans and developed materials for design training classes.
  • Purchased accessories to coordinate with furniture purchases and enhance rooms.

First Assistant Manager

Cato Corporation
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Responsible for opening and closing store; managing employees setting up displays; balancing register and sales.

REALTOR and Assistant

United Country Shenandoah Valley Realty
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Responsible for listing and selling properties; working with attorneys, banking institutions and lenders, resolving all problems regarding settlement and bringing the buyers and sellers to the closing table.

REALTOR

Coldwell Banker Funkhouser Realtors
01.2006 - 01.2009
  • Developed and implemented strategic marketing plans to increase potential for selling properties and generate more leads.
  • Marketed and sold property for clients by hosting open houses and advertising online and in print.
  • Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
  • Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
  • Advised clients on market conditions and property value for informed decision-making.
  • Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
  • Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards, and cold calling.
  • Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
  • Conducted comprehensive market analysis to identify opportunities for investors.
  • Advertised client properties through websites, social media, and real estate guides.
  • Developed and presented proposals to clients to raise awareness of potential real estate investments.
  • Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
  • Handled day-to-day happenings of real estate office to consistently grow client base and increase revenue.
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
  • Wrote contracts to outline sales and purchases of properties.
  • Completed property walkthroughs before completing deals to uphold accuracy in listings and appraisals.
  • Educated clients on changing or updating properties, buying, and selling techniques and processes to maintain curb appeal.
  • Reviewed market research data and changed sales plans accordingly.
  • Liaised between buyers and sellers to establish favorable prices and negotiate contract terms.
  • Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.

REALTOR

Benchmark Realty
01.1995 - 01.1996

REALTOR

United Country Shenandoah Valley Realty
01.1996 - 01.2006

District Sales Manager, Circulation Dept

Post Publishing Company
01.1971 - 01.1983
  • Responsible for 250 accounts in three districts, including all carriers and stores, involving collection of the money and maintenance of the accounts, adding new carriers and store accounts and increasing circulation in my district.

Sales Secretary

Westinghouse Elevator
01.1969 - 01.1971
  • Responsible for all correspondence, phone calls and appointments.

Sales Secretary and Switchboard Operator

Curtis Packaging Company
01.1966 - 01.1969
  • Responsible for sales contracts, phones, switchboard, working with all sales managers and customers.

Education

Real Estate License -

Mosely Real Estate Institute
1994

Certificate-interior Decorating - undefined

Sacred Heart University
1986

Certificate-interior Decorating - undefined

Trans Designs
1983

High School Diploma - undefined

Newtown High School
1966

Skills

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Closing Procedures
  • Store Coverage
  • Client Consultations
  • Store Layouts
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Treatment Options
  • Skin Condition Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Customer Experience
  • Store Merchandising
  • Preventive Skin Care
  • Critical Thinking

Affiliations

Memberships Democratic Town Committee, Newtown, CT.; Borough Zoning Board of Appeals and Borough Zoning Commission, Newtown, CT; Massanutten Association of REALTORS, Woodstock, VA

Timeline

First Assistant Manager

Cato Corporation
01.2017 - 01.2018

REALTOR and Assistant

United Country Shenandoah Valley Realty
01.2011 - 01.2014

REALTOR

Coldwell Banker Funkhouser Realtors
01.2006 - 01.2009

Beauty Consultant

Mary Kay Cosmetics
01.2000 - Current

REALTOR

United Country Shenandoah Valley Realty
01.1996 - 01.2006

REALTOR

Benchmark Realty
01.1995 - 01.1996

Interior Decorator

Carol Connor Interiors
01.1983 - Current

District Sales Manager, Circulation Dept

Post Publishing Company
01.1971 - 01.1983

Skin Care Consultant

Advanced Color

Real Estate License -

Mosely Real Estate Institute

Certificate-interior Decorating - undefined

Sacred Heart University

Certificate-interior Decorating - undefined

Trans Designs

High School Diploma - undefined

Newtown High School

Sales Secretary

Westinghouse Elevator
01.1969 - 01.1971

Sales Secretary and Switchboard Operator

Curtis Packaging Company
01.1966 - 01.1969
Carol S. Connor