Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Received numerous sales awards. Last year received the Bronze Award for Sales. (top 20%) i
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Cheryl Barrus

Grantsville,UT

Summary

Proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Realtor

Realty Path- Tooele Valley
01.1990 - Current
  • Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
  • Wrote contracts to outline sales and purchases of properties.
  • Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
  • Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
  • Handled day-to-day happenings of real estate office to consistently grow client base and increase revenue.
  • Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
  • Completed property walkthrough 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.
  • Liaised between buyers and sellers to establish favorable prices and negotiate contract terms.

Insurance Agent

Farm Bureau Insurance
01.1992 - 01.1997
  • Built relationships with clients using active listening and issue resolution to provide excellent service.
  • Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
  • Cross-sold insurance products to existing clients to reach sales targets.
  • Obtained underwriting approval by completing application for coverage.
  • Approached potential clients by using direct marketing mailings and phone contacts.
  • Identified potential risks in client businesses and recommended appropriate insurance coverage.
  • Analyzed customers' financial situations to recommend appropriate life insurance policies.
  • Attended continuing education courses and workshops to gain additional insurance industry knowledge.

Administrative Assistant

Tooele County Economic Development
01.1987 - 01.1996
  • Handled scheduling for executive's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
  • Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets, and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
  • Coordinated and booked airfare, hotel and ground transportation and prepared itinerary to facilitate successful trips.
  • Scheduled appointments and handled calenders for senior leadership.
  • Researched property for large companies to relocate to Tooele County.
  • After employment was asked to serve on Board of Directors

Education

State of Utah License in Real Estate And Insurance - Real Estate And Insurance

Stringham (State Licenses)
Salt Lake City, UT
01.1990

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management. Legal Secretary

Utah State University
Logan, UT

High School Diploma -

Grantsville High School
Grantsville, UT
05.1966

Skills

  • Real Estate Sales
  • Contracts
  • Insurance, life, property, health, series 6 and 63
  • Typing
  • Ten key
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Great team player

Accomplishments

  • Won the Bronze award for top sales 5 times in the last 6 years.
  • Won the top sales in life insurance for several years while working for Farm Bureau
  • I also had a series 6 and 63 State of Utah license to sell investment products.
  • Awarded the Mentor of the Year award for Realty Path

Received numerous sales awards. Last year received the Bronze Award for Sales. (top 20%) i

Bronze award is for selling in the top 20%

Received the "Eagle Award" for top life insurance sales


Timeline

Insurance Agent

Farm Bureau Insurance
01.1992 - 01.1997

Realtor

Realty Path- Tooele Valley
01.1990 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Tooele County Economic Development
01.1987 - 01.1996

State of Utah License in Real Estate And Insurance - Real Estate And Insurance

Stringham (State Licenses)

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management. Legal Secretary

Utah State University

High School Diploma -

Grantsville High School
Cheryl Barrus