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Cody Douds

Cody Douds

Dallas,TX

Summary

In Fall of 2018, I became a teacher without any previous classroom experience or certifications. By Spring of 2022, I was acknowledged by the administration and staff as the 2021-2022 Upper School Teacher of the Year. As a teacher at a burgeoning Title 1 school, I learned tenacity due to many hardships. In 2023, I started a sales position without any previous sales experience. By developing amicable relationships with customers, coworkers, and managers, I succeeded in another industry in which I had no prior experience.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Consultant

Gateway GMC
Dallas, Texas
11.2023 - Current
  • Exceeded monthly sales goal by an average of 31.25%.
  • Maintained above industry average customer satisfaction score of 98.06%.
  • Successfully negotiated pricing and financing terms to create beneficial agreements and finalize sales transactions.
  • Conducted thorough needs assessments with prospective buyers to present the most suitable vehicle options.
  • Proficiently managed CRM software (e.g., VinSolutions) to manage leads, track sales progress, and maintain accurate customer records.
  • Built product value and enthusiasm for GMC and Buick's product line by conducting value-driven demonstrations.
  • Effectively managed a high volume of customer interactions simultaneously, prioritizing communication and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.

Literature and Writing Composition Teacher

Founders Classical Academy
Mesquite, TX
08.2019 - 08.2023
  • Awards: 2021-2022 Upper School Teacher of the Year.
  • Conducted research to maintain a vibrant and vigorous learning environment.
  • Created a robust, knowledge-centered learning environment by incorporating classroom discussions.
  • Skillfully led classrooms of up to 25 students with a variety of educational and behavioral needs.
  • Taught English classes to a prominent minority population of 80% Hispanic and 50% ELLs (English Language Learners).
  • Created and managed virtual classrooms of up to 30 students.

Student Researcher

Houston Christian University
Houston, Texas
09.2017 - 05.2018
  • One of ten students chosen from Houston Christian University's Humanities Department for the Smith Scholars Program.
  • Presented research to students and a faculty panel at the Celebration of Scholarship Symposium.
  • Worked with a professor of History to report weekly writing results and status.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

Houston Christian University
Houston
12.2018

Skills

  • Communication Expertise
  • Teamwork & Relationship Building
  • CRM Proficiency
  • Product Knowledge & Needs Analysis
  • Objection Handling & Closing Skills
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • De-escalation & Conflict Resolution
  • Creative & Expository Writing
  • Planning & Organizing Projects

Timeline

Sales Consultant

Gateway GMC
11.2023 - Current

Literature and Writing Composition Teacher

Founders Classical Academy
08.2019 - 08.2023

Student Researcher

Houston Christian University
09.2017 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Arts - History

Houston Christian University

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