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David Richards

David Richards

Monroe,WA
A fool isn't the one who trys new things with a low probability of success; a fool is someone who doesn't even try at all.
David Richards

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Assistant Manager

Burger Kng
Monroe, WA
11.2016 - 11.2017
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
  • Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
  • Created organization systems for inventory control, merchandising, financial reports and schedules, dramatically increasing operational efficiency.
  • Mentored sales team in applying effective sales techniques and delivering top-notch customer service.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning and coordinating in-house and outsourced resources.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.

In-Home Caregiver

Family Members
Snohomish County, WA
08.2011 - 05.2017
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.

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  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.

Cell Phone Sales Associate

Microsoft
Bellevue, WA
11.2010 - 06.2014
  • Helped the Microsoft employees who came up with, wrote programs for and implemented new hardware for Windows phones get connected to AT&T or T-Mobile service with a new Windows 7 phone.
  • Kept customers and other employees up-to-date on latest devices and technology by performing frequent product demonstrations.
  • Assisted customers in determining cellular phone needs by asking open-ended questions, clarifying advantages and disadvantages of each product and explaining products by ratings.
  • Operated product tools, equipment, and point of sale terminals.
  • Accepted and processed payments and purchases for new equipment using POS system.
  • Increased monthly sales 47% by recommending seasonal buy one get one sales, rebates and limited time offers.
  • Guided customers to quickly locate merchandise in showroom.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise and promoted key items.
  • Oversaw signage, pricing and shelf labeling to promote neat, professional presentation.

Education

Property Management Certificate - Property Management - Housing And Hotel

Everett Community College, Everett, WA
09.2017 - 06.2018


  • Completed professional development in Property Management and Customer Service/Hospitality
  • Dean's List Fall and Winter Quarters 2017 and Spring Quarter 2018
  • Professional development completed in Property Management

Hospitality/Customer Service - Hospitality Administration And Management

Everett Community College, Everett, WA
  • Received Edu-Ployment Scholarship
  • Dean's List Fall and Winter quarter 2017 and Spring quarter 2018
  • Professional development completed in Hospitality/Customer Service and Property Management

Skills

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Personal Attributes

  • Effective Communication Skills: Articulate communicator with an appreciation for the different communication styles required when working with other team members or with customers.
  • Honest and Reliable: Able to take on tasks with a degree of responsibility due to strong morals and ethics, ensuring honesty and reliability. I am able to stretch beyond my own perceptions so I can interperat whats happeneing from the perspecive of another perspective. I comprehend what others feel, believe and are motivated by and believe it gives me an opportunity to care about them in a much more meaningful manner.
  • Flexible: Understands the need to remain flexible to support last-minute demands and changes. Comfortable with changing environments and situations ensuring the ability to remain flexible and adaptable.
  • Time Management: Dedicated to effectively prioritizing and managing time by allocating tasks and activities and keeping track of them in diaries and daily to-do lists.
  • Dedicated Father and Husband: I value my family above all else and the time I get to be with them. When I am working I will give 110% everyday, however, I respectfully ask that I can do the same and give 110% to my family on my days off.
  • Genuine: I've experienced lots my time on this planet, learning from many different types of people from all backgrounds. I have found being genuine and not trying to fit into a mold is the only way to open new doors and pathways to grow.
  • Intuitive: I have a knack for seeing the big picture and hypothesizing outcomes using my past experiences and common sense.
  • Understanding and Caring: I am able to stretch beyond my own perceptions so I can interpret whats happening from the perspective of another person. I comprehend what others feel, believe and are motivated by and believe it gives me an opportunity to care about them in a much more meaningful manner.

Work Availability

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Timeline

Everett Community College - Property Management Certificate, Property Management - Housing And Hotel
09.2017 - 06.2018
Assistant Manager - Burger Kng
11.2016 - 11.2017
In-Home Caregiver - Family Members
08.2011 - 05.2017
Cell Phone Sales Associate - Microsoft
11.2010 - 06.2014
Everett Community College - Hospitality/Customer Service, Hospitality Administration And Management
David Richards