Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
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Amanda Sayles

Amanda Sayles

Summary

With a unique blend of leadership qualities and an unwavering desire to learn and grow, brings a dynamic energy to any environment. Exceptional communication and organizational skills allow for effective collaboration with others and streamlining processes. Eager to apply and further develop these valuable skills in a [Desired Position] role, with the aim of making a meaningful impact and contributing to the team's success.

Overview

7
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Bay Mills Community College

Full Time Student
08.2022 - 09.2023

Job overview

Combined Communications, Inc.

Customer Service Representative
06.2022 - 06.2023

Job overview

  • Remote call center position where I was the sole employee manning the phone lines on third shift dispatching customers non-emergency and emergency telephone calls
  • Answer and dispatch customer telephone calls
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Calls include scheduling heat and air appointments, notifying funeral directors of a family in need of their services, troubleshooting with individuals with home oxygen equipment that is malfunctioning, contacting a physician for a medical need after office hours, needing tree removal, or needing to contact an attorney due to a car wreck
  • Monitoring emails and replying accordingly
  • Monitoring and communicating through web chat
  • Ensure quality service by following company policies and standards as well as adhering to compliance standards
  • Reviewed Medical test results and reached out to patient or doctor depending on the instructed direction's
  • Listened to my recorded calls to improve my AHT and other metrics.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.

iMedia Brands, Inc.

Customer Service Representative
05.2021 - 09.2022

Job overview

  • Answer in-bound customer calls for order placement and inquiries
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Followed sales scripts and probe to better target the needs and interests of our customers
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Analyzed customer service metrics to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.

Hyatt Place

Housekeeping Operations Manager
08.2016 - 09.2021

Job overview

  • Monitor all the daily operations of the housekeeping department, including the cleanliness of all guest rooms and public areas
  • Interview, hire, train and maintain staff to adhere to our high standards of cleanliness and customer satisfaction
  • Reduced staff turnover by fostering a positive work environment with open communication and professional development opportunities.
  • Maintain hotel inventory for various departments, including the housekeeping and kitchen departments and assisted with sales teams needs.
  • Book reservations, cover other positions for breaks, answer phones, and check guests in and out during busy periods
  • Document areas cleaned by room attendants and report any issues such as room damage or maintenance requests to the front office
  • Ensure all cleaning equipment is in proper working condition and make arrangements for repairs as needed
  • Utilized forecasting to manage scheduling and coverage for my department
  • Inspections every single guest room and public area, ensuring consistent cleanliness and quality control.
  • Handled department reviews and responses, budget, and the main inspection of the whole hotel.
  • Voted Best of Bowling Green 3 years in a row.
  • Manager on duty every weekend

Education

Bay Mills Community College
Brimley, MI

Associate of Arts from Native American Studies
05-2025

University Overview

  • Dean's List: Fall 2025
  • Neil and Nola Burkhard Scholarship Recipient: Feb 2025
  • Full Circle Scholarship Recipient:2022-2025

Bay Mills Community College
Brimley, MI

Associate of Arts from Social Sciences
05-2025

University Overview

  • Dean's List: Fall 2025
  • Neil and Nola Burkhard Scholarship Recipient: Feb 2025
  • Full Circle Scholarship Recipient:2022-2025

Skills

  • Quick Adaptation Skills
  • Optimistic Mindset
  • Engaged Listening Skills
  • Deadline-Oriented Time Management
  • Strong Technical Computer Skills
  • Highly Motivated
  • Consistent Dependability

  • Collaborative Team Development
  • Project Organization
  • Innovative Thinking
  • Strategic Problem Resolution
  • Customer Engagement
  • Cross-functional teamwork

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians

Certification

  • CNP - Certified Notary Public
  • ServSafe Alcohol Certification - National Restaurant Association.
  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross.
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association.
  • Alcohol Server Certification - Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPS).
  • ServSafe Food Handler Certification - National Restaurant Association.

Timeline

Full Time Student
Bay Mills Community College
08.2022 - 09.2023
Customer Service Representative
Combined Communications, Inc.
06.2022 - 06.2023
Customer Service Representative
iMedia Brands, Inc.
05.2021 - 09.2022
Housekeeping Operations Manager
Hyatt Place
08.2016 - 09.2021
Bay Mills Community College
Associate of Arts from Native American Studies
Bay Mills Community College
Associate of Arts from Social Sciences
Amanda Sayles