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Michael Conway

Chicago,IL

Summary

*Hardworking, enthusiastic and passionate job seeker with a positive attitude and am eager to begin work immediately

*Strong team member who works tirelessly to achieve company goals.

*Strong abilities in interpersonal skills, creativity and critical thinking.

*Managed the primary functions of family home and provided care for 2 sons (ages 7 and 4) over the past seven years

*Excelled in creating structured environments that foster

healthy development, educational growth and safety for family.

* Demonstrated commitment to exceptional customer service at Whole Foods Market, Inc.

*Achieved customer loyalty and customer satisfaction through innovative solutions and empathetic engagement while at Whole Foods.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Manager

Self Employed
03.2017 - Current
  • Managed finances effectively with budgeting and expense tracking to achieve financial goals.
  • Established routines within the household that promoted consistency in daily living while allowing flexibility when needed.
  • Maintained a clean and organized household for improved efficiency and stress reduction.
  • Coordinated daily activities, ensuring punctual attendance at school, appointments, and extracurricular activities.
  • Managed medical appointments, ensuring each family member received appropriate care while maintaining comprehensive records of health-related information.
  • Fostered independence in children by teaching them essential life skills such as time management, organization, and self-care techniques.
  • Developed strong relationships with educators and healthcare providers for optimal support of family members.
  • Attended to the emotional well-being of each family member, providing support during challenges and celebrating accomplishments.
  • Served as liaison between children''s schools, instructors, coaches, or other service providers to ensure seamless coordination of resources/supports required by the family unit effectively addressed everyone''s needs.
  • Oversaw home maintenance tasks, collaborating with contractors on repairs and renovations as necessary.
  • Implemented healthy meal plans tailored to individual dietary needs for overall wellbeing.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between all family members to address any issues or concerns proactively.
  • Coordinated carpooling and transportation logistics for family and school events.
  • Resolved conflicts among siblings with empathy and effective communication strategies.
  • Fostered positive and educational environment for children with creative learning activities.
  • Managed household budget, leading to significant savings on monthly expenses.
  • Streamlined daily routines to improve efficiency and reduce stress for all family members.
  • Supervised home maintenance and repair projects to ensure safe and functional living space.
  • Implemented structured weekly schedule, increasing family time and reducing conflicts.
  • Maintained clean and organized home, creating pleasant and stress-free living environment.
  • Enhanced family nutrition and health by planning and preparing balanced meals.
  • Managed family medical appointments and records, ensuring timely healthcare and vaccinations.
  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.

Customer Service Advocate

Whole Foods Market, Inc.
01.2014 - 02.2017
  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Built loyal customer relations by providing top-notch service
  • Maintained a positive work environment, fostering team collaboration and continuous improvement.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving inquiries and issues.
  • Developed comprehensive knowledge of company products and services to provide accurate information to customers.
  • Increased customer retention by offering personalized solutions and building rapport through empathetic listening.
  • Responded quickly to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.

Bike Messanger

Chicago Courier Services
02.2011 - 01.2014

*Collaborated closely with colleagues to share information about road conditions, traffic delays, or alternate routes as needed for efficient navigation.

  • Minimized package misplacement incidents through diligent organization of cargo space on the bicycle according to delivery order sequence.
  • Safeguarded sensitive packages by following necessary protocols and confirming recipient identification before handing over parcels.
  • Understood and followed written and oral instructions and accomplished 100 % on-time deliveries.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by offering assistance and support to fellow bike messengers in need of help with difficult deliveries or challenging situations.
  • Delivered and picked up valuables at customer locations via bicycle.
  • Maximized customer convenience by accommodating specific time frames for delivery whenever possible.
  • Documented items to be delivered and recorded amounts and serial numbers by route, date, sender and receiver.
  • Prevented loss or damage of items during transport by utilizing appropriate packing materials and techniques tailored to each parcel''s unique requirements.
  • Promoted customer satisfaction by providing friendly service and handling special requests with care.
  • Bolstered client relationships through consistent professionalism, punctuality, and attention to detail in all tasks performed.
  • Increased safety rates by conducting regular bike maintenance checks and adhering to traffic laws at all times while en route to destinations.
  • Reduced response times for urgent deliveries by maintaining excellent familiarity with local streets, landmarks, and shortcuts.
  • Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service, maintaining a professional appearance, and representing the business with integrity and pride.
  • Improved delivery efficiency by planning optimal routes and navigating traffic patterns effectively.
  • Assisted in business growth by actively promoting company services during interactions with potential customers or partners.
  • Enhanced communication with dispatchers, clients, and recipients through clear updates on delivery statuses.
  • Communicated with dispatch and customers for accurate delivery information.
  • Utilized GPS technology to navigate delivery routes and avoid traffic congestion.

Education

Associate of Arts - Art

Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL

High School Diploma -

Whatever High School
Chicago Suburb
06.2000

Skills

  • Budget Planning
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Special Needs Support
  • Educational Support
  • Home maintenance
  • Meal Preparation
  • Childcare experience
  • Transportation Coordination
  • Critical Thinking
  • Schedule Management
  • Schedule creation and maintenance
  • Age-Appropriate Recreational Activities
  • Educational Activities
  • Child Safety
  • Child Supervision
  • Complaint Handling
  • Complaint resolution
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Account Management
  • Sales expertise
  • Product Knowledge
  • Customer Relations
  • Customer Education
  • Listening Skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Excellent people skills
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Friendly and Helpful
  • Honest and Dependable
  • Attention to Detail
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Positive Customer Engagement
  • Team Cooperation
  • Engaging with Diverse Customers
  • Building Customer Loyalty

Timeline

Family Manager

Self Employed
03.2017 - Current

Customer Service Advocate

Whole Foods Market, Inc.
01.2014 - 02.2017

Bike Messanger

Chicago Courier Services
02.2011 - 01.2014

Associate of Arts - Art

Roosevelt University

High School Diploma -

Whatever High School
Michael Conway