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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
Chicago, IL
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.
Chicago, IL
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
Chicago, IL
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