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Samantha Bullock

Moses Lake,WA

Summary

I am a positive, committed, and motivated employee with 15+ years of customer service experience working under high pressure situations while maintaining a positive attitude. I am proficient in crucial conversations and time management. I can structure and prioritize tasks while paying attention to accuracy and detail. I am a dedicated employee and take pride in the work being performed. I am extremely people oriented and strive to create a meaningful experience for my customers. I love problem solving and thinking of creative ways to make processes easier. I love learning and am very adaptable to new environments and systems. I look forward to challenges and I am eager to develop my administrative & leadership skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Coach for Dual Functional Team (Phones/ Chat)

Discover Financial
02.2024 - Current
  • Salary: $51,196.69-54,445.76/ Annually
  • Continued functions from team coach position
  • Continuously evaluated coaching methodologies and strategies, adjusting as needed to maximize effectiveness based on the unique needs of each team member.
  • Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices, making changes as needed.
  • Lead discussion with agent ambassadors for feedback on procedures, making changes as needed. Correcting misunderstandings within procedures.
  • Scheduling

Team Coach for Discover Personal Loans (Phones)

Discover Financial
09.2022 - 02.2024

Salary: $49,227.59 -$51,196.69/ Annually

  • Developed customized training materials, ensuring optimal understanding of job responsibilities and expectations among team members.
  • Coached and trained Twelve employees throughout the year.
  • Developed strong relationships with each team member, understanding their unique motivations and challenges to provide tailored support accordingly.
  • Led team meetings to discuss progress, address concerns, and share best practices for continuous improvement.
  • Improved team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and setting clear goals.
  • Encouraged open communication among team members, allowing for constructive feedback and continuous improvement in daily operations.
  • Reduced errors in daily tasks with thorough training sessions and regular feedback on individual performances.

Acting Team Lead For Discover Personal Loans

Discover Financial
08.2023 - 01.2024

Salary: $49,227.59 -$51,196.69/ Annually

  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
  • Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
  • Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
  • Conducted regular progress reviews with individual team members to identify areas for improvement and provide guidance on career development opportunities.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Addressed underperformance issues promptly with corrective action plans designed to drive rapid improvement in targeted areas.

Call Escalation Group

Discover Financial
07.2017 - 09.2022

Salary: $30,921.51-$32,169.96/ Annually

  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Assisted in managing and engaging in Discovers Social Media Pages via Sprout Social
  • Created “MythBusters” for the floor to identify tips and tricks that are misconceptions on
  • Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
  • Provided support in chat for phone agents to assist on calls
  • Created monthly emails for defected calls to keep agents informed

Account Manager

Discover
07.2015 - 07.2017

Salary: $26,956.80-$29,449.06/ Annually

  • Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
  • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
  • Assisted in the development of training materials for new hires, ensuring smooth onboarding process.
  • Identified at-risk accounts through diligent monitoring and analysis.
  • Streamlined account management processes, reducing response times and improving client service quality.
  • Enhanced team performance with regular contests and games to improve knowledge and customer service excellence.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Financial Literacy Course

Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT
07-2018

Diploma - General Studies

Tooele High School
Tooele, UT
06-2010

Skills

  • Dependable-Committed-Punctual
  • Prioritization of tasks
  • Organization
  • Proficient in de-escalating customer and agent conflicts
  • Quality Assurance
  • Communication skills
  • Exceptional Customer Service Skills
  • Proficient with word/ excel/ PowerPoint
  • Positive and engaging leader
  • Adaptability
  • Creativity
  • Problem solving
  • Innovative
  • Able to multitask

Interests

  • Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Food Tourism
  • Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
  • Avid Reader
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings

Timeline

Team Coach for Dual Functional Team (Phones/ Chat)

Discover Financial
02.2024 - Current

Acting Team Lead For Discover Personal Loans

Discover Financial
08.2023 - 01.2024

Team Coach for Discover Personal Loans (Phones)

Discover Financial
09.2022 - 02.2024

Call Escalation Group

Discover Financial
07.2017 - 09.2022

Account Manager

Discover
07.2015 - 07.2017

Some College (No Degree) - Financial Literacy Course

Salt Lake Community College

Diploma - General Studies

Tooele High School