Sarah Dizney
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Focused Sales Manager committed to motivating others and offering extensive knowledge penetrating new territories and promoting product lines. Highly effective mentor driven to assess individual and group performance to implement improvements and set goals. Determined individual with background in establishing and nurturing mutually beneficial partnerships.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School ELA teacher
OCPS
08.2018 - 11.2023
- Responsible for educating all middle school students in a K-8 school in English Language Arts curriculum
- Focus on technology (ie: Google classroom, PowerSchool, etc) and behavior management/social-emotional learning
- Prepared students for state assessments by incorporating test-taking strategies into daily lessons, contributing to increased pass rates among the class population.
- Promoted a growth mindset within the classroom, encouraging students to embrace challenges and learn from setbacks.
Life Insurance Agent/Regional Outside Sales Representative
Self-employeed
01.2012 - 07.2018
- Attended continuing education courses and workshops to gain additional insurance industry knowledge.
- Prospected for, then cultivated customer relationships to provide customized life insurance solutions tailored to individual needs.
- Leveraged industry knowledge to educate potential clients on the importance of life insurance, resulting in increased policy awareness and sales conversions.
- Retained existing clientele through regular follow-ups, policy reviews, and timely adjustments based on changing circumstances or needs.
Finance Manager
Orlando Kia North
01.2010 - 04.2012
- Developed strong relationships with banks, credit unions, and other lending institutions to secure the best financing options for customers.
- Collaborated with sales managers to develop effective strategies for overcoming financial obstacles during vehicle negotiations.
- Maximized profitability by negotiating and structuring optimal automotive financing deals.
- Optimized dealership revenue by identifying opportunities for additional product offerings such as extended warranties and insurance packages.
Sales Manager
UNITED AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY
07.2003 - 10.2010
- Responsible for all aspects of insurance sales and training for a top 10 branch; Top agent in 2004 and led my team to the Top 20 in 2005 and 2007
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Coached and counseled sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts and helping sales representatives reach targets.
- Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree -
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
Orlando, FL01.1995
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Sales process
- Sales management
- Sales Presentations
- Objection handling
- Prospecting
- Sales software proficiency
- Customer Service
Certification
Teaching Certificate- ESE, K-12 and English (6-12), 07/2024
Timeline
Middle School ELA teacher
OCPS
08.2018 - 11.2023
Life Insurance Agent/Regional Outside Sales Representative
Self-employeed
01.2012 - 07.2018
Finance Manager
Orlando Kia North
01.2010 - 04.2012
Sales Manager
UNITED AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY
07.2003 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Science Degree -
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
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