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Seamus Folan

Seamus Folan

Boston,MA

Summary

I am a dedicated, professional worker where ever I have been employed with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. I have good communication skills, I am skilled at resolving conflict. I am a patient, empathic listener and have shown leadership in group settings.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Hardware Associate

Home Depot
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggested suitable options.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise and promoted key items.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
  • Displayed merchandise by arranging in appealing ways to boost sales.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Approached each problem with fresh mind and analytical strategies to quickly resolve concerns.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Tracked down hard-to-find merchandise at diverse locations.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.

Youth Basketball Coach

Parkway YMCA
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Provided instruction to children and youth in fundamentals of basketball.
  • Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
  • Conveyed rules and regulations clearly, promoting better understanding among players and decreasing fouls during games.
  • Coordinated with parents, boosters and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.

Life Guard

Parkway YMCA
02.2019 - 08.2019
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
  • Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
  • Checked water readings regularly to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons.
  • Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms and rip currents.
  • Checked pool and surrounding areas for hazardous conditions.

Seed Crew

The Food Project
06.2014 - 08.2014

I spent the summer weeding, planting, and harvesting non-GMO crops that were distributed into urban food deserts and low income communities.

Education

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Boston University
Boston, MA
09.2021 - Current

High School Diploma -

TEC Connections Academy
Massachusetts
05.2019

Skills

  • Corporate Policies and Procedures
  • Recognition of Security Risks
  • Hardware Replacement
  • Promotions Programs
  • Merchandise Recommendations
  • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Knowledge Base
  • Customer Relations Skills
  • Consultative Sales Approach
  • Team Cooperation
  • Performance Goals
  • Available Nights, Weekends and Holidays

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 10 hardware associates in the development of the hardware department.
  • I made the Deans List at Bridgewater State University 3 times.
  • Received Boston University Grants
  • Helped Supply food to urban food deserts
  • I am an accomplished and experienced life guard
  • I fostered a caring environment for youth at the YMCA

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working
Irish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Boston University
09.2021 - Current

Hardware Associate

Home Depot
06.2021 - 01.2022

Youth Basketball Coach

Parkway YMCA
09.2019 - 03.2020

Life Guard

Parkway YMCA
02.2019 - 08.2019

Seed Crew

The Food Project
06.2014 - 08.2014

High School Diploma -

TEC Connections Academy
Seamus Folan