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How would you describe your dream job in 10 words or less?

My dream job would encourage me to think outside the box. It would allow me to try new things to accomplish my goals. I think a dream job would also allow for a great balance between work and life. I want to be engaged in work while I am there, but not have to lose sleep over it while I am not there.... read more

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Work history

Ferguson Enterprises Inc., Waterworks June 2007 to the present
Inside Sales Support - Technical Sales

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How would you describe your time at Ferguson Enterprises Inc., ...?

-Work one on one with skilled engineers to ensure proper organization of construction of new and expanding water treatment facilities.
-Use of attention to detail by reading and locating technical information in specification books
-Learning the fundamentals of market research by following a
changing market.
-Using multiple research tools to find necessary information.
-Responsible for being a self starter.
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RadioShack October 2004 to May 2007
Assistant Manager/Sales Associate

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How would you describe your time at RadioShack?

I originally started off as a part-time sales associate assisting customers with purchases in consumer electronics. This required a great deal of product knowledge, customer interaction, communication, and computer skills. I really enjoyed this job because I was able to influence how people made decisions about important purchases. The last year I was at RadioShack I became a full-time sales associate and eventually assistant manager in charge of the store when the manager was not present. I was still taking a full college load at the time. I was able to oversee a small staff and help train on the new and upcoming products and promotions. Through this job I was able to gain knowledge about the wireless industry, computer skills, and the ability to close the sale and satisfy my customer at the same time.... read more
The Riveredge Resort Hotel May 2004 to August 2004
Bellman/Valet

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How would you describe your time at The Riveredge Resort Hotel?

SUMMER POSITION
Basically, I was there to assist the customer in whatever they needed to maximize their stay with us at the hotel. Here I was able to learn how to deal with high-profile clients and be responsible in caring for expensive assets(many automobiles, some over $100,000). This was
an excellent job because I was not given one particular task other than "make sure they get what they want."... read more
Gouverneur Big M February 2001 to August 2003
Stock Clerk/Customer Service

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How would you describe your time at Gouverneur Big M?

While in High School, I was able to start using my customer service skills by working in a grocery store. I think this was an excellent start in dealing with people at a younger age than many.

Education

State University of New York at Oswego September 2003 to May 2007
Business Administration

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How would you describe your time at State University of New Yor...?

SUNY Oswego was a very diverse and cross cultural school. While there, I learned the greatest aspects of business and what I needed to excel in the business world. In addition, I was able to broaden my horizons by meeting new and interesting people to make me the outgoing person that I am today.

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