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Can you take a look at my resume and direct my to some jobs that will pay me ~45k+/yr?
ravkes
Veteran
OBJECTIVE
Bachelor of Science in Management degree candidate seeking a challenging position in the business development field where proven sales and interpersonal skills can be used to help the company grow.
EDUCATION
GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, College of Management
Atlanta, Georgia
Bachelor of Science in Management
Expected Grad. Date: May 2012
Certificates: Entrepreneurship
Major GPA: 3.0
EXPERIENCE
JEWELRY RETAIL CHAIN
Inventory Manager & Sales Associate
December 2009-January 2010, May 2010-August 2010, May 2011-August 2011
• Supervised/Updated Inventory of $60M of merchandise in 5 locations
• Priced $20M of merchandise
• Sold $250K of Jewelry—mainly precious stones (Diamonds, Alexandrite, Tanzanite, Ammolite)
STAFFING COMPANY
Technical Recruiting Intern
January 2011-May 2011
• Headhunted software engineers, computer programmers, systems engineers, project managers, financial analysts & other senior level positions for Fortune 500 clients.
• Developed staffing strategies with IT department in order to streamline sourcing, reviewing and interviewing processes
• Reviewed resumes, conducted interviews and screened all potential candidates
NON-PROFIT
Volunteer Facilitator
September 2010-December 2010
• Taught 30 5th Grade students about Human Rights
• Taught 15 3rd-4th grade students in Criminal Justice/Debate
• Mentored students in various interactive after-school programs
CHARITY FUNDRAISING CLUB
Vice President
November 2009-Present
• Helped raise over $10000 for Kenyan Refugees post 2008 election violence
• Increased awareness and club enrollment by 75%
• Organized 4 fundraising events & food sales
NON-PROFIT
Resettlement Services Intern & Teacher
September 2009-December 2009
• Taught 25 adult students in Advanced and Intermediate English
• Taught 25 adult students Microsoft Office & General Computing Skills
• Assisted in Case Management, Cash Assistance & Employment Assistance for Refugees
SHOE RETAIL CHAIN
Sales Associate
May 2008-September 2009
• Sold $100K of shoes & accessories
• Handled $200K of monetary transactions
• Dealt with customers complaints and questions on a day-to-day basis
TUTORING ORG. (Volunteer Tutoring Organization)
Founder
January 2006-May 2007
• Tutored 40+ students from K-12th Grade
• Tutored students Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus & Calculus
• Tutored students Spanish, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Reading, Arithmetic, & K-8 Math & Science
SKILLS/INTERESTS
Languages: Spanish – Conversational
Skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, PPT, Word), Jewels 2000
I'm graduating soon and I'm worried that I won't be able to land a decent job. Can you tell me which jobs I would be qualified for and what types of salaries I could expect?
I'm assuming that I would be qualified for a broad range of jobs specifically related to sales/business development hence the objective.. but any suggestions for specific jobs/career tracks with salaries ~45K+/yr would be great. I'm pretty much open to any path.
Thanks guys!!
Thanks!
Bachelor of Science in Management degree candidate seeking a challenging position in the business development field where proven sales and interpersonal skills can be used to help the company grow.
EDUCATION
GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, College of Management
Atlanta, Georgia
Bachelor of Science in Management
Expected Grad. Date: May 2012
Certificates: Entrepreneurship
Major GPA: 3.0
EXPERIENCE
JEWELRY RETAIL CHAIN
Inventory Manager & Sales Associate
December 2009-January 2010, May 2010-August 2010, May 2011-August 2011
• Supervised/Updated Inventory of $60M of merchandise in 5 locations
• Priced $20M of merchandise
• Sold $250K of Jewelry—mainly precious stones (Diamonds, Alexandrite, Tanzanite, Ammolite)
STAFFING COMPANY
Technical Recruiting Intern
January 2011-May 2011
• Headhunted software engineers, computer programmers, systems engineers, project managers, financial analysts & other senior level positions for Fortune 500 clients.
• Developed staffing strategies with IT department in order to streamline sourcing, reviewing and interviewing processes
• Reviewed resumes, conducted interviews and screened all potential candidates
NON-PROFIT
Volunteer Facilitator
September 2010-December 2010
• Taught 30 5th Grade students about Human Rights
• Taught 15 3rd-4th grade students in Criminal Justice/Debate
• Mentored students in various interactive after-school programs
CHARITY FUNDRAISING CLUB
Vice President
November 2009-Present
• Helped raise over $10000 for Kenyan Refugees post 2008 election violence
• Increased awareness and club enrollment by 75%
• Organized 4 fundraising events & food sales
NON-PROFIT
Resettlement Services Intern & Teacher
September 2009-December 2009
• Taught 25 adult students in Advanced and Intermediate English
• Taught 25 adult students Microsoft Office & General Computing Skills
• Assisted in Case Management, Cash Assistance & Employment Assistance for Refugees
SHOE RETAIL CHAIN
Sales Associate
May 2008-September 2009
• Sold $100K of shoes & accessories
• Handled $200K of monetary transactions
• Dealt with customers complaints and questions on a day-to-day basis
TUTORING ORG. (Volunteer Tutoring Organization)
Founder
January 2006-May 2007
• Tutored 40+ students from K-12th Grade
• Tutored students Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus & Calculus
• Tutored students Spanish, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Reading, Arithmetic, & K-8 Math & Science
SKILLS/INTERESTS
Languages: Spanish – Conversational
Skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, PPT, Word), Jewels 2000
I'm graduating soon and I'm worried that I won't be able to land a decent job. Can you tell me which jobs I would be qualified for and what types of salaries I could expect?
I'm assuming that I would be qualified for a broad range of jobs specifically related to sales/business development hence the objective.. but any suggestions for specific jobs/career tracks with salaries ~45K+/yr would be great. I'm pretty much open to any path.
Thanks guys!!
Thanks!
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I think business and management? Not sure how to get in the door, any buddhist businessmen with experience on the forum? How do you network? Does going to those conventions and things work? Can you shoot the shit with people? While exploring real world relationships and business?
Does that appeal to you?
Do you have any career guidance websites I can post this to?
I'm out of town working right now so I can't meet my career counselor at school
There is some helpful and well minded people there.
And I think Monster might be able to help too.
Tried any of those?
Would love to hear your thoughts about my Resume:
LEON BASIN
(408) 933-8269 / LeonBasin@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
To dedicate my extensive background in customer service and sales to a growth-oriented firm, which will allow me to further utilize my skills and acquire new abilities.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience includes conducting product presentations, sales generation, data analysis, administrative support, customer service, training reps and personnel, web site development, writing material for newsletters and sales / marketing letters, developing brand awareness and product advertising. Communicates and presents well including fluency in three languages, English, Ukrainian, and Russian. Possesses strong public speaking and presentation skills, and negotiating skills. Also strong ability to research and analyze data.
• Dedicated and motivated professional with six years work history; Versed in sales, marketing, customer service, and administrative tasks. In addition, writing blogs, web site material, and non-fiction material. Supports’ marketing plans and initiates innovative ideas; Utilizes communication and marketing tools and implements plans and strategies with results of increasing company revenue and profits. Also developed own freelance writing business providing services in technical writing, advertising and web site development.
• Provides high energy, enthusiasm and leadership; Drives and executes plans into action and achieves goals. Supports a team effort well; uses good judgment while working independently.
• Computer skills include: Dream Weaver, Front Page, Adobe Premier Suite CS2, Word Perfect, Lotus Office, Microsoft Office, MS Publishers, Open Office 3.1, Corel Draw, Bookkeeping Pro, ILife, Luna, SalesForce, IWorks, ACT for Windows.
PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Mosaic (BlackHawk), San Jose, CA 03/11 to Present
Merchandising Specialist
• Conduct multiple weekly store visits according to the store-specific coverage model
• Maximize visual presentation by stocking, facing, and pricing products
• Create product awareness and added value placement opportunities in-store
• Perform POG resets
• Setup new fixtures as needed
• Scan and report stock levels by title to generate order information
• Consistently meet all program objectives
• Using The Symbol handheld device on a regular bases
• Complete all administrative duties in accordance with Mosaic client instructions
• Complete all administrative duties in accordance with Mosaic Sales Solutions and client instructions.
• Display a professional demeanor while representing clients and Mosaic
MarketSource (Hewlett Packard), San Jose, CA 07/ 10 to Present
Sales Associate
• Train and supervise associates on new and existing products, features, and benefits.
• Educate customers on Hewlett Packard products present in the store, and perform comparison analysis on other prominent computer brands.
• Responsible for performing merchandising duties such as setting up kiosks, confirming correct placement of HP Products, and the installation of new HP merchandise.
• Participate in training conference calls via telephone, to re-establish sales goals and quotas.
• Provide strong communication and multitasking skills to meet demanding timeframes.
PropertyMinder, San Jose, CA 02/ 10 to 07/ 10
Sales/Telemarketing
• Responsible for cold calling new, and old accounts to Real Estate agents for the use of Property Minder website.
• Input records of Real Estate agents into Excel Spreadsheet pertaining to why and when the call was made, the needs of the agents, and notes on how to improve pitching in the future.
• Established rapport with customers through consistent follow up.
• Utilized Sales Force software to track data of past and future clients.
• Obtained business from top Real Estate Agents in the United States.
Old Navy, San Jose, CA 06/ 09 to 05/ 10
Sales Associate / Customer Service
• Prioritized customer’s needs while completing the shipment, meeting the UPH goal, and ensuring signage for merchandise moves and new product placement is accurate.
• Trained seasonal personnel on products and properly assisting customers; called around to other Old Navy stores to check for items in inventory database.
• Maintained a neat, clean, and well-organized area by ensuring all sizes and colors are represented on the sales floor.
• Completed markdown tasks accurately by end of shift.
• Completed signing process prior to store opening and consistently met a 95% accuracy-signing standard.
Campaigners, (Epson, Samsung, Canon, Sony), San Jose, CA 04/ 07 to 12/ 09
Sales Associate / Merchandising Rep
• Launched and promoted products at major technical retailers, such as Fry’s Electronics and generated high sales volumes. Utilized excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Created merchandising displays, including POP materials, demo units, banners and other collateral to increase sales. Built relationships with store personnel in addition to all levels of management.
• Trained personnel on products and sales techniques; also coached and trained territory representatives on sales and marketing strategies. Tracked and reported competitive marketing data for the territory.
SCORE! San Jose, CA 03/ 08 to 11/ 08
Marketing Assistant / Administrative Assistant
• Worked with the marketing manager in the preparation and execution of grassroots marketing events for the center and within the community. Provided outstanding service to current and prospective members. Supported team by creating a positive and supportive environment.
• Planned weekly events using the phone, internet and other marketing communication tools.
• Performed data entry, ordered supplies, tracked leads and member’s data; organized office and filed documentation.
• Led Poetry Seminars and Workshops for 3rd to 8th graders.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
University of Phoenix, San Jose, CA
Bachelors (BS) – Psychology Present
De Anza College, Cupertino, CA
Associates (AA) – Business Administration Received 2010
- Speech Communication Certificate Received 2007
Cupertino High School, Cupertino, CA High School Diploma
- High school writing competition award 2002
- Two-time Poetry Writer of the Year Award 2002 & 2003
EXCELLENT REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
I have no idea, that's why I'm asking the question.. lol
I still have an option to concentrate in either Accounting, Finance or IT.
Should I hop on any of those trains? Or am I qualified for something with what I have now?
I'll ask when I get back next semester for sure though.
Did you post this question on Askmen.com? If so, how did it go? Or going?
Thanks for the tip regardless.
Just give it a few days.
They are really good with responding.
If that doesn't work I suggest finding individuals in that industry and emailing or calling them.
http://www.merchantcircle.com/business/Vertical.Media.Solutions.616-631-4300
Why do you feel you "need" $45k or more? I'm assuming you're a young, single person, right? What are your expectations of life that would require you to have that much income? There are a lot (and I mean a *lot*) of families with multiple kids who live on a lot less than that in America these days. Is it necessarily a plush, comfortable life? Probably not, especially if you have kids. But if you're a single person, it *is* possible to live quite comfortably on a lot less than $45k a year. Don't know what part of the country you're in, but in many areas it's quite possible. If you're in Manhattan that's poverty wages, but elsewhere, if (and that's the big "if") your expectations and needs are realigned, you'll be quite comfortable.
Sadly, everything in our society tells us we "need" more and more and more. We "need" a big house, we "need" a fancy car, we "need" a 200" HD TV, we "need" a cell phone with a $200 a month data package, etc, etc, etc. Until we re-examine the true meaning of the word "need" and adjust our lives accordingly, we'll be caught in an endless cycle of "need" and trying to make our income keep pace with it - which it never will in most cases.
Would it be nice to be able to jet off to Spain for a long weekend? Sure it would. Would it be nice to have all the latest gadgets as soon as they come out? Some people would say it would, but I say it only makes you want more gadgets and doo-dads. It all breeds more and more and more unhappiness (dukkha), and suddenly you find you're 50 years old, massively in debt, and still utterly unhappy with your life.
Part of me wishes I were in exactly your situation, but knowing what I know now! I'd live things very differently from what I did when I was a fresh college graduate, I assure you!
So my advice to you is to sit down, be quiet, and ponder these things. See what answers crop up for you... You may find that realigning your vision of what you want your life to be will be a liberating experience.
Most of all, may you find peace.
And, you can't expect a particular pay if you don't even have an idea what kind of job(s) you're qualified for.
I've asked on career forums, college forums, business forums - Everyone just gives me more broad and uneducated answers. It's still a little over a month until I go back to school to ask my career counselor until then I was just wondering what other people thought about a degree in Biz Admin.
And Mntns thank you for that answer. I don't think I'm after a luxury lifestyle though, lol.. Nowadays in order to live a comfortable life you need to make at least that much. We'll see what happens though. Thanks for all your help though!
From your perspective in life, perhaps $45k is required to be "comfortable", but I can assure you 100% that it's not. Even a new graduate RN with a bachelors degree will do very well to make that much the first year in most parts of the country.
Best of luck in your hunt!
Forcing it really isn't going to give me any answers.
Thanks Mountains, and I didn't mean anything by the uneducated comments. Just venting out frustrations I suppose.
I really need to sit with my life and see what's going on. I'm away from home right now working a job I pretty much have to 60-70 hours a week that I hate - Selling jewelry (tricking customers basically which makes me feel like crap), and doing boring inventory/data-entry stuff.
I guess one thing I can rule out is everything I've had experience in haha!
Sales - I don't like pressuring people to make stupid financial decisions, so that's out.
Inventory/Data-entry - Kind of boring and mundane, doesn't make me feel like I'm alive even.
Non-profit stuff - It doesn't make good business sense to get paid off charitable donations - So I don't want to work for one.
Recruiting - Cold-calling and annoying people isn't really fun.
I do like teaching however and I do like helping people..
Hmmm.. although with that degree could I get a teaching job? Maybe actually, I wouldn't mind teaching elementary or middle school at all! That would be pretty fun.
haha.. maybe if I concentrate in finance I could be a financial advisor and help people that way - because seeing people make stupid financial decisions in jewelry stores everyday makes me feel bad for them and I can't sell anymore it makes me feel dirty lol..
Dang, Mountains i dunno what you did but thanks.
Seriously - do you like working with finances? My mother just retired (at age 77) from her financial planning business. She loves people, and she really loves helping people become financially stable. She never even went to college, and was *extremely* successful in the financial business - mainly because her #1 thing is people skills, and (most importantly of all) she's honest and completely above board with everyone. Not being greedy helps too. Something to consider. When she retired at the end of 2010, the total funds under her control exceeded $20 million. Not bad for someone who started the career in her early 50s, and who has a high school education, eh?
Best of luck!
Thanks for sharing Mountain.
I am confused just like Ravkes.
Wanting to do what I want is helping people as well.
My goal is to finish my BS in Psychology and find a way to work where I am helping people.
I don't know if I want to be a psychologist/psychiatrist as you have to follow a plan. You prescribe medicine that most individuals don't need. Definitely agree with sitting and listening to your heart. It seems that everything false into place. Thanks everyone who commented and posted! This was a great thread.
maybe you should work to be an alternative healer, but don't be a quack :hair:
a counselor could play a role in healing just by listening? are you a good listener?
However here's my dilemma: I have a super low GPA. I could take really easy electives/classes to finish up the 2 semesters with a higher GPA (and graduate with a degree in MGT. & Entrepreneurship - which honestly is a degree that isn't very marketable) -- OR I could risk it and take harder classes and get my finance concentration and I would graduate with a degree in Business Admin & Finance. Honestly, I think I kicked the lazy out of me this summer though working 70 hr weeks so I think I can handle the finance classes and still get a high GPA.
However, how hard is it to get into that industry with a low GPA? Will my current experience help any even if it's not related? I know I should do some research into it and I will - but based off what you know with your mom what steps did she take to get into financial advising?
Thanks again MTNS!
I believe that I can always improve and get better.
Great suggestions!
Thank You!
Your 21?lol
I should be more worried as I am 26 and I have a girlfriend of 6 years.
And we want to have a child further down the road.
Don't worry about anything.
Just work hard and focus. Stay mindful and everything will come.
Make sure it's what sits well with you in your heart.