Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Business Management Skills
References Available
Community Association Involvement
Languages
Reading, Puzzle Solving, Golf
Timeline
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MICHAEL DONOHUE

Willow Bunch,SK

Summary

A motivated and experienced professional seeking a challenging position where my diverse background and skills in management, logistics, training, and business management can be utilized to contribute to organizational success.

Passionate about promoting lasting customer satisfaction by delivering quality service and unparalleled support. Proficient in customer service best practices and related options.

Astute Call Center professional offering polished communication skills. Brings excellent organizational skills and talent for overcoming customer objections. Self-motivated and a true team player.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative and Operation Support Specialist

TeleTech Holdings
04.2024 - 05.2024
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Acted as Supervisor during night shifts
  • Was awarded Employee of Month Bonus twice

Online ESL Teacher

51Talk - Independent Contractor
01.2017 - Current
  • Develop and deliver English lessons to children learning English as second language
  • Created exercises to correct pronunciation issues, notably voiced 'th' sound.
  • Over 15,000 classes taught
  • Over 1,200 students

Warehouse Supervisor

Metroland Media
11.2008 - 01.2018
  • Managed warehouse responsible for shipping over 5 million pieces weekly
  • Implemented efficiency initiatives that led to 45% reduction in labor costs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON
05.1986

Skills

  • Proficient in logistics, training, research and development, and staff management
  • Experienced in various aspects of business management
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Call Center Operations
  • PowerPoint Proficient
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Customer Service
  • Active Listening
  • Money handling abilities
  • Team Development

Business Management Skills

Proficient in business planning, marketing, sales, hiring, training, and problem-solving.

References Available

True

Community Association Involvement

Participated in Local Business Councils.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Reading, Puzzle Solving, Golf

I enjoy reading various genres of fiction because of the insights it gives into various personality types. I also read nonfiction papers and information.

I solve all types of puzzles to challenge my mental limits and maintain critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.

I taken up golf in recent years and hope to continue to improve my game skills.

Timeline

Customer Service Representative and Operation Support Specialist

TeleTech Holdings
04.2024 - 05.2024

Online ESL Teacher

51Talk - Independent Contractor
01.2017 - Current

Warehouse Supervisor

Metroland Media
11.2008 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

University of Waterloo
MICHAEL DONOHUE