Patti Watson
Summary
Talented Painter & Decorator. Well versed in the finishing trades on residential and commercial construction projects
Experienced collaborating in teams and one-on-one with clients
Well organized and knowledgeable in all aspects of the finishing trades, timelines, and quality of workmanship required to ensure customer satisfaction and future referrals
Passionate, dedicated to my work and highly motivated in sourcIng new clients while building lasting, trusting relationships that lead to future prospects
Always willing to learn and keep up to date with fashion, technology, and potential markets. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results
Experienced leader with a strong background in guiding teams, managing the intricacies, and bringing projects to fruition for the client.
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience and a talent for putting the finesse on on everything I do!
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Painter & Decorator
Peterman's Decorating
03.1995 - 09.2014
Generated leads through extensive networking & referrals
Provided in-home consultations with clients coordinating colours, fabrics, draperies, flooring and furnishings according to layout, scale, and their day to day usage of each space.
Established bonds by building rapport through effective communication with clients.
Provided professional presentations, clear & concise written proposals, ensuring scope of work was within budget, providing impeccable workmanship and respect for every client's home, tastes & belongings.
Ensured professionalism, privacy, and the utmost discretion towards my clients on every project.
Mastered the trade skills required of painting & wallpapering at a young age - European trained.
Education
One Year of Coursework - Automotive Marketing
Canadian Automotive Institute At Georgian College
Barrie 08.1989 - 05.1990
High School Diploma -
West Ferris Secondary
North Bay, ON05-1988
Skills
* Highly Creative - able to conceptualize designs, colours and layouts that help build on any clients existing tastes and within their budgets
* Attention to Detail - wether transforming a space or simply cleaning up after myself, I have a sharp eye for details
* Project Management - able to prioritize work, set reasonable deadlines, manage multiple projects at once, deal effectively with stress
* Problem Solving - excellent at resolving problems and finding solutions during the implementation stage of a project
* Communication - excellent at collecting & conveying pertinent information in a clear and concise manner with clients, developers, and contractors
* Interpersonal Skills - strong listening capabilities, comfortable with all forms of communication, trustworthy, agreeable, and excellent with delivering to clients a strong sense of value for their money, enthusiasm and high satisfaction through descriptive and visual presentations
* Closing Skills - able to conceive & deliver decorating solutions, arouse interest, create excitement, overcome objections by providing either budget friendly, or financing options available to them and ultimately asking how soon they'd like to have the work completed
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- First Aid & CPR
- WHIMS 2015
- Working at Heights
- Elevated Work Platforms
- Indigenous Cultural Awareness
- Women in Action Leadership Series
- Alberta Construction Safety Association - CSTS-09
- Understanding & Managing Conflict Workshop
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureCareer advancementPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsSoftware
Builder Trend
Microsoft Office
Mondaycom
DealerSocket
Quick Books
Interests
World Travel
Cooking & Wine Pairing
Design & Construction
Learning French
Hair Styling & Aesthetics
Fashion
Jazz Music
Socializing
Writing
Timeline
Painter & Decorator
Peterman's Decorating
03.1995 - 09.2014
One Year of Coursework - Automotive Marketing
Canadian Automotive Institute At Georgian College
08.1989 - 05.1990
High School Diploma -
West Ferris Secondary
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