MICHAEL NEW
Of the many who will respond to your job and posting, I am confident that few will be as qualified as I
am. If you take a moment to review my qualifications, I am sure you will agree.
My previous work experience gives me the tools I need to succeed. I have an excellent track record of
success. I understand that it is important that your company hires the best employees. I have what it
takes to help you meet and exceed your company objectives. My expertise will be a great addition to
your team.
I would appreciate a formal interview to further discuss my experience and abilities. I have enclosed my
resume and contact information.
I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to the growth and reputation of your
company.
Sincerely yours,
Michael New
********@*****.***
Michael New
140 Rita Boulevard
Melbourne Beach, FL, 32951
email: ********@*****.***
Career Overview
Highly motivated sales associate with extensive customer service and sales experience. Detail-oriented with excellent
problem-solving skills and extensive social media marketing experience.
Key Skills
Excellent communication skills Excellent negotiating tactics
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Strong lead development skills Internet savvy
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Self-motivated Customer service
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Goal-oriented Order Processing
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Highly competitive Researched sales leads
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Networking skills Client development
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Work Experience
Sales
The Home Improvement Network - 11/2008 - 01/2013
Responsibilities: Identified and qualified customer needs; developed sales strategies and negotiated closing on projects
with a 85% success rate. Responsible for implementing all business-building and relationship-building expectations
with uniquely assigned accounts and customers.
Sales and Marketing
Gear Solutions Magazine - 01/1997 - 10/2008
Responsibilities: Consistently hit and exceeded sales goals by 20%. Recognized as top sales generator, increasing sales
level by 70% Reinvented how team interacts with prospective clients by developing innovative and creative sales pitch
that was implemented into sales team strategy in 2007. Planned and led three training sessions to promote sales team
professional development and sales goal reinforcement.
United States Marine Corp.
Ground and Logistics Combat - 04/1988 - 05/1992
Operation Just Cause with the goal of deposing the dictator and returning order to Panama. Within just two weeks we
had achieved success. Noriega surrendered and the people of Panama began to restore their nation.1988 - 1989
Operation Desert Storm began. Designated Marksman to cover mid- to short-range targets. Iraq’s southern border -
1990-1992
Education
Montana State University - Bozeman, MT 1992 - 1996
Bachelor of Science in Business