Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Adam Joseph Gleeson

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Experienced sales professional with a strong background in persuasion and influence, demonstrating a successful track record in product sales and client needs evaluation. Skilled in building crucial relationships, possessing in-depth product knowledge, and consistently providing outstanding sales and service. Dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service throughout the sales process, continuously aiming to exceed customer expectations.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Coach

Strategic Influence
01.2023 - Current

Strategic Influence evolved from passion, personal journey and purpose to helping sales professionals become more persuasive and influential.personalised coaching to unlocking more possibilities in others by becoming leaders of the change process impacting and improving more lives, more often.


  • supervising a sales call and discussing strengths and possible areas for improvement with the sales representative


  • reviewing email correspondence between sales representatives and customers to review strengths and possible improvements


  • scheduling weekly check-ins with sales representatives to review progress toward achieving goals and skills development


  • coordinating training and presentation sessions
  • shadowing a sales representative during a sales meeting and giving a post-performance review

Senior Software Business Development Manager

Thryv | International Software Company SAAS
10.2022 - Current


  • Consistently achieved above sales quota on average, demonstrating a high level of sales proficiency and expertise


  • Demonstrated an exceptional ability to understand the unique business goals, needs, and pain points of prospects, guiding them towards growth with company software solutions.
  • Led prospects through the entire sales cycle, from initial conversations to contract negotiations, with a focus on building strong relationships and delivering the highest level of merchant experience.
  • Collaborated closely with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure a successful customer journey and ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Employed established sales methodology to overcome obstacles and effectively communicate with key decision-makers, delivering the right information at the right time.
  • Utilised experience and expertise to assess complex business structures and challenges, obtain critical information, and recommend effective solutions to achieve sales objectives.
  • Conducted detailed business consultations to unpack pain points, provide and clearly demonstrate on the value proposition of partnering with Thryv and established strong relationships with clients to meet or exceed their objectives.
  • Identified new business opportunities and led efforts to increase sales pipeline and new client acquisition, winning significant market share.


Key Achievements:


  • Highest Performing BDM for Inside Sales Acquisition for 2 Consecutive Years


  • Recipient of Incentive Trip for Highest Company Performers of the year Won 2 Consecutive Years
  • Consistently overachieved targets / KPIs and all metrics


  • Proudly supported and provided Sales based training to colleagues that went on to achieve their own success

Account Manager

TradesFormation
09.2021 - 10.2022
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
  • Encouraged cross-selling of additional products and services through relationship-building and acquired understanding of customer business needs.
  • Identified prospects' needs and developed appropriate responses along with suitable information on products and services.
  • Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
  • Identified opportunities for growth within the industry and collaborated with sales teams to reach sales goal.
  • Facilitated acquisition of potential B2B clients.

Real Estate Sales Agent

Bowral Property
01.2019 - 08.2021
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Negotiated between buyers and sellers of properties with efficiency and transparency to maximize profits and maintain satisfaction of clients.
  • Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
  • Educated clients on sales and buying processes and advised buyers on making decisions.
  • Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
  • Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
  • Educated clients looking to sell or buy on current market conditions, legal requirements, pricing and mortgages.
  • Compared, researched and appraised properties.
  • Generated leads for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals.

Client Service Manager

Solar Springs
03.2015 - 04.2017
  • Deliver consistent and superior customer service face to face and via telephone
  • Develop and nurture strong relationships with clients.
  • Act as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring effective communication and understanding of their needs
  • Collaborate with internal teams to design solutions that meet client needs
  • Work closely with sales, marketing, and other departments to align client strategies with overall business objectives.


  • Facilitate communication and collaboration among different teams to enhance the client experience

Customer Service Manager

Telstra
02.2010 - 09.2015
  • Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Trained and regularly mentored associates on performance-oriented strategies and customer service techniques.
  • Supervised employees and assessed performances to determine training needs and define accurate plans for decreasing process lags.
  • Followed through with client requests to resolve problems.
  • Exceeded team goals and collaborated with staff members to implement customer service initiatives.
  • Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales.
  • Collected customer feedback and made process changes to exceed customer satisfaction goals.
  • Created customer support strategy to increase customer retention.
  • Conferred with sales teams and team leaders to communicate targets, boost revenue and improve promotional strategies.

Education

Certificate III - Tourism And Travel Management

TAFE NSW

Certificate IV - Real Estate

TAFE NSW

Certificate III - Real Estate

TAFE NSW

Certificate III - Legal Studies

TAFE NSW

Certificate IV - Legal Studies

TAFE NSW

Associates Degree - Paralegal Studies

Southern Cross University

Diploma - Paralegal Studies

TAFE NSW

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Sales & Marketing
  • Professional Relationships
  • Account Management
  • Active Listening Skills
  • Product and Service Knowledge
  • Client Acquisition
  • Consultative Selling
  • Customer Service
  • Self-motivated professional
  • Relationship building
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Persuasion & Influence

Timeline

Sales Coach

Strategic Influence
01.2023 - Current

Senior Software Business Development Manager

Thryv | International Software Company SAAS
10.2022 - Current

Account Manager

TradesFormation
09.2021 - 10.2022

Real Estate Sales Agent

Bowral Property
01.2019 - 08.2021

Client Service Manager

Solar Springs
03.2015 - 04.2017

Customer Service Manager

Telstra
02.2010 - 09.2015

Certificate III - Tourism And Travel Management

TAFE NSW

Certificate IV - Real Estate

TAFE NSW

Certificate III - Real Estate

TAFE NSW

Certificate III - Legal Studies

TAFE NSW

Certificate IV - Legal Studies

TAFE NSW

Associates Degree - Paralegal Studies

Southern Cross University

Diploma - Paralegal Studies

TAFE NSW
Adam Joseph Gleeson