Feb 08

Hiring Offshore Doesn’t Fail—Handoffs Do

Remote work has existed for years, even before the pandemic. However, it became mainstream during mandatory lockdowns and later evolved into a preferred long-term setup for many beyond 2020.

Despite the clear benefits of remote work, many business owners still struggle to see the value of a distributed workforce. Concerns abound about productivity, particularly whether high-quality work can be delivered by someone thousands of miles away.

In reality, failed offshoring is rarely due to the remote hires themselves, but often, because of the hiring company or client.

Why does this happen, and what can be done about it?

The Offshore Blame Game (And Why It’s Wrong)

Remote workers are often blamed for poor performance, especially when they struggle to deliver in their first few weeks on the job.

However, this is not entirely their fault.

“They Didn’t Get It” Isn’t the Whole Story

Just because an offshore hire fails to deliver as expected does not mean their talent is lacking. Nor is it necessarily due to cultural differences in offshoring.

More often than not, the claim that “they just didn’t get it” points to a breakdown in clear, explicit communication issues in offshore teams. Unlike onsite teams, offshore workers rely heavily on precise instructions where nothing is left to assumption.

For example, when a manager assigns a task and says, “make it look professional,” the offshore hire may not realize this actually means, “use our 2024 brand guidelines.”

Output Gaps Often Reflect Input Gaps

There is an unspoken pressure on remote hires to prove that they are just as skilled, if not more so, than their onsite counterparts.

Yet companies often overlook a simple truth: the quality of output from a remote team is directly proportional to the quality of input they receive.

Hence, the first 90 days are critical. New hires need consistent guidance and feedback, ideally through a dedicated mentor who shows them how things work and closely supports them until they can operate independently.

What’s Often Missing in the Handoff

Delegation is one of the most crucial parts of a new employee’s first few days.

Unfortunately, some managers treat tasks as something to simply “toss over the wall,” leading to breakdowns in delegation:

  • No Documented Expectations or SOPsStandard operating procedures (SOPs) are the backbone of a remote team. Without them, offshore hires are forced into a guessing game. Without clear instructions and guidance on how tasks are done, remote workers, and even onsite employees, are left to improvise.
  • No Real Owner of Handoff Success – Accountability drives success. Unfortunately, many organizations face an accountability gap: executives sign the contract, HR handles the paperwork, but no one is clearly responsible for ensuring a new hire’s success in the first 30 days. Moreover, without proper onboarding, onshore peers may view a remote worker as a burden rather than an asset. Meanwhile, offshore hires may hesitate to ask questions for fear of appearing incompetent.
  • Feedback Comes Too Late or Not At All – Mistakes can go unnoticed for a long time, especially without regular feedback. Unlike frequent check-ins, delayed feedback can feel more like a performance review than a coaching opportunity. As a result, new hires may develop a fear of failure, becoming hesitant to take initiative, particularly when they are still unclear about expectations.

3 Offshore Handoff Personas That Sabotage Success

Now that we’ve established that a new hire isn’t always to blame for “failing,” who is responsible?

Here are some examples.

#1. The Micromanager Who Won’t Let Go

Some managers fear that an offshore hire will disrupt their well-established processes.

As a result, instead of delegating tasks fully, they hold tightly to control them, even while the remote worker is expected to handle the work.

Illustration:

Mark hires John, a senior developer. However, instead of letting John focus on his tasks, Mark insists on reviewing every line of code as it’s written and requires John to provide updates three times a day.

Unsurprisingly, this makes John feel trapped. Eventually, he stops taking initiative, or worse, begins looking for a new job. Meanwhile, Mark becomes burned out from doing more himself and ends up blaming John for underperformance.

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Joan

Candidate ID: 594754


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Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

  • Joan has gained more than 4 years of remote work experience with diverse background in executive assistance, remote administration and some project management.
  • She has worked with Australian clients handling administrative tasks, including booking appointments, managing calendars, social media management, and customer support.
  • She also reported directly to clients, ensuring customer queries were addressed and managed efficiently.
  • Her project management experience include:
    • Experienced in providing executive support, handling email management, scheduling meetings, and note-taking.
    • Assisted with project management tasks using tools like Asana, Trello, Monday.com, and Jira.
    • Handled executive assistant responsibilities for HR, ensuring smooth workflow and task management.
  • She gained experience on the following technologies:
    • Project Management Tools:
      • Jira, Confluence, Trello, Asana, Monday.com, Notion.
    • CRM Platforms:
      • GoHighLevel, HubSpot, Salesforce.
    • Administrative & Communication Tools:
      • Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
      • Familiar with creating reports, handling pivot tables, and complex formulas in Excel.
    • Social Media Management:
      • Managed social media accounts on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using Sprout Social.
    • Other Tools:
      • Amazon Seller Central, Time Doctor, Hubstaff, and Teramine (for work monitoring).
  • She is amenable to start immediately.

Employment History

INTAKE SPECIALIST

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

May 2021 to March 2024 (34 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Insurance being handled: UHC, Kaiser, BCBSNC, CALPERS, Michigan, ERS, TRS, LACERS, Scan & Sonders Health
  • Answer incoming calls for the member needing help in availing their insurance
  • Verify member's information and eligibility for insurance Inbound and Outbound calls, chats and emails
  • Making sure that things are tracked and checked correctly on the database
  • Coordinate with their designated Care Advisors Handle both member and caregivers
  • Provide accurate information related to their benefit, insurance and eligibility
  • Making sure we checked their healthcare, customer data and connect to the right departments
  • Make sure that everything is documented by using our CRM and tools
  • Uses Dash, Outlook, Teams, DialPad, Five9, Retool & Intake Forms

GENERAL/ADMIN VIRTUAL ASSISTANT AND CUSTOMER SUPPORT (PART-TIME)

Industry:

Others

Employment Period:

January 2023 to March 2024 (14 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Handle bookings for children/parents' request
  • Do Admin Tasks and calendar management
  • Organize things and make sure that everything is updated
  • Monitor bookings and school holidays
  • Email and Inbox Management
  • Organising queries and complaints through ticketing system
  • Provide reporting to the Customer Service & Billing Manager
  • Control and sort inbound emails and query tickets for resolution of customer questions and complaints
  • Placing bookings and making cancellations on our Child Care Management system
  • Monitor Hubspot ticketing system
  • Keep on track of all the failed debit payments and make sure to follow up on time
  • Make sure to keep ISS updated
  • Monitor invoices and making sure everything is updated
  • Manage CRMs using Hubspot, PowerDiary & Xplor Spreadsheets
  • Uses Gmail, Excel, Slack, Outlook, Microsoft Teams and
    Spreadsheets

EXECUTIVE AND GENERAL VIRTUAL ASSISTANT (PART-TIME)

Industry:

Healthcare / Medical

Employment Period:

September 2022 to November 2023 (14 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Handle executive calendar
  • Do bookings for travels and meetings
  • Create PowerPoint presentations
  • Researching
  • Handling executive emails and answering queries from the clients
  • Attend meetings and take down MOM
  • Uses of WordDocs, Excel & Microsoft Spreadsheet & NurrsingStaff tools
  • Post JobAdd via Indeed and LinkedIn
  • Social Media Management
  • Uses project management tools
  • Assist in sorting receipts
  • Uses different tools and CRMs like: Hubspot, Calendly, Google
  • Calendar, Outlook Calendar, Zoom and Indeed calendars, Trello,
  • Asana, Google Workspace, Excel, Xero, WhatsApp, Google Chat,
  • Ring Central
  • Social Media Accounts like: LinkedIn, TikTok, Facebook Page and
  • Instagram

LEAD GENERATION SPECIALIST AND APPOINTMENT SETTER

Industry:

Others

Employment Period:

February 2022 to July 2022 (5 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead Submit
  • Got chosen to lead and do interviews and training for newly hire folks and pick the best ones
  • Train the team and Lead
  • Monitor team’s performance and team
  • Do reports
  • Do outbound call and cold emails
  • Handle inbound and outbound emails
  • Do sourcing and lead prospecting using different tools
  • Uses multilogin, meltbelly, timedoctor, excel, spreadsheet, zoom,
  • Indeed, Basecamp, Skype, Slack, LinkedIn Sales Navigator,
  • LinkedIn, AnyLeads, Xpandi, Asana, GoHighLevel and Eliza

VIRTUAL ASSISTANT

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

June 2021 to December 2021 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Handle seller's Amazon account and monitor things on theirbehalf.
  • Do invoices, product management and admin tasks by making sure everything is updated on a day-to-day basis.
  • Product Listing
  • End-to-end contact of client with everything on his business
  • Supplier Tasks
  • Invoicing
  • Price Research etc.
  • Making sure that all finances are accurate and items are align on pricing
  • Knows how to use DropBox, Confluence, Jira, SellerBoard, Xero, Amazon Seller Central, Microsoft, Excel, Googe Workspace, WORK WhatsApp EXPERIENCE S

CUSTOMER SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVE AND TEAM SUPPORT

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

June 2017 to May 2021 (47 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Handle E-commerce account of sellers
  • Assist the sellers/clients with their shop on the Online Shopping
  • Platform Account
  • Handles their statement of account, order management, sales and product inquiries
  • Inbound and Outbound Calls, Emails and Chats
  • Digital Cases and Scrubber
  • Do callouts for escalated tickets
  • Floor Support to the team
  • Digital Cases and Scrubber
  • Person in charge whenever Team Manager is not around
  • Do reports and administrative tasks
  • Attend meetings and do reporting
  • Knows how to use Zendesk, Xspace, SalesForce, SnapEngege, XLite, UAD, Dingtalk, Googlesheets, Exel etc

Executive Administrative and Project Support (Event Management Support)

Industry:

Exhibitions / Event management / MICE

Employment Period:

October 2024 to November 2025 (13 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

The role involves significant administrative work, such as data entry, client communication, and project tracking. The ideal candidate should be highly organized, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Data Entry: Manage data entry into event databases, primarily using Events Air and Smartsheet.
    • Set up event registration portals, micro-sites, and manage event data.
    • Input data such as event names, locations, and schedules.
    • Update spreadsheets and maintain accurate records of event details.
  • Client Communication:
    • Draft, schedule, and send email communications to clients, exhibitors, sponsors and attendees using platforms like Mailchimp, Gmail, and Events Air.
    • Assist with correspondence management and customer enquiries.
    • Participating in the development of a range of client project documentation and undertaking activities to deliver on these projects.
  • Ticketing and Social Media:
    • Create and manage event ticketing using platforms such as Events Air, Humanitix, and Eventbrite.
    • Collect items for social media and post to clients accounts are required.
  • Administrative Support:
    • Assist with document management, including preparing and maintaining PowerPoint presentations, reports, and templates.
    • Create mail merge documents to produce event name tags for attendees and exhibitors.
    • Update and maintain spreadsheets related to event planning, invoicing, and logistics.
    • Help with general admin tasks like filing, research, and responding to enquiries.
    • Contribute to related documentation such as event manuals, registers and reports, contracts and contract tracking registers, travel and logistics for artists, collection of artist promotional material and performance material.
  • Project Tracking:
    • Assist in tracking event project stages using tools like Teamwork or Smartsheet.
    • Report progress to the founder and manage timelines to ensure event readiness.

Education History

Field of Study:

Mass Communications

Major:

Bachelor of Arts in English

Graduation Date:

April 5, 2017

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Atlassian JIRA, Trello,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    English Language

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Between 5mbps to 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/16727081191
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: ACER
  • Processor: 11th Gen Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-1135G7 @ 2.40GHz 2.42 GHz | 12 gb ram
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $7.67/hr

Miguel

Candidate ID: 593815


ADVANCED

    Customer Service, Analytical Skills, Chat Support, Administrative Support...

INTERMEDIATE

    Compensations, Benefits, Slack, Shopify...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Full Time: $USD 7.67 per hour or $USD 1329.77 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

  • Miguel Paolo is a seasoned customer service specialist with nearly eight years of experience, complemented by a solid foundation in sales support.
  • His approach combines proactive client engagement, high attention to detail, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
  • Having worked across various industries—including telecommunications, e-commerce, and specialized service sectors—Miguel is adept at managing complex client interactions and assisting in sales-related functions, making him a valuable asset for customer-facing roles with a sales focus.
  • He played a dual role in customer support and sales generation by assisting clients with billing issues and promoting relevant service offerings.
  • He assisted buyers and sellers with transaction support, fee disputes, and billing issues, promoting additional services and features on eBay.
  • He also worked as an Estimator, supported the company’s service offerings by preparing quotations for renovation projects and advising clients on tailored accessibility modifications.
  • His guidance on account management helped retain high-value sellers, positively impacting the company’s revenue.
  • Experienced in using CRM systems like Gorgias and Trade CRM (Aroflo), which enabled him to track customer interactions, manage follow-ups, and support sales initiatives.
  • Proficient in Shopify and familiar with e-commerce tools to streamline client support in product purchasing and returns.
Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Operator 

Strongest Behaviors
  • Cooperative, easy-going, and agreeable in getting along with others. A focused, uncritical listener who won’t “rock the boat.”
  • Driven to protect the company against risk by thoroughly leveraging their background and strictly following “the book.”
  • Cautious; follows a well-established and proven plan to avoid making mistakes. Does the background research necessary to have proof to support decisions before action is taken.
Behavioral Summary
Helpful, patient, and stable; works steadily and consistently. Respectful of established processes, standards, and policies, they will work within those standards to ensure repeated successes and high-quality results. Miguel Paolo has the patience and tolerance required for routine work and can be relied on to do such work consistently and in a relaxed manner. Prefers having, and following, a well thought-out process to ensure success. If they are responsible for establishing the process, they will do so in a thoughtful, methodical manner, paying close attention to details and time-honored successes. Once established, they’ll expect that the process be followed consistently.

Employment History

Junior Estimator

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

October 2019 to June 2020 (7 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist clients and advise them on matters involving minor to moderate renovations suited for accessibility improvement and independent living.
  • Assist senior quote specialists in finishing quotations for major projects.
  • Compute and forward minor to moderate home modification quotations to clients.
  • Create schedules and assign small tasks, home modifications or major home improvements to our professional builders.
  • Update our job management software to track completed minor and major tasks by our professional builders.

Customer Service Representative / Virtual Assistant

Industry:

Retail / Merchandise

Employment Period:

March 2018 to September 2019 (18 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist customers via phone, chat or email regarding general queries, purchases, returns and order shipment.
  • Processing order returns and communicating with the customer regarding a refund or replacement.
  • Checking and ensuring that all orders are fulfilled in the event of a system interface error.
  • Coordinating with the warehouse team in resolving order errors/concerns such as incorrect item/s delivered, missing items from order and damaged items.
  • Ensuring that the other ecommerce sites we sell our products on are running smoothly – resolving disputes, making listings active and ensuring that the listings are up to date.
  • Communicating with suppliers in regards to the credit requests submitted for faulty products.
  • Process dropship orders through our partners.
  • Ensure that the Toy Universe manual is up to date regarding procedures and guidelines.
  • Assist in training new hires regarding Toy Universe procedures.
  • Create training videos for to assist in training new hires.
  • Coordinate with other teammates assigned in Warehouse and Products to ensure that online product listings contain accurate details.
  • Complete ad hoc tasks such as 301 redirects

Billing and Complaints Consultant

Industry:

Telecommunication

Employment Period:

November 2016 to December 2017 (13 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist Telstra clients via phone and email support with their open complaints, billing and general queries, fee disputes, technical issues and sales generation.

Customer Service Representative

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

January 2012 to April 2016 (51 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist buyers via phone and email with their purchases, payments and order disputes.
  • Assist sellers via phone and email in selling on eBay including: creating a listing, completing a sale, billing invoices, fee disputes and managing their seller ratings.
  • Assist eBay’s Top sellers with their billing concerns and account issues.

Supervisory Training

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

June 2015 to April 2016 (10 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist coaches in handling and monitoring a team particularly focusing on resolving customer concerns that agents are not familiar with.
  • Assist coaches in ensuring that call quality standards are met in every interaction.

Education History

Field of Study:

Marketing

Major:

Business Administration

Graduation Date:

October 5, 2011

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

Human Resource: Certified Compensation and Benefits Professional (CCBP) Certification Program


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Customer Service, Analytical Skills, Chat Support, Administrative Support, Communication Skills, Human multitasking, eBay, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Email Support, Order Processing, Phone Support, Customer Support, Sales,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Compensations, Benefits, Slack, ShopifyActive ListeningGoogle AppsProduct ListingOrder Management

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Greater than 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/16765475377
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: Asus
  • Processor: intel Core i7
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $12.73/hr

Efraim

Candidate ID: 592961


ADVANCED

    Material Cost Estimation, Electrical system design, Cost Engineering, Engineering...

INTERMEDIATE

    Wireless Routers...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Eastern Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Western Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Full Time: $USD 12.73 per hour or $USD 2206.07 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

EJ is an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong background in electrical estimation, project management, and construction supervision within the electrical and construction industries. His technical proficiency and ability to manage complex projects make him a valuable asset for roles requiring accurate cost estimation and efficient project execution.
  • Electrical Estimation & Quantity Surveying: EJ has over three years of experience in electrical estimation, quantity surveying, and project supervision. He has worked with international and local companies in the construction and electrical contracting sectors.
  • Registered Electrical Engineer (2023): His professional license adds credibility and legitimacy to his engineering expertise.
  • Certifications: He holds certifications in Engineering Project Management and Construction Project Management from Coursera.
  • He successfully prepared and submitted timely and accurate electrical tenders for residential construction projects.
  • He played a key role in cost control and budget management, ensuring that projects were completed within financial constraints.
  • He negotiated supplier costs and led formal project negotiations, contributing to efficient procurement processes.
  • He is able to start immediately. 
Skills & Technical Proficiency:
  • Technical Skills: Electrical design, power system analysis, and project management.
  • Software Proficiency: AutoCAD, MS Office, ETAP, DIALux, Bluebeam, Accubid, and Planswift, SimPRO, Ground Plan, Estimate One. His hands-on experience with these tools enhances his ability to design, estimate, and manage electrical projects efficiently.
Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Guardian

Strongest Behaviors
  • Driven to protect the company against risk by thoroughly leveraging their background and strictly following “the book.”
  • Cautious; follows a well-established and proven plan to avoid making mistakes. Does the background research necessary to have proof to support decisions before action is taken.
  • Detail-oriented and accommodating; most comfortable working as part of a well-defined team for which they produce high-quality output and decisions.
  • Formal, reserved, introspective, and skeptical of new people; requires “proof” to build trust in new people.
  • Detail-oriented and precise; follow-through is deep and literal to ensure tasks were completed in accordance with quality standards.
Behavioral Summary

EJ is a very conscientious and disciplined person; particularly careful, thorough, and accurate in their work. This individual is exacting and strives to produce results that precisely meet the established goals. Works best where there are clear standards, expectations, reporting relationships and measurements for the work. He will depend upon professional training, their own experience, or management leadership, to provide those standards and the structure needed for their work.

Given sufficient experience, they will produce work of high quality, giving close attention to the accuracy of details. Stable and dependable; consistent in their actions and, if necessary, has sufficient patience to do work of a repetitive nature. Believes in having, and following, well-defined processes and procedures.


Employment History

Electrical Estimator

Industry:

Electrical & Electronics

Employment Period:

February 2024 to August 2024 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Preparation and evaluation of documents, electrical drawings and plans to determine the scope of work. 
  • Preparing accurate electrical estimates and pricing for a job, taking into consideration all project requirements while ensuring estimates comply with legislation, standards and safety requirements.
  • Estimation of materials, costs, and labor required for electrical installations in residential projects. 
  • Identifying cost and time constraints to optimize project progress.
  • Maintaining electrical cost database. 
  • Timely preparation and submission of correct and technically accurate electrical tenders

MEFPS Quantity Surveyor

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

February 2023 to February 2024 (12 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Preparation of cost plans and value engineering to help the design team control the expenditure and to ensure that the project cost is kept within budget which involves liaising with architects, engineers, and subcontractors. 
  • Responsible for providing supplier cost input during sales bidding phase and report back on cost performance to project team. 
  • Collaborating with other Subcontract Program Managers in managing Subcontract Partner performance. 
  • Develop negotiation strategies and lead formal negotiations (Price, Delivery, Terms & Conditions). 
  • Preparation of tender documents, tender clarification, and tender report to provide a reliable basis on which to tender for proposal construction works and to create a comprehensive priced document, on time for submission. 
  • Measurement and preparation of take-off Quantities which includes BQ measurement, handling of queries in completing the measurement, information dissemination to design consultants and preparation of necessary QA documents pertaining to BQ preparation to provide a strong basis for budgetary control and accurate cost reporting of the contract.
  • Preparation and review of needed documents for ongoing variations in project’s progress such as RFAs and RFIs. 
  • Monitoring of project progress and valuation of variations in the work during the contract.  Quantity and cost estimation of materials, fixtures, and labor required at site.

Electrical Project Engineer

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

December 2020 to January 2023 (25 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Supervision of construction to ensure that the electrical system is designed, installed, and tested in compliance with safety standards, electrical codes, and project specifications. 
  • Preparation and design of detailed electrical drawings such as single line diagrams, power layouts, lighting layouts, and load schedules for electrical equipment. 
  • Coordination of project activities including organizing & directing personnel to ensure satisfactory project performance. 
  • Supervision of pulling, termination, and installation of Low & Medium Voltage cables. 
  • Estimate Quantities and Schedule activities. 
  • Forecasted monthly budget, analyze project cost, and apply value engineering to ensure that the project is kept within budget

Junior Electrical Engineer

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

January 2021 to August 2021 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Preparation and design of detailed electrical drawings such as single line diagrams, power layouts, lighting layouts, and load schedules for electrical equipment. 
  • Estimate Quantities and Schedule activities. 
  • Forecasted monthly budget, analyze project cost, and apply value engineering to ensure that the project is kept within budget.

Electrical Engineer

Industry:

Employment Period:

January 2021 to February 2023 (25 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervision of construction to ensure that the electrical system is designed, installed, and tested in compliance with safety standards, electrical codes, and project specifications. • Preparation and design of detailed electrical drawings such as single line diagrams, power layouts, lighting layouts, and load schedules for electrical equipment. • Coordination of project activities including organizing & directing personnel to ensure satisfactory project performance. • Conduct detailed tests and inspections to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of electrical systems, components, and equipment. • Supervision of pulling, termination, and installation of Low & Medium Voltage cables. • Estimate Quantities and Schedule activities. • Forecast monthly budget, analyze project cost, and apply value engineering to ensure that the project is kept within budget.

Electrical Estimator Consultant

Industry:

Employment Period:

March 2024 to November 2025 (20 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparation and evaluation of documents, electrical drawings and plans to determine the project's scope of work. • Preparing accurate electrical estimates and pricing for a job, taking into consideration all project requirements while ensuring estimates comply with legislation, standards and safety requirements. • Estimation of materials, costs, and labor required for electrical installations. • Identifying cost and time constraints to optimize project progress. • Maintaining electrical cost database. • Timely preparation and submission of correct and technically accurate electrical tenders.

Electrical Estimator

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

May 2025 to November 2025 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Review electrical project plans, drawings, and specifications to understand the project's scope of work.
  • Preparation of accurate electrical estimates and determine the type, quantity, and cost of electrical materials, fixtures, and the labor required for the project's completion.
  • Preparation and submission competitive project bids in accordance with established guidelines as well as participating in bid review meetings.
  • Collaborate and coordinate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to gather relevant information and to optimize project implementation.
  • Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain favorable pricing.
  • Review and validate vendor and contractor pricing for electrical works, ensuring alignment with project scope.

Education History

Field of Study:

Engineering (Electrical/Electronic)

Major:

Electrical Engineering

Graduation Date:

November 30, 2021

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

Registered Electrical Engineer 


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Material Cost Estimation, Electrical system design, Cost Engineering, Engineering, Communication Skills, Time Management, Organizational Skills,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Wireless Routers

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Greater than 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/17154749287
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Desktop
  • Brand Name: Lenovo
  • Processor: AMD
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $8.16/hr

Nilric

Candidate ID: 588132


ADVANCED

    Customer Support, Back-office, Technical Support, Communication Skills...

INTERMEDIATE

    Transactions, Data Entry, Time Management, Critical Thinking...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Full Time: $USD 8.16 per hour or $USD 1414.85 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

  • Experienced professional with over 8 years in operations and customer service roles, including senior-level responsibilities in fraud and disputes resolution.
  • Certified in Peak Performance Coaching - PPQ (Leadership Training).
  • Successfully resolved fraud and dispute claims, balancing the interests of cardholders, merchants, and the company.
  • Demonstrated expertise in identifying fraudulent transactions and providing optimal solutions for customer satisfaction.
  • Mentored and trained end-users on software, hardware, and network standards, ensuring they stayed updated on the latest technologies.
  • Strong in management, time management, negotiation, critical thinking, communication, and leadership.
  • Can start immediately.

Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Artisan

Strongest Behaviors

  • Formal, reserved, introspective, and skeptical of new people; requires “proof” to build trust in new people.
  • Detail-oriented and precise; follow-through is deep and literal to ensure tasks were completed in accordance with quality standards.
  • Operationally, as opposed to socially, focused. Thinks, in specific terms, about what needs to be done and how to do it accurately and flawlessly; follows, in a literal way, that execution plan.

Behavioral Summary
Nilric Hertzburg is thoughtful, disciplined, and particularly attentive to, careful of, and accurate with the details involved in the job. Identifies problems, and enjoys solving them, particularly within their area of expertise. Works at a steady, even pace, leveraging their background for the betterment of the team, company, or customer.


Employment History

Senior Operations Representative | Fraud and Disputes

Industry:

Banking / Financial Services

Employment Period:

June 2019 to July 2024 (60 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Determined the best resolution for fraud and disputes claim initiated by customers by reviewing documents provided by merchants and cardholders and making crucial decisions that will benefit the cardholders, merchants and Capital One.
  • Received calls for general inquiry displaying expertise in determining whether the customer has a disputed or fraudulent transactions.
  • Providing optimal solution for the customer maintaining customer satisfaction.
  • Training Mentor and Technical Expert Trained and supported end-users with software, hardware and network standards and use processes.
  • Remained up-to-date on latest technologies and solution applicable to company products in order to provide best support.

Training Mentor and Technical Expert

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

January 2016 to May 2019 (39 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Trained and supported end-users with software, hardware and network standards and use processes.
  • Remained up-to-date on latest technologies and solution applicable to company products in order to provide best support.

Customer Service Representative

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

January 2014 to February 2015 (12 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Communicated accurate information about promotions, customer programs and products, providing exceptional customer service and driving retention.
  • Built long-term, loyal customer relations by providing top- notch service and detailed account and service information.
  • Maintained strong reputation of efficiency and accuracy, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
  • Ensured superior customer experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Investigated and resolved accounting, service and delivery concerns.

Education History

Field of Study:

Science & Technology

Major:

Information Technology

Graduation Date:

March 31, 2008

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Customer Support, Back-office, Technical Support, Communication Skills, Active Listening,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Transactions, Data EntryTime ManagementCritical ThinkingHuman multitaskingPayment Processing

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Greater than 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/16592866811
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: HP
  • Processor: i5 vPro 8th Gen
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $10.13/hr

Mark

Candidate ID: 587092


ADVANCED

    Graphic Design, Social Media Management, Content Production, Digital Marketing...

INTERMEDIATE

    Lead Generation, Sales, CRM...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Full Time: $USD 10.13 per hour or $USD 1755.16 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Experience: Mark has 15 years of experience across industries, including malls, printing companies, and one of Luzon's largest appliance centers in the Philippines. He also has extensive freelance experience designing for clients in various sectors such as t-shirt printing, helmets and merchandise, events, food and beverage, real estate, and insurance companies.

Software Proficiency: Mark is skilled in Adobe Photoshop, Canva, and Da Vinci for video editing. He also utilizes iOS-based editing applications. He is highly proficient in designing social media banners, infographics, company handbooks, organizational and process charts, printed materials like tarpaulins, flyers, and billboards, as well as other company collaterals.

Specialization: Mark specializes in creating visually compelling designs for social media, marketing materials, and print. His expertise extends to producing company resources and collaborating with businesses to deliver high-quality, customized designs that align with brand objectives.

Strength: Mark is adaptable and eager to grow professionally by working with clients from diverse industries and nationalities. He is open to learning new tools and embracing different working environments, making him an excellent fit for remote, client-facing roles.

Home Office Setup: Mark’s home office includes a desktop computer powered by a Ryzen 5 processor with 16GB RAM, supported by a stable 100 Mbps fiber internet connection and mobile data backup for uninterrupted work.
Current Status: Mark has been freelancing from home since 2022, successfully collaborating with various business owners on projects. He is now actively seeking a remote job, particularly with Australian clients, to expand his professional network and develop his skills further.

SKILLS:
SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY:
ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
CANVA
DAVINCI RESOLVE

DESIGN CAPABILITIES:
SOCIAL MEDIA ADS
BANNERS AND BILLBOARDS
LOGOS AND FLYERS
BROCHURES AND LANYARDS
SUBLIMATION SHIRTS, HELMETS, AND
MERCHANDISE
ANYTHING BASED ON CLIENT REQUEST

CREATIVE ABILITIES:
CUSTOM DESIGNS FROM SCRATCH
CONTENT CREATION:
VIDEO EDITING FOR SOCIAL MEDIA
LOCAL VLOGGING FOCUSED ON THE
RIDING COMMUNITY
REGULARLY CREATING AND UPLOADING
VIDEOS AND SHORT CLIPS
 

Employment History

Digital Marketing Associate - Graphic Design

Industry:

Retail / Merchandise

Employment Period:

March 2015 to November 2022 (91 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Design a variety of marketing materials, including Company Organizational and Process Charts, ID and lanyard brochures, flyers, billboards, banners, and other.
  • Create visually engaging posters and short video clips for social media advertisements.
  • Craft compelling and relevant content captions tailored to social media platforms, ensuring alignment with the brand's voice and messaging.
  • branded collateral to support sales and promotional activities.
  • Lead generation through targeted social media strategies, managing customer inquiries about quotation, payment terms, warranties, and services via direct messages, comments, and emails.
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and external partners to support marketing initiatives.
  • Oversee the development of all marketing materials, from website banners to printed brochures and case studies, ensuring consistency in branding and messaging.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including design, web development, and sales, to ensure a cohesive marketing approach.
  • Measure and report on the performance of digital and offline marketing campaigns, assessing engagement.
  • Visit various branches to assess the condition of marketing materials, ensuring that they are properly installed, updated, or upgraded as needed.

Graphic Artist

Industry:

Retail / Merchandise

Employment Period:

February 2013 to March 2014 (13 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Design promotional materials such as posters, flyers, brochures, banners, billboards, and social media graphics for mall events, sales, seasonal promotions, and store campaigns.
  • Ensure all designs align with the mall’s branding guidelines and maintain a consistent visual identity across all platforms.
  • Design clear, attractive signage for mall interiors and exteriors, including wayfinding signs, store promotions, and event displays.
  • Work closely with the marketing team, mall tenants, and other departments to develop creative solutions for promotional and advertising needs.
  • Liaise with printers and vendors to ensure high-quality production of printed materials and timely delivery of collateral.
  • Stay updated on the latest design trends, particularly in retail and mall promotions, to keep the mall’s visual content fresh and appealing.

Graphic Artist

Industry:

Printing / Publishing

Employment Period:

April 2009 to January 2013 (45 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Create visually compelling designs for print materials such as posters, billboards, invitations, brochures, and flyers that align with client expectations and brand guidelines.
  • Meet with clients to understand their design needs, preferences, and vision for projects. Provide creative input and advice on materials and design choices.
  • Ensure that all designs are correctly formatted and prepared for print production, including color profiles, bleed, margins, and resolution settings.
  • Provide proofs to clients for review, make revisions based on feedback, and ensure final approval before production.
  • Work closely with the printing team to ensure design files are optimized for printing and ensure the final output meets quality standards.
  • Design across various formats and sizes, from small invitations to large billboards, ensuring quality and consistency.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of designs while meeting production deadlines.

FREELANCE - GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Industry:

Arts / Design / Fashion

Employment Period:

November 2022 to Present

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Create unique and appealing designs for Event materials, sublimation printing on shirts, helmet and riding vest ensuring compatibility with production techniques and client specifications.
  • eye-catching and engaging banners, posts, and advertisements for social media platforms that resonate with the target audience for business owner clients.
  • Develop visually compelling materials for business promotions, including but not limited to:
  • Flyers, Banners (for both digital and print use), Menu boards, Brochures, Billboards

Education History

Field of Study:

Computer Science/Information Technology

Major:

Information Technology

Graduation Date:

April 8, 2010

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Graphic Design, Social Media Management, Content Production, Digital Marketing, Graphics, Video Editing, Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Customer Relations, Customer Service,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Lead GenerationSalesCRM

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Between 5mbps to 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/16564904238
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Desktop
  • Brand Name: lenovo
  • Processor: RYZEN 5
  • Operating System: Windows 10

All-inclusive Rate: USD $6.69/hr

Geraldine

Candidate ID: 587080


ADVANCED

    Critical Thinking, Communication Skills, Analytical Skills, Customer Support...

INTERMEDIATE

    Microsoft Excel, Canva, Google Sheets, Microsoft Office...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Eastern Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Full Time: $USD 6.69 per hour or $USD 1159.61 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Geraldine has extensive experience in customer service, bookings, and team management. With over 15 years of customer service experience, including 4 years in remote roles, She has handled both inbound and outbound calls, managed client inquiries, and converted leads into sales. She previously worked in a related industry, scheduling bookings for home cleaning and laundry services, and has shown strong organizational skills in managing multiple bookings while avoiding scheduling conflicts.

She also held a team lead role, where she was responsible for overseeing performance, conducting call analysis, and creating action plans to address performance issues. Her responses indicate a methodical approach to resolving customer concerns, prioritizing active listening, validating customer feelings, and ensuring follow-ups to confirm resolution effectiveness.

Relevant Experience:
  • Handled 25+ inbound and 10–15 outbound calls daily for a home cleaning and laundry service provider.
  • Scheduled pick-ups and deliveries using CRM tools, balancing customer requests with route efficiency.
  • Increased conversion rates by introducing additional services based on customer needs.
  • Conducted call performance analysis and root cause analysis to enhance team efficiency.
  • Developed action plans to improve call handling and ensure quality customer service.
  • Skilled at diffusing difficult situations by validating customer concerns and providing effective resolutions.
  • Ensured follow-ups to confirm the success of resolutions, demonstrating accountability and reliability.
  • Proficient in using CRM tools for bookings and customer management (specific tools not named but similar to ServiceM8).
  • Experienced in route planning and schedule optimization for service efficiency.
Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Individualist

Strongest Behaviors
  • Private, serious, introspective, and reserved. Takes time to connect to and trust new people.
  • Focused; can concentrate on the task at hand for long periods. Quickly notices and understands technical matters more than social ones. Consistent and patiently thoughtful.
  • Works at a steady, unwavering pace; most comfortable with familiar processes, environments, and co-workers. Doesn’t easily change.
  • Task-focused; quickly notices and pushes to fix technical problems, assertively cutting through any personal/emotional issues. Has aptitude to spot trends in data or figure out how complex systems work.
  • Independent, analytical, critical, and creative thinking and action; little need for external validation before action. Private.
Behavioral Summary

Geraldine is independent and individualistic in thinking and behavior. Has strong ideas and opinions and expresses them with confidence and certainty.

Having a willingness to take risk, this individual is likely to develop and act on ideas that are distinctly new or unconventional. This is a creative and nonconformist personality.

In expressing and acting on their ideas, this individual is determined and persistent and has the kind of confidence and nerve involved in initiating innovation or change. Very determined and persistent, once a goal is set they’ll generally push hard to reach it, regardless of the goal’s popularity with others. Undaunted by criticisms or failures.


Employment History

CUSTOMER SERVICE PROFESSIONAL

Industry:

Insurance

Employment Period:

February 2020 to May 2022 (27 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate with departments to resolve client claims. 
  • Provide necessary documents for life insurance claims. 
  • Review policies, address client inquiries, and assist. 
  • Verify completeness of received documents. 
  • Collaborate across teams to track insurance applications.

VIRTUAL ASSISTANT / Customer Service Representative

Industry:

Others

Employment Period:

May 2022 to May 2024 (24 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Customer Service Lead 
  • Efficiently manage orders and deliveries. 
  • Coordinate with dispatch for special requests. 
  • Stay in touch with the fulfillment center regarding orders. 
  • Manage invoices and refunds for damaged items. 
  • Schedule home cleaning appointments.

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

June 2018 to February 2020 (20 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Offer customer support for mobile plan inquiries.
  • Resolve billing disputes by reviewing phone history and policies.
  • Suggest data plans and phone options for better service.

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

September 2016 to May 2018 (20 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide support to customers regarding their credit card account inquiries and assist with account maintenance. 
  • Present eligible customers with suitable financial products.

COACH

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

April 2013 to September 2016 (41 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Manage a team comprising a minimum of at least 15 members.
  • Collaborating with them and senior management throughout the entire process, encompassing goal establishment, performance execution, and attainment of predefined metrics.

COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

November 2008 to March 2013 (52 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prevent fraud through early detection. Recommend account blocking if it deviates from standards.
  • Identify reasons for account restriction and follow company policies and AML criteria. 
  • Monitor accounts not compliant with AML guidelines for potential blocking.
  • Input non-compliant KYC accounts into global wanted individuals database (e.g., FBI, Interpol, OFAC)

Education History

Field of Study:

Business Studies/Administration/Management

Major:

Marketing

Graduation Date:

November 3, 2008

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Critical Thinking, Communication Skills, Analytical Skills, Customer Support, Email Support, Email Handling, Inbound Sales, Outbound Sales, Booking Assistance,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Microsoft ExcelCanvaGoogle SheetsMicrosoft OfficeMS Teams

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Greater than 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/17272637582
  • Internet Type: DSL
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: Acer
  • Processor: 11th Gen Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-11400H @ 2.70GHz 2.69 GHz
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $7.67/hr

Minerva

Candidate ID: 586463


ADVANCED

    Salesforce CRM, CRM, Microsoft Office, Google Apps...

INTERMEDIATE

    Social Media Management...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Part Time Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Part Time: $USD 7.67 per hour or $USD 664.88 per month

Full Time: $USD 7.67 per hour or $USD 1329.77 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Mira has over 6 years of experience in administrative support, team leadership, and customer service. Her extensive experience in managing teams, developing training programs, and handling customer inquiries makes her a strong candidate for roles in administration and team management. 

Areas of Work:
  • Administrative Support
  • Team Leadership
  • Training and Development
  • Customer Service
  • Sales and Lead Generation
Industries:
  • Telecommunications
  • Insurance
  • Legal Services
Career Highlights / Relevant Projects:
  • Team Leader (Comcast)
    • Led, motivated, and coached a team of appointment setters for financial advisers.
    • Delegated tasks effectively, prioritized workload, and set clear performance expectations.
    • Monitored team performance, providing constructive feedback, coaching, and development opportunities.
    • Audited calls to ensure adherence to client standards and managed the hiring process, training, and onboarding of agents.
  • Supervisor (Comcast)
    • Led and coached a team of employees, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
    • Monitored team performance, provided feedback, and conducted performance reviews.
    • Addressed employee concerns, resolved conflicts, and ensured adherence to company policies and safety regulations.
    • Identified opportunities for process improvement and implemented changes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
  • Product Specific Trainer (Comcast)
    • Developed and maintained comprehensive training programs for technical account features and best practices.
    • Delivered impactful training sessions through various instructional methods.
    • Tailored training content to diverse learning styles and evaluated trainee comprehension through assessments.
    • Collaborated with subject matter experts to ensure training program effectiveness.
  • Insurance Quotation Specialist (Remote) (Home and Auto Insurance)
    • Conducted thorough needs assessments to recommend appropriate home and auto insurance policies.
    • Prepared accurate and competitive quotes and processed applications for new and existing policies.
    • Answered client questions regarding coverage, billing, and claims, providing ongoing customer service and support.
  • Technical Service Representative (Hybrid) (Comcast)
    • Diagnosed and resolved a wide range of technical issues through phone, chat, or email support.
    • Provided clear instructions to guide customers through troubleshooting steps and maintained strong customer relationships.
    • Documented interactions and tracked service resolutions to ensure optimal customer experience.
  • Lead Generation Specialist (Remote) (Schedule an appointment for attorneys)
    • Performed outbound calls on leads to check for a variety of cases and scheduled appointments for attorneys.
    • Ensured data in CRM systems were correct.
Skill Proficiency + Tech / Software Proficiency:

Skills:

  • Social Media Management (Intermediate)
  • Salesforce CRM (Advanced)
  • CRM (Advanced)
  • Microsoft Office (Advanced)
  • Google Apps (Advanced)

Mira is a highly skilled administrative professional with robust expertise in managing teams, developing training programs, and providing excellent customer service. Her strong skills in CRM management, team leadership, and process improvement make her a valuable asset for any organization. Minerva has a proven track record of enhancing team performance and ensuring high standards of service, demonstrating exceptional ability in various roles.

Predictive Index Profile Summary:

Profile: Scholar

Mira's Scholar profile indicates that she excels in analytical thinking and possesses a deep knowledge in her field. As a Scholar, she brings a methodical and detail-oriented approach to her work, ensuring thoroughness and precision. Her ability to analyze complex situations and develop effective solutions makes her a strong candidate for roles that require critical thinking and expertise. Minerva's Scholar profile complements her extensive experience, positioning her as a valuable asset in any organization.


Employment History

LEAD GENERATION SPECIALIST REMOTE

Industry:

Law / Legal

Employment Period:

July 2024 to Present

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Performing outbound call on leads to avail of a client- attorney matching program to check for variety of cases.
  • Schedule an appointment for attorneys. Ensuring data in CRM are correct.
  • TOOLS USED CRM, Salesforce, Pipedrive, Call tools, Aloware, EzLynx, Grasshopper, Ring Central, RingDNA, Five9, VICIDial G-suites, Calendly, Microsoft suites

TEAM LEADER

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

February 2024 to July 2024 (5 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead, motivate, and coach a team of appointment setters for financial advisers, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
  • Delegate tasks effectively, prioritizing workload and setting clear performance expectations.
  • Monitor team performance, providing constructive feedback, coaching, and development opportunities.
  • Auditing calls to see if it is following the call standard from the client.
  • Responsible for the hiring process, training and on boarding of each agents, equipping them before going live.

SUPERVISOR

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

April 2023 to January 2024 (9 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead, motivate, and coach a team of employees, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
  • Delegate tasks effectively, prioritizing workload and setting clear performance expectations.
  • Monitor team performance, providing constructive feedback, coaching, and development opportunities.
  • Address employee concerns, resolve conflicts, and maintain a professional work environment.
  • Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
  • Conduct performance reviews and recommend promotions or disciplinary actions as necessary.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
  • Communicate effectively with team members, senior management, and other departments.

PRODUCT SPECIFIC TRAINER

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

November 2019 to April 2023 (41 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain comprehensive training programs for Technical account features, functionalities, and best practices.
  • Deliver impactful training sessions, utilizing a variety of instructional methods including presentations, workshops, demonstrations, and hands-on activities.
  • Tailor training content to diverse learning styles and experience levels.
  • Evaluate trainee comprehension through assessments and provide ongoing coaching and support.
  • Stay up-to-date on product updates and industry trends, continuously refining training content.
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts and internal stakeholders to ensure training program effectiveness.

TECHNICAL SERVICE FRESPRESENTATIVE (HYBRID)

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

October 2018 to November 2019 (13 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Diagnose and resolve a wide range of technical issues through phone, chat, or email support.
  • Provide clear and concise instructions to guide customers through troubleshooting steps.
  • Utilize internal resources and knowledge base to identify solutions and escalate complex issues when necessary.
  • Maintain a positive and professional demeanor while fostering strong customer relationships.
  • Document interactions and track service resolutions to ensure optimal customer experience.
  • Stay up-to-date on the latest Xfinity products, features, and troubleshooting techniques.

INSURANCE QOUTATION SPECIALIST REMOTE

Industry:

Banking / Financial Services

Employment Period:

December 2023 to January 2023 (11 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct thorough needs assessments to understand client risks and recommend appropriate home and auto insurance policies.
  • Prepare accurate and competitive quotes tailored to individual client needs.
  • Process applications for new and existing policies, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company guidelines.
  • Answer client questions regarding coverage, billing, and claims.
  • Provide ongoing customer service and support, fostering positive relationships and ensuring client satisfaction. 

Education History

Field of Study:

Computer Science/Information Technology

Major:

INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY

Graduation Date:

March 26, 2009

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Salesforce CRM, CRM, Microsoft Office, Google Apps,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Social Media Management

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Between 5mbps to 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: N/A
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: Dell
  • Processor: Core i5
  • Operating System: Windows 10

All-inclusive Rate: USD $7.18/hr

Precious

Candidate ID: 584888


ADVANCED

    Inbound Calls, Outbound Calling, Customer Service, Chat Support...

INTERMEDIATE

    English Language...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Part Time Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Part Time: $USD 8.16 per hour or $USD 707.42 per month

Full Time: $USD 7.18 per hour or $USD 1244.69 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

  • Precious Pearl brings over a decade of diverse experience spanning industries such as customer support, financial services, legal advocacy, fitness, and telecommunication.
  • Her breadth of expertise includes appointment setting, billing, legal documentation, and technical support. 
  • 10+ years of professional experience in dynamic customer-focused roles.
  • Skilled in managing complex client engagements, from disability advocacy to financial services, emphasizing compliance and accuracy.
  • Provided end-to-end case management in legal advocacy, handling SSA communications, and ensuring claimants' informed status.
  • Delivered seamless customer experiences in vehicle logistics, fitness tech support, and financial service inquiries.
  • Known for consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining quality in high-volume environments across various sectors.
  • Exceptional customer support and communication skills, demonstrated in handling chat, email, and phone queries effectively.
  • Proficient in using CRM and various digital communication tools, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Strong organizational skills and time management, enabling the successful execution of multiple simultaneous tasks.
  • Expertise in technical troubleshooting, particularly in fitness software/hardware solutions.
  • Can start immediately.
Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Guardian 

Strongest Behaviors
  • Driven to protect the company against risk by thoroughly leveraging their background and strictly following “the book.”
  • Cautious; follows a well-established and proven plan to avoid making mistakes. Does the background research necessary to have proof to support decisions before action is taken.
  • Detail-oriented and accommodating; most comfortable working as part of a well-defined team for which they produce high-quality output and decisions.
Behavioral Summary

A very conscientious and disciplined person; particularly careful, thorough, and accurate in their work. This individual is exacting and strives to produce results that precisely meet the established goals. Works best where there are clear standards, expectations, reporting relationships and measurements for the work. Precious Pearl will depend upon professional training, their own experience, or management leadership, to provide those standards and the structure needed for their work.
 

Employment History

Customer Service Representative

Industry:

Others

Employment Period:

July 2014 to July 2019 (60 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

International Publishing Account (Appointment Setter)
  • Conduct outbound calls to promote and sell book bundles.
  • Present promotional offers to drive sales.
  • Collect and maintain accurate contact information for future campaigns.
  • Assess customer preferences and recommend appropriate book bundles. Schedule appointments or facilitate customer connections with sales representatives.
Money Transfer Account (Certified Money Transfer Expert):
  • Assist customers with sending and receiving money transfers.
  • Confirm transaction statuses and ensure funds are available for pick-up or delivery.
Rebate Processing Account (Customer Service Representative)
  • Verify rebate eligibility by reviewing customer documents.
  • Process and submit rebate applications accurately.
  • Track rebate statuses and address customer inquiries.
Telecommunication Account (Billing and Technical Specialist)
  • Provide detailed explanations of billing statements over the phone.
  • Resolve account issues efficiently for redirected subscribers.

Customer Service Representative

Industry:

Others

Employment Period:

July 2021 to April 2024 (33 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Social Security Disability Advocacy Account:
  • Assess client eligibility for disability claims and gather necessary documentation. Schedule and follow up on appointments, keeping clients informed about claim status.
  • Coordinate with the SSA Office and medical providers for updates and information.
Car Auction Account:
  • Collect and confirm vehicle pickup details from customers.
  • Schedule and coordinate vehicle pickups, ensuring proper documentation.
Fitness Account
  • Handle membership and order inquiries via email and live chat.
  • Manage membership tasks (reactivation, cancellations, payments, updates).
  • Resolve member dissatisfaction and escalate issues when needed.
  • Address hardware/software issues with fitness devices.
Finance Services Account:
  • Respond to email and text inquiries from members promptly.
  • Process refunds, lift account suspensions, and notify members about overdraft limits.
  • Assess eligibility for overdraft privileges.

Education History

Field of Study:

Education/Teaching/Training

Major:

Elementary

Graduation Date:

May 14, 2011

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

License Teacher


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Inbound Calls, Outbound Calling, Customer Service, Chat Support, Email Support,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    English Language

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Between 5mbps to 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/17028994021
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: Acer
  • Processor: 11th Gen Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-1155G7 @ 2.50GHz 2.50 GHz
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $8.65/hr

Ma.

Candidate ID: 584877


ADVANCED

    Organizational Skills, Email Support, Phone Support, Chat Support...

INTERMEDIATE

    Administrative Support...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time New Zealand Daylight Time US Pacific Standard Time US Mountain Standard Time US Central Standard Time US Eastern Standard Time UK London
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Full Time: $USD 8.65 per hour or $USD 1499.92 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Louribeth (Lors) brings a solid track record in U.S. legal virtual assistance, specializing in document handling, medical records, and case management support. Her blend of legal admin and BPO background equips her with both precision and client service orientation. She has strong technical capabilities include database management, data entry, and legal correspondence. She's well-suited for any role that requires U.S. legal familiarity, administrative rigor, and client communication skills.

  • 3+ years as a Legal Virtual Assistant at a Law Firm in LA, California.
  • She has over 6 years combined experience in legal and case management support.
  • Tasks include preparing legal documents, retrieving and following up on medical and billing records, scheduling attorney meetings, and maintaining case files.
  • Has worked in client-facing roles both in legal and BPO settings, handling email, phone, and chat support.
  • Experience managing sensitive and confidential records.
  • Worked closely with U.S.-based attorneys and case managers.
  • Handled Social Security Disability (SSDI, SSI) applications and follow-ups with SSA.

Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Operator

  • Unhurried and deliberate, stable and will do things using the established process; finds it difficult to change these systems. Dependable, consistent and needs familiar environments and coworkers to be most productive.
  • Cooperative, easy-going, and agreeable in getting along with others. A focused, uncritical listener who won’t “rock the boat.”
  • Methodical, steady, and even-paced; loses productivity when interrupted.

Helpful, patient, and stable; works steadily and consistently. Respectful of established processes, standards, and policies, they will work within those standards to ensure repeated successes and high-quality results. Ma. Louribeth C. has the patience and tolerance required for routine work and can be relied on to do such work consistently and in a relaxed manner. Prefers having, and following, a well thought-out process to ensure success. If they are responsible for establishing the process, they will do so in a thoughtful, methodical manner, paying close attention to details and time-honored successes. Once established, they’ll expect that the process be followed consistently.

Will focus on the details of the work and will handle them with somewhat better than average accuracy. In work involving repeated contact with people, Louribeth will be pleasant, agreeable, and supportive. Derives satisfaction from helping others and likes to feel part of a secure team.


Employment History

Legal Virtual Assistant

Industry:

Law / Legal

Employment Period:

January 2022 to March 2025 (37 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Organizing Case Files: Maintain and organize case files for easy access.
  • Case Updates: Track case progress and deadlines, providing updates to case managers.
  • Preparing Case Summaries: Help prepare summaries of legal documents for case managers.
  • Case Preparation: Compile key case facts, medical records, and legal documents for case preparation.
  • Drafting Legal Documents: Assist in drafting routine legal documents (e.g., medical and billing record requests)
  • Reviewing Legal Documents: Ensure documents are accurate and properly formatted.
  • Retrieving Medical and Billing Documents: Contact medical providers to obtain necessary records.
  • Follow Up on Medical and Billing Requests: Ensure timely follow-up to avoid case delays.
  • Follow Up with Health Insurance Companies: Confirm lien statuses and resolve any issues with health insurance companies.
  • Confidentiality: Handle legal information and client data with confidentiality.
  • Compliance: Ensure tasks comply with laws, regulations, and firm policies.
  • Meetings and Appointments: Schedule meetings between attorneys and case managers.

Advocate Representative for a Social Security Disability Advocacy Group

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

September 2019 to January 2022 (27 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Proactively contact potential claimants to assess their eligibility for SSDI and SSI benefits by asking detailed questions about their disability, medical history, and work history.
  • Receive calls from individuals seeking information or assistance with applying for SSDI and SSI benefits, providing them with clear guidance on the application process and eligibility requirements.
  • Responsible for informing claimants of their disability claim status.
  • Conducting follow-ups with the SSA Office to obtain the latest updates on disability claims.
  • Updating claimant's contact details accurately and timely.
  • Collecting and consolidating medical updates from the claimants.  Proactively communicating with claimants to request necessary information for the SSA office.
  • Sending emails promptly to the relevant department, particularly for hearing-level cases.

Education History

Field of Study:

Business Studies/Administration/Management

Major:

Marketing Management

Graduation Date:

January 3, 2022

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Organizational Skills, Email Support, Phone Support, Chat Support, Medical Records Research, Administrative Support, Office Administration, Communication Skills, Database Administration, Data Entry,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Administrative Support

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Greater than 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: N/A
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: Dell
  • Processor: 11th Gen Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-1155G7 @ 2.50GHz
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $8.16/hr

Ma

Candidate ID: 583838


ADVANCED

    Human Resource Management, Recruiting, Administrative Support, Administrative Skills...

INTERMEDIATE

    Canva, Social Media Management...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time New Zealand Daylight Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Full Time: $USD 8.16 per hour or $USD 1414.85 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Monica has over 8 years of relevant work experience in HR and Recruitment. With her experience, she has honed her skills in managing end-to-end recruitment processes, developing effective recruitment strategies, and ensuring seamless collaboration with clients to evaluate candidate suitability. Her extensive experience in remote and freelance recruitment roles highlights her adaptability and proficiency in handling diverse recruitment challenges.
Work Experience
  • Experience in HR and recruitment includes but not limited to:
    • Relevant areas of work include sourcing
    • Screening Applicants
    • Coordinating interviews
    • Negotiating offers
    • ATS utilization
    • Market Research
    • End-to-End Recruitment
  • Worked in various industries including gaming, retail, and consultancy.
  • Experienced in using recruitment and project management tools:
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • Indeed
    • Monster
    • Recruit ‘Em
    • Xray Recruit
    • RecruiterFlow
    • Trello
    • Asana
    • ClickUp
    • Clockify.
Skill Proficiency + Tech / Software Proficiency:
  • Proficient in recruitment and HR tasks, including sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates.
  • Skilled in using ATS and recruitment software such as RecruiterFlow, SmartRecruiters, Podio, Jobvite, and Zoho Recruit.
  • Experienced with project management tools like Trello, Asana, ClickUp, and Clockify, enhancing her ability to manage recruitment projects efficiently.
  • Extensive use of Google and MS applications, as well as communication tools like Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram, Slack, and MS Teams.

Monica is available anytime for Full-time opportunities.
Predictive Index Reference Profile - Persuader

 

Employment History

Recruitment Specialist

Industry:

Human Resources Management / Consulting

Employment Period:

November 2022 to July 2024 (20 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Utilized various sourcing channels (job boards, social media, networking, and referrals) to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
  • Developed and implemented effective recruitment strategies to reach potential candidates.
  • Reviewed resumes and applications, conducted video interviews, and assessed candidates’ qualifications, skills, and experience.
  • Collaborated with offshore clients to evaluate candidates’ skills and cultural fit.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS) or recruitment software.
  • Tracked candidate progress throughout the recruitment process, including interview feedback, assessment results, and communication history.

Freelance Recruitment Consultant

Industry:

Human Resources Management / Consulting

Employment Period:

October 2022 to December 2023 (13 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conducted end-to-end recruiting processes, including sourcing, screening, coordinating, interviewing, negotiating, and offer acceptance for a portfolio of high-priority requisitions.
  • Supported various clients, both technical and non-technical.
  • Identified and endorsed pre-selected candidates for interviews with hiring managers and further assessments.
  • Attended requisition calls with the client’s Hiring Manager to fully understand job requirements and ensure clear communication to candidates.
  • Coordinated with line managers to schedule qualified candidates for interviews.

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Industry:

Human Resources Management / Consulting

Employment Period:

August 2021 to October 2022 (13 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Team Leadership and Support:

    • Acted as the team lead, assisting fellow recruitment consultants with their account-related concerns.
    • Formulated and planned effective recruitment strategies to place candidates successfully.
  • Recruitment Process:

    • Assisted in end-to-end recruiting processes (sourcing, screening, coordinating, interviewing, negotiating, and offer acceptance) for high-priority requisitions.
    • Supported various clients, both technical and non-technical.
    • Identified and endorsed pre-selected candidates for interviews with hiring managers and further assessments.
  • Market Research and Communication:

    • Conducted market research to understand talent availability, competitive compensation packages, and recruitment strategies used by other organizations.
    • Attended requisition calls with client Hiring Managers to fully understand job requirements and ensure clear communication to candidates.
    • Coordinated with line managers to schedule qualified candidates for interviews.
  • Tools and Software Proficiency:

    • Administered Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), updating applicant status accurately and timely.
    • Utilized Boolean key strings and skill-set sourcing techniques.
    • Extensively used MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word), MS Teams, Google Meets, and other web and video conferencing platforms (Viber, Skype).

Independent Contractor HR Consultant

Industry:

Human Resources Management / Consulting

Employment Period:

February 2018 to August 2022 (54 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Overseeing the HR Department in timekeeping, payroll, recruitment, and employee engagement.
  • Handling all HR tasks, including recruitment & selection, learning & development, timekeeping, compensation & benefits, and employee & labor relations.
  • Resolving issues related to delivery riders, drivers, and warehouse personnel.

HR Recruitment Assistant

Industry:

Human Resources Management / Consulting

Employment Period:

October 2018 to February 2020 (16 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Orchestrated end-to-end recruitment processes:
    • including candidate screening
    • initial interviews
    • candidate endorsement
    • ATS updates
    • creation of candidate profiles for client submission
  • Other admin duties:
    • Resolved issues related to delivery
      • Riders, drivers, and warehouse personnel.

HR Associate

Industry:

Entertainment / Media

Employment Period:

September 2017 to January 2018 (4 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assisted our HR Director with various HR tasks.
  • Acted as the company’s Technical Recruiter, handling IT, web design, and web development openings.
  • Actively participated in and served as the main point person for the company’s Employee Engagement initiatives.

HR Officer

Industry:

Consulting (IT / Science / Engineering & Technical)

Employment Period:

February 2016 to July 2017 (17 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Handled various HR tasks, including recruitment & selection (both local and expat), learning & development, timekeeping, compensation & benefits, and employee & labor relations.
  • Reported directly to our HR Director.
  • Managed expat employees’ staff houses and facilitated the processing of their respective visas.
  • Coordinated flight bookings for employees and management, along with hotel reservations.

HR Officer

Industry:

Retail / Merchandise

Employment Period:

August 2015 to January 2016 (5 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Handled all HR tasks such as:
  • recruitment & selection
  • learning & development
  • timekeeping
  • compensation & benefits
  • employee & labor relations

HR Officer/Executive Assistant

Industry:

Grooming / Beauty / Fitness

Employment Period:

June 2014 to July 2015 (12 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Handled various HR tasks, including recruitment & selection, learning & development, timekeeping, compensation & benefits, and employee & labor relations.
  • Reported directly to the HR Head/Director.
  • Acted as the HR Director’s Executive Assistant.
  • Managed four branches of the salon brand, overseeing personnel schedules.
  • Responsible for training schedules and creative demos for the salon’s carried brands.
  • Filled in as the salon receptionist when the branch manager was unavailable.

And here are the tools you’ve used:

  • Job Platforms: LinkedIn, Facebook, Indeed, Monster, Jobstreet
  • Sourcing Extensions: Recruit 'Em, Xray Recruit, RecruiterFlow, Boolean, Kendo
  • Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS): RecruiterFlow, SmartRecruiters, Podio, Jobvite, Zoho Recruit
  • Project Management/Time Tracker Tools: Trello, Asana, ClickUp, Webwork, Clockify, Jibble, Calendly, Worksnaps, MS Bookings
  • Communication Apps: Zoom, LINE, Skype, WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram, Slack, MS Teams, Outlook, ChatGPT, Bard, Trumpet

Education History

Field of Study:

Mass Communications

Major:

Mass Communication

Graduation Date:

March 1, 2012

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Human Resource Management, Recruiting, Administrative Support, Administrative Skills,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    CanvaSocial Media Management

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Greater than 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: https://www.speedtest.net/result/16526012196
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: HP
  • Processor: AMD Ryzen 5
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $9.64/hr

Jose

Candidate ID: 573215


ADVANCED

    B2B Calling, Outbound Appointment Setting, Outbound Sales, Inbound Calls...

INTERMEDIATE

    Salesforce CRM, Technical Support, Smartphone Technical Support, Tele Sales...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Full Time: $USD 9.64 per hour or $USD 1670.08 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Jari brings over a decade of well-rounded experience in customer-facing roles within the business process outsourcing (BPO), telecommunications, and tech support industries. His most recent experience includes a freelance SDR role in the consulting industry, where he handled lead generation, prospecting, and appointment setting. Prior to that, he held a long-term position as a Sales Account Executive in the telecommunications sector, where he was responsible for end-to-end sales cycle management, client consultation, and strategic sales execution. Notably, he led a high-impact project focused on accelerating sales conversions through a one-call close approach.

He has the ability to handle different communication channels to ensure generating quality leads and prospects and he's skilled in Sales and Support to achieve the best interest of Company and Client.

He was a B2B Sales Account Executive in RingCentral for 5 years where he's responsible for:

  • selling and managing a complete range of RingCentral products and services

  • implementing of sales strategy though comprehensive understanding of the sales process and development of consultative selling skills

  • lead identification, qualification and sales pipeline management

  • management of sales life cycle from lead generation to close

Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Individualist

Strongest Behaviors: 

  • Risk-taking, daring, and focus on future goals; this individual is more concerned with where they’re going than either how they’ll get there, or where they’ve been. Adaptable, operates flexibly.

  • Task-focused; quickly notices and pushes to fix technical problems, assertively cutting through any personal/emotional issues. Has aptitude to spot trends in data or figure out how complex systems work.

Behavioral Summary:

Jari is independent and individualistic in thinking and behavior. Has strong ideas and opinions and expresses them with confidence and certainty.

Having a willingness to take risk, this individual is likely to develop and act on ideas that are distinctly new or unconventional. This is a creative and nonconformist personality.

In expressing and acting on their ideas, this individual is determined and persistent and has the kind of confidence and nerve involved in initiating innovation or change. Very determined and persistent, once a goal is set they’ll generally push hard to reach it, regardless of the goal’s popularity with others. Undaunted by criticisms or failures.

 

  • He has thirteen years of progressive experience in Sales, B2B Account Management, and Customer Support.
  • He has the ability to handle different communication channels to ensure generating quality leads and prospects and he's skilled in Sales and Support to achieve the best interest of Company and Client.
  • He was a Sales Account Executive in RingCentral for 5 years where he's responsible for:
    • selling and managing a complete range of RingCentral products and services
    • implementing of sales strategy though comprehensive understanding of the sales process and development of consultative selling skills
    • lead identification, qualification and sales pipeline management
    • management of sales life cycle from lead generation to close

Employment History

Appointment Setter/Sales

Industry:

Consulting (IT / Science / Engineering & Technical)

Employment Period:

October 2011 to May 2012 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Utilized CRM software to track customer interactions, ensuring consistent follow-up and issue resolution.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services

Customer Service Representative

Industry:

Banking / Financial Services

Employment Period:

May 2012 to May 2013 (12 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Investigated and resolved accounting, service, and delivery concerns.

Technical Support Advisor

Industry:

Consulting (IT / Science / Engineering & Technical)

Employment Period:

May 2017 to November 2017 (6 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
  • Investigated and resolved issues with Apple devices, service, and troubleshooting concerns

Sales Account Executive

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

November 2018 to June 2024 (66 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for selling and managing a complete range of RingCentral products and services.
  • Implementation of sales strategy through a comprehensive understanding of the sales process and developing consultative selling skills.
  • Lead identification, qualification, and sales pipeline management.
  • Manage sales life cycle from lead generation to close.
  • Contribute to the highest levels of prospect and customer service satisfaction.
  • Spearheaded the successful project: Digital Sales Accelerator, focusing on one-call close deals.
  • Worked on providing implementation and maintenance support
  • Worked with sales teams to help package, price, and optimize large transactions

Freelancer

Industry:

Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPO

Employment Period:

January 2024 to February 2025 (13 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Worked as SDR for Opex Advisors (cold calling, appointment setter)
  • Lead identification and qualification.
  • Prospecting, nurturing leads, and appointment setting.

Education History

Field of Study:

Computer Science/Information Technology

Major:

Computer Engineering and Technology

Graduation Date:

January 1, 2011

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

N/A


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    B2B Calling, Outbound Appointment Setting, Outbound Sales, Inbound Calls, Inbound Sales,

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Salesforce CRMTechnical SupportSmartphone Technical SupportTele SalesLead Generation

Work at Home Capabilities:

  • Internet Bandwidth: Greater than 100mbps
  • Working Environment: Private Room
  • Speed Test Result: N/A
  • Internet Type: Fiber
  • Hardware Type: Laptop
  • Brand Name: Acer
  • Processor: i5
  • Operating System: Windows 11

All-inclusive Rate: USD $9.64/hr

Charmine

Candidate ID: 572002


ADVANCED

    Material Cost Estimation, Quantity Surveying, PlanSwift...

INTERMEDIATE

    Bluebeam Software, ArchiCad, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central...

Employment Preferences

Availability:
Full Time
Preferred Timezone:
Australian Western Standard Time Australian Central Standard Time Australian Eastern Standard Time
Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Full Time: $USD 9.64 per hour or $USD 1670.08 per month

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Charmine is a highly skilled professional with extensive experience in cost estimation, quantity surveying, and project management. With a solid background in the construction and engineering industries, Charmine has worked on various projects across Australia, ensuring accurate cost estimates, detailed quantity takeoffs, and effective coordination with stakeholders. Her expertise in using software tools like Bluebeam, ArchiCad, and PlanSwift further enhances her ability to deliver precise and reliable project estimates.

Areas of Work:
  • Cost Estimation
  • Quantity Surveying
  • Project Management
  • Material Cost Estimation
  • Contractor Accreditation
Industries:
  • Construction
  • Engineering
Career Highlights / Relevant Projects:
  • Cost Estimator 2 (Wisdom Homes Sydney Home Builder, June 2023 - April 2024)

    • Liaised with consultants, pre-site and on-site coordinators, and drafting personnel to ensure consistency in documents.
    • Performed detailed cost estimates, ensuring cost projections were within the projected margin.
    • Managed margin declarations, budget approvals, and the release of jobs to sites, including raising purchase orders and approving necessary expenditures.
    • Coordinated with the Sydney office regarding estimation updates, supplier price increases, site issues, and other related matters.
  • Quantity Surveyor 2 (101 Residential Homes Perth Home Builder, August 2021 - June 2023)

    • Worked closely with prestart and drafting teams to maintain document consistency.
    • Performed detailed cost estimates, ensuring budget adherence within contract terms.
    • Supervised junior quantity surveyors' takeoffs and provided revisions to quantities and costs due to variations or supplier changes.
    • Coordinated with the Perth office for any corrections, clarifications, or ambiguities related to project documentation.
  • Estimator (Consolidated Energy, July 2019 - August 2021)

    • Provided detailed takeoff estimates with visual diagrams for insulation projects across Australia (WA, NSW, Victoria, ACT, QLD).
    • Analyzed drawings, specifications, and other requirements to prepare comprehensive cost estimates.
    • Ensured estimates complied with Basix and Nathers regulations.
    • Gained exposure and training in cost estimation for projects from Allcastle Homes - Sydney and BGC Residential - WA.
  • Accreditation of Contractor's/Consultant (Realcognita, September 2018 - September 2018)

    • Engaged in the accreditation process for contractors and consultants.
Skill Proficiency + Tech / Software Proficiency:

Skills:

  • Material Cost Estimation (Advanced)
  • Quantity Surveying (Advanced)
  • PlanSwift (Advanced)
  • Bluebeam Software (Intermediate)
  • ArchiCad (Intermediate)
  • Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (Intermediate)

Charmine is a highly experienced cost estimator and quantity surveyor with a strong focus on delivering accurate project estimates and managing construction-related documentation. Her proficiency in advanced estimation techniques and her experience with industry-standard software make her a valuable asset in the engineering and construction sectors. Charmine's ability to coordinate effectively with multiple stakeholders, coupled with her technical expertise, ensures the successful completion of projects within budget and on time.


Employment History

Cost Estimator 2

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

May 2023 to April 2024 (10 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Liaise with Consultants, Pre-site and On-site Coordinators, Drafting, and relevant personnel to ensure consistency in the document
  • Perform detailed cost estimate and ensure that cost projection will be within the projected margin.
  • Responsible for margin declaration and locking in of budget once the estimated cost has been approved.
  • Responsible for releasing of job to site that includes raising of Purchase Orders and approval of necessary expenditures that is outside the projected margin.
  • Responsible for any estimating issues that will arise after job release, including but not limited to the revision of quantities and cost due to variations, change in suppliers, answers to queries.
  •  Proper coordination with the Sydney office regarding any estimation updates/changes, supplier price increase, site issues, or ambiguities to the job and any related documents thereto.

Quantity Surveyor 2

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

July 2021 to May 2023 (22 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Liaise with Prestart, Drafting, and relevant personnel to ensure document consistency.
  • Perform detailed cost estimate and ensure that cost projection will be within the contract budget.
  • Checking of junior quantity surveyors' takeoff prior sending to Perth.
  • Responsible for any revision to quantities and cost due to variations, change in suppliers, answers to queries, if will be requested by Perth office.
  • Proper coordination with the Perth office regarding any hitlist, corrections, clarification or ambiguities to the job and any related documents thereto.

Estimator

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

June 2019 to August 2021 (25 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide detailed takeoff estimates with visual diagram for wall, floor and ceiling insulation incl building wraps of residential and commercial projects to Australian clients (WA, NSW, Victoria, ACT, QLD)
  • Analyze drawing, specification, and other requirements in preparation for comprehensive cost estimate
  • Ensure that estimate comply with the Basix and Nathers
  • Had been exposed to and trained in the cost estimation of projects from Allcastle Homes - Sydney and BGC Residential - WA.

Resident Engineer

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

March 2018 to August 2018 (5 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct inspection on site to ensure all work is complying with the approved drawings and schedule
  • Coordinate site works and design issues to project manager, and/or project’s consultant s and owner
  • Evaluate/Reconcile assigned contractor and owner supplied materials (OSM) supplier billing
  • Estimate materials/equipment for deductive and additive works reconciliation with contractor prior to issuance of change order

Contractors/Consultant

Industry:

Construction / Building / Engineering

Employment Period:

July 2019 to August 2021 (25 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide detailed takeoff es mates with visual diagram for insula on to Australian clients (WA, NSW, Material Engineer 1 Passer Victoria, ACT, QLD)
  • Analyze drawing, specifica on, and other requirements in prepara on for comprehensive cost es mate
  • Ensure that es mate comply with the Basix and Nathers Board Examination Passer
  • Had been exposed to and trained in the cost es ma on of projects from Allcastle Homes - Sydney and BGC Residen al - WA.

Contractors/Consultant

Industry:

Employment Period:

July 2019 to August 2021 (25 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

(formerly B&S Design Services) 5F Avecshares Centre, BGC, Taguig City Accreditation of Es mator July 2019 - August 2021 Contractor's/Consultant' s • Provide detailed takeoff es mates with visual diagram for insula on to Australian clients (WA, NSW, Material Engineer 1 Passer Victoria, ACT, QLD) • Analyze drawing, specifica on, and other requirements in prepara on for comprehensive cost es mate • June 2019 Master Plumbers • Ensure that es mate comply with the Basix and Nathers Board Examination Passer • Had been exposed to and trained in the cost es ma on of projects from Allcastle Homes - Sydney and BGC Residen al - WA. RM Cabanela CMC 210 Grace Bldg, Ortigas Ave, Greenhills, San Juan City

Surveyor

Industry:

Property / Real Estate

Employment Period:

August 2021 to June 2023 (22 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Liaise with Prestart, Drawing, and relevant personnel to ensure document consistency.
  • Provide detailed cos ng analyzation and quantity take off
  • Checking of junior quantity surveyors' takeoff prior to the locking of budget and creation of Purchase Orders.
ACHIEVEMENT:
  • Responsible for any revision to quantities and cost due to variations, change in suppliers, answers to queries, if will be requested by Perth office.
  • November 2017 Civil
  • Proper coordintion with the Perth office regarding any hitlist, corrections, clarification or ambiguities
  • Engineering Board to the job and any related documents thereto. Examination Passer

Surveyor

Industry:

Employment Period:

August 2021 to June 2023 (22 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

August 2021 - June 2023 • Liaise with Prestart, Dra ing, and relevant personnels to ensure document consistency. • Provide detailed cos ng analyza on and quan ty take off • Checking of junior quan ty surveyors' takeoff prior to the locking of budget and crea on of Purchase Orders. ACHIEVEMENT: • Responsible for any revision to quan es and cost due to varia ons, change in suppliers, answers to queries, if will be requested by Perth office. • November 2017 Civil • Proper coordina on with the Perth office regarding any hitlist, correc ons, clarifica on or ambigui es Engineering Board to the job and any related documents thereto. Examination Passer

Cost Estimator 2 – Wisdom Homes (Sydney Home Builder)

Industry:

Property / Real Estate

Employment Period:

June 2023 to February 2024 (8 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Liaise with Consultants, Pre-site and On-site Coordinators, Drawing, and relevant personnel to ensure Design Coordinates Inc. consistency in the documents. 
  • Perform detailed takeoff es mates and accurate cost projection SM Sta Rosa BPO Project
  •  Attends to the Supervisor/supplier queries and raise additional orders or amend if necessary. Sta. Rosa City, Laguna
  • Responsible for releasing of job to site that includes raising of Purchase Orders and approval of necessary expenditures that is outside the projected margin. August-November 2016
  • Responsible for any es ma ng issues that will arise a er job release, including but not limited to the revision of quantities and cost due to variations, change in suppliers, answers to queries.: • Proper coordination with the Sydney office regarding any es ma on updates/changes, supplier price increase, site issues, or ambiguities to the job and any related documents thereto. 

Industry:

Employment Period:

June 2023 to February 2024 (8 Months)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Liaise with Consultants, Pre-site and On-site Coordinators, Dra ing, and relevant personnels to ensure Design Coordinates Inc. consistency in the documents. • Perform detailed takeoff es mates and accurate cost projec on. SM Sta Rosa BPO Project • A ends to the Supervisor/supplier queries and raise addi onal orders or amend if necessary. Sta. Rosa City, Laguna • Responsible for releasing of job to site that includes raising of Purchase Orders and approval of necessary expenditures that is outside the projected margin. August-November 2016 • Responsible for any es ma ng issues that will arise a er job release, including but not limited to the revision of quan es and cost due to varia ons, change in suppliers, answers to queries. PERSONAL DETAILS: • Proper coordina on with the Sydney office regarding any es ma on updates/changes, supplier price Date of Birth: August 25, 1995 increase, site issues, or ambigui es to the job and any related documents thereto. Civil Status: Single

Education History

Field of Study:

Engineering (Civil)

Major:

Civil Engineering

Graduation Date:

June 8, 2017

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification: :

Licensed Civil Engineer Registered Master Plumber Accredited Materials Engineer 1


Skills

ADVANCED ★★★

    Material Cost EstimationQuantity SurveyingPlanSwift

INTERMEDIATE ★★

    Bluebeam SoftwareArchiCadMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

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*includes service fee. Please note that hourly rates are linked to the exchange rate, and fluctuate slightly from month to month.

**Please note that hourly rates are linked to the exchange rate and fluctuate slightly from month to month.

#2. The Abdicator Who Disappears After Assigning

Meanwhile, there’s another type of manager who is the opposite of the micromanager.

While the micromanager constantly hovers over new hires, an abdicator disappears completely after delegating a task.

Illustration:

Gail is assigned to supervise Anna, a new offshore hire. To get her started, Gail sends an email on Friday at 5 PM with the instructions: “Here is the client data. Please build a 20-slide deck by Monday. You’re the expert, so I’ll leave the creatives to you.”

Anna accepts the task willingly, but she has many questions about the client profile, as she was not given sufficient information. She tries to reach out to Gail, but receives no response over the weekend.

On Monday, Anna is unable to complete the task, leaving Gail frustrated and blaming Anna.

#3. The Assumer Who Thinks “It’s Obvious”

Finally, there’s the assumer, a manager who expects everyone, including new hires, to “just get it” instantly.

This type of manager often has a lot of experience and expertise – but unfairly expects the same level of understanding from everyone else.

Illustration:

Owen has been with the company for a decade and is assigned to monitor Alex, the new offshore hire. On the first day, Owen tells Alex to run the weekly report. While this instruction seems obvious to Owen, it actually involves:

  1. Pulling data from three different sources;
  2. Cross-referencing them in an Excel spreadsheet; and
  3. Sending a PDF copy immediately afterward.

Without this specific knowledge, Alex complied with the instructions as best as he could. He did a standard report and handed it over to Owen who was baffled at the results and ends up berating Alex for not exercising his best judgment – when the latter wasn’t given enough context and background information to begin with.

What Great Handoffs Actually Look Like

The above examples show how easily managers can undermine new offshore hires, often without even realizing it.

Now that we know what not to do, let’s take a look at what effective handoffs look like.

  • Shared Understanding, Not Just Assigned Tasks – Assigning tasks is not enough. It’s equally important to explain why a task is being assigned. When a new hire understands the overall business objective, they can make informed decisions and smart pivots when facing roadblocks, rather than waiting for instructions.
  • Clear, Documented Expectations and Samples – Create a checklist outlining what a completed task should look like, and include tangible benchmarks. For example, provide examples of finished tasks so the offshore hire can see exactly what “success” looks like and replicate it effectively.
  • First 30 Days of Feedback Built-In – A great handoff begins as early as the first week. Spend at least 10 minutes providing feedback to the offshore hire, helping them build confidence in their work. Be clear and encouraging, letting them know that questions are expected and they should never hesitate to ask. This proactive approach helps prevent small misunderstandings, especially in a remote setting.

Fixing the Handoff: A Quick Audit for Leaders

Since we’ve covered what goes wrong in a handoff and who’s responsible, let’s now focus on how to fix it by asking the right questions.

Does Someone Own the Onboarding Process?

If everyone is responsible for the new hire, no one truly is.

Accountability cannot be shared across an entire department. The offshore hire should clearly know who to approach when an immediate issue arises.

Are Deliverables or Outcomes Being Delegated?

Delegation is at the heart of every successful project. When done right, it ensures accountability and helps maintain a high quality of work.

More importantly, proper delegation ensures team members are not left hanging. When they finish tasks early, they know what to do next without having to ask.

What Happens After the First 7 Days?

Onboarding is a marathon. It doesn’t end after you hand over login details.

After the first week, they should be in learning mode with the guidance of their immediate supervisor or mentor. They can observe how their managers work, while managers review their output without micromanaging.

By Day 7, the hire should clearly know what they are expected to master by Day 30.

How Remote Staff Ensures Handoff Success

Handoff and onboarding may seem straightforward; however, they come with nuances that can be tedious and time-consuming.

As a result, many business owners delegate these tasks to outsource providers and Employers of Record like Remote Staff.

For 18 years and counting, Remote Staff has helped Western businesses with administrative support, including onboarding. When it comes to outsourcing, Remote Staff uses a pre-vetting process to ensure candidates are already skilled and experienced in their field.

More importantly, they assign a dedicated account manager to ensure remote workers are properly trained and onboarded, both during the first 7 days and beyond the first 30 days.

FAQs – Offshore Handoffs and Delegation Clarity

Here are some frequently asked questions about failed offshore handoffs and effective delegation for offshore hires.

#1. Why Do Offshore Hires “Fail” Even When They Look Good on Paper?

Skilled offshore workers often don’t fail due to a lack of talent but because they lack context.

When leaders assign tasks without proper SOPs or instructions, the hire is left to guess. And these guesses are often mistaken for poor performance rather than gaps in guidance.

#2. Who Should Own the Onboarding Process?

Onboarding is a shared responsibility, but it should primarily fall on the manager or direct supervisor. Define what success looks like, provide clear examples, and set 30-60-90 day milestones.

If you lack the time or expertise to onboard effectively, you can rely on third parties like Remote Staff, who specialize in offshore onboarding and administration.

#3. How Much Documentation Is Too Much?

The right documentation focuses on speed, not quantity. It becomes counterproductive when reviewing SOPs slows a new hire instead of helping them work faster.

In other words, if your hire spends their first week just reading manuals instead of doing tasks, you’ve fallen into the trap of documentation paralysis.

#4. Can Remote Staff Help with Handoff Planning?

Yes! Remote Staff handles the onboarding process and supports business owners with administrative tasks like payroll, time tracking, and employee assistance.

With these time-consuming duties taken off your plate, you can focus on giving clear instructions for the tasks where you need help the most.

#5. Should I Start with Simple Tasks or Go All-In?

It’s tempting to go all-in, but it’s more effective to follow a crawl, walk, and run approach.

Start with high-frequency, low-risk tasks like checking emails, data entry, filing documents, and backing up data.

If you dump a complex, high-stakes project on a new hire in Week 1, you’re testing their guesswork, not their ability.

Conclusion – It’s Not Hiring Offshore That Fails. It’s the Handoff.

The offshore blame game cannot be won without clearly identifying the ones responsible for a new hire’s success.

No matter how skilled a remote professional is, they are likely to fail in an environment that relies on luck instead of systems. Your input drives the output, your documentation limits guesswork, and your ownership ensures accountability.

In other words, if you provide the right map, the right talent will always find the destination. Without it, even the most skilled offshore hire will get lost.

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Syrine studies law while working as a content writer. Outside of writing and studying, she tutors, plans events, and browses social media. In 2021, she published Stellar Thoughts.

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Syrine studies law while working as a content writer. Outside of writing and studying, she tutors, plans events, and browses social media. In 2021, she published Stellar Thoughts.

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