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Chris M.

Johannesburg South, South Africa

$30/hr
4.9
58 jobs

🥇Top Rated Freelancer across 6 platforms 🥇70x 5-star 100% jobs completed across America and Europe 🥇Google SEO and PPC Certified, along with Scada Engineering and AZ-900 and SC-900 Cloud 🥇Award Winning Writer for Amazon Prime TV Shows (The Boys) Ive performed various Business Growth and Digital Marketing efforts, both as an external resource and internal resource for major corporations and SME's. This need usually arises when teams have newer or less skilled permanent staff who need guidance, or current marketing and outbound efforts are not bringing in enough ROI. Teams need to have a Cinderella shoe-to-foot CMO/Lead Generation Expert to ensure that their business objectives are understood, upheld, and reached. I would love to assist you with: 🎯Paid Digital Marketing - META/PPC/LSA/DRIP/EM/SMM 🎯Digital Marketing Strategy to be seen more and get more ROI around Conversions. 🎯 High-Level Content that strokes SEO/AEO/GEO/REO algorithms 🎯Advanced brownfielding strategies through existing clients, to be used to garner new clients 🎯Lead Generation and Email Sequencing Activities (I have my own Seamless.AI license)

  • Business Development
  • Business
  • Audio & Video Sync
  • Microsoft SharePoint Administration
  • Administrative Support
  • Content Creation
  • Administrate
  • Business Presentation
  • Business Proposal Writing
  • Customer Engagement
  • Business Strategy
  • Business Services
  • Cloud Computing
  • Service Cloud Administration
  • Business Proposal
Lesego B.

South Africa, South Africa

$12/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Hi! I’m Lesego 👋 an AI-powered Executive Assistant, Operations & Workflow Specialist with 5+ years of experience supporting executives, business owners, and remote teams. I help businesses save time, stay organized, streamline workflows, and get more done by combining high-level executive support with AI tools, automation, and project management systems. 🚀 How I Can Help Your Business 🤖 AI & Workflow Automation Build and optimize AI-assisted workflows using ChatGPT, Claude, Tasklet, and other AI automation tools Identify repetitive tasks that can be automated or streamlined Create efficient processes for communication, research, documentation, and operations Improve existing workflows and systems to reduce manual work Support businesses integrating AI into their day-to-day operations ⚙️ Operations & Project Coordination Manage projects, tasks, deadlines, and team workflows Build and maintain project management systems Coordinate remote teams and keep projects moving Create SOPs, processes, trackers, reports, and operational documentation Identify bottlenecks and improve operational efficiency 👩🏽‍💼 Executive & Virtual Assistance Calendar and inbox management Email management and professional correspondence Meeting scheduling and coordination Travel planning and itinerary management Research, reporting, presentations, and documentation Confidential administrative and executive support 📈 Business Development & Outreach Prospect research and lead generation Business development outreach Sales and partnership emails Personalized outreach campaigns Podcast research and pitching Follow-ups and relationship management Researching potential clients, partners, podcasts, and business opportunities 📧 Email & Communication I can manage both internal and external communication, including executive inboxes, client correspondence, sales pitches, business development emails, podcast pitches, follow-ups, and outreach campaigns. 🛠️ Tools & Technology AI & Automation: ChatGPT, Claude, Tasklet, AI workflow automation Project & Operations: Monday, Jira, Trello, Slack Productivity: Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Zoom CRM & Business: HubSpot, GoHighLevel E-commerce: Shopify Design: Canva I’ve supported executives and teams across fintech, software development, marketing, telecommunications, and other fast-paced environments. I’m comfortable learning new systems quickly and adapting to different business needs. What makes me different is that I don’t just complete tasks I look for ways to make the work itself easier, faster, and more organized. Whether you need executive support, operations assistance, business development support, or help introducing AI and automation into your workflows, I can help you create a more efficient way of working. If you’re looking for someone proactive, tech-savvy, organized, and comfortable taking ownership, let’s talk. 🚀

  • Microsoft Project
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Project Management
  • Data Entry
  • General Transcription
  • Executive Support
  • Calendar Management
  • Email Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Google Workspace
  • Microsoft Office
  • Travel Planning
  • Meeting Scheduling
  • Remote Connection Support
  • Document Conversion
Megan V.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$25/hr
4.7
31 jobs

Sales is evolving, and today’s businesses need more than someone who can generate leads, set appointments, or close deals. They need a commercial partner who understands people, strategy, technology, and performance, and knows how to turn those elements into measurable business results. My approach combines sales psychology, commercial strategy, AI-enabled workflows, data-driven decision-making, and meaningful communication to create sales processes that are efficient, scalable, and built for long-term success. I believe great sales is about more than closing deals. It’s about understanding businesses, communicating value effectively, and building genuine relationships that create sustainable commercial growth. With 7+ years of professional experience, I’ve partnered with high-growth businesses and established international organisations across SaaS, technology, recruitment, manufacturing, consulting, real estate, and professional services. My experience spans business development, enterprise sales, account management, customer success, strategic partnerships, entrepreneurship, and legal studies, giving me a well-rounded commercial perspective. What sets me apart is the way I think. Before recommending a solution, I take the time to understand your business, your market, your customers, and your commercial objectives. I’m constantly asking: • How can we strengthen your value proposition? • How can we position your business more competitively? • What sales framework best supports your objectives? • How can we build or refine a sales process that continues delivering value long after our engagement ends? I don’t aim to simply generate revenue. I aim to leave your commercial function stronger, more scalable, and better positioned for long-term success than when I joined. Whether I’m developing new business opportunities, managing strategic accounts, generating qualified leads, building partnerships, refining commercial processes, or supporting customer success, I represent every client with professionalism, credibility, and genuine care. I believe in becoming an extension of your team, not simply another freelancer. If you’re looking for a commercially minded business development professional who combines strategic thinking, modern technology, and hands-on execution to deliver meaningful business outcomes, I’d love to discuss how I can contribute to your commercial success.

  • Business Development
  • International Development
  • Business
  • Sales Development
  • Business Management
  • Account Management
  • Outbound Sales
  • Marketing
  • Marketing Consulting
  • Customer Service
  • Social Customer Service
  • Content Creation
  • Copywriting
  • Email Copywriting
Warren V.

Johannesburg South, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Hello As a passionate Sales Development Representative, I have honed my skills over several years in the sales industry, building a strong foundation in lead generation, customer engagement, and relationship building. My experience with diverse clients across various industries allows me to tailor my approach effectively. I thrive on identifying potential clients and nurturing those relationships through strategic outreach and follow-up. I conduct in-depth research to understand both the buyer and their organization, enabling me to create personalized email campaigns that resonate with prospects. My communication skills help me craft compelling messages that motivate action. I believe in the power of personal interaction, complementing my emails with follow-up phone calls to establish rapport and schedule product demos. I take pride in managing multiple priorities while maintaining an organized pipeline to ensure no lead falls through the cracks. My meticulous attention to detail and methodical approach allows me to adapt strategies as needed. With a commitment to continuous improvement, I seek to refine my skills and learn effective sales tactics. As an Appointment Setter, I specialize in creating opportunities for sales teams by connecting with potential clients and scheduling meaningful conversations. My strong communication skills engage prospects and ensure they feel valued from the start. I focus on lead generation and qualification, using thorough research to understand client needs and inform my outreach strategy. I manage my time efficiently, handling multiple leads while focusing on follow-ups to maximize opportunities. My organizational skills are essential for tracking interactions in our CRM system and optimizing outreach efforts continually. I thrive in fast-paced environments and embrace challenges, contributing to our team's success through my efforts as an Appointment Setter.

  • Business Development
  • International Development
  • Sales
  • Relationship Management
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Cold Calling
  • Appointment Setting
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Brand Consulting
  • Brand Identity
Gert B.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$30/hr
5.0
4 jobs

"I’ll often joke that when people ask what business analysis is, I say: ‘You know all those times people say, “somebody should look into that?” I’m the person that looks into that.’” – Jonathan Haskel --- With roots in education, tech, and business, I turn messy ideas into clean, executable systems. Specialising in AI software development, digital transformation, and end-to-end delivery. Taking founder chaos, startup velocity, and enterprise complexity and converting it into structured momentum. I sit comfortably at the intersection of people, process, and systems. Whether it’s mapping workflows, refining operations, or turning a massive Figma ecosystem into a developer-ready blueprint, I close gaps fast and align teams that don’t usually speak the same language. I’m tool-agnostic, outcome-obsessed, and built for environments where clarity is a luxury and execution is non-negotiable. Atlassian, Confluence, AI workflows, automations, documentation, or full-stack delivery... I treat them as extensions of the job, not buzzwords. My background spans ICT, SaaS, BI, product delivery, customer success, workforce systems, mobile apps, integrations, and data-heavy environments across global, remote-first teams. High-stakes work doesn’t rattle me; it sharpens me. If an organisation wants to scale with intent, meaning cleaner systems, sharper processes, faster delivery, and less bullshit; that’s where I add the most value.

  • Business Management
  • Product Management
  • Agile Project Management
  • Software Development
  • Data Analysis
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Microsoft Azure
  • User Acceptance Testing
  • Document Management System
  • Journey Mapping
  • UI/UX Prototyping
  • Technical Writing
  • User Stories
  • Business Intelligence
  • Business Process Model & Notation
  • Agile Software Development
  • Process Infographics
  • Cucumber
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • Management Skills
  • Bug Fix
Lerato M.

Marble Hall, South Africa

$7/hr
4.6
15 jobs

Are you looking for a reliable, results-driven SDR who can hit the ground running? I am a South African Sales Development Representative with 5 years of international experience working with clients across SaaS, Healthcare, Real Estate, and Travel. I specialise in B2B lead generation, prospect qualification, cold calling, and CRM driven outreach helping businesses turn cold prospects into booked meetings and qualified pipelines. Here is what I bring to your project: ✅ Inbound and outbound lead generation ✅ Cold calling and email outreach that gets responses ✅ Prospect qualification and appointment setting ✅ Pipeline management and CRM reporting ✅ Cross cultural communication across global markets Tools I use every day: 📞 Aircall 🔵 HubSpot ☁️ Salesforce 🟠 Zoho CRM 🟢 Go High Level 🎯LinkedIn Sales Navigator 🚀 Apollo 📤 Outreach 💬 Slack 🎥 Zoom 📊 Google Workspace I have successfully delivered SDR services for international clients across multiple industries and I understand how to adapt my approach to different buyers, markets, and business models. I am available for both short term projects and long term contracts. Let's talk about how I can help grow your pipeline. Send me a message!

  • Business Development
  • Lead Generation
  • Cold Calling
  • Appointment Setting
  • B2B Lead Generation
  • Email Outreach
  • CRM Software
  • Prospect Research
  • Sales Development
  • HubSpot
  • Salesforce
  • Aircall
  • Apollo.io
  • LinkedIn Sales Navigator
  • Zoho CRM
  • Zendesk
  • Outbound Call
  • Outbound Sales
  • LinkedIn Lead Generation
  • Sales

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