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Lucinda B.

Vaalpark, South Africa

$45/hr
5.0
5 jobs

I am a growth-driven business leader operating at the intersection of sales, strategy, finance, and client success. I don’t just manage portfolios — I expand them. I don’t maintain accounts — I scale them. I am a decisive problem solver. I see the gap, I design the solution, and I execute. Fast. If you have a product, service, or vision that needs traction, positioning, and revenue — I will sell it. Strategically. Relentlessly. Successfully. In client success and account management, I build structured systems that drive retention, loyalty, and long-term profitability. Every engagement is intentional. Every client is prioritized. Satisfaction is standard — measurable growth is the objective. With a foundation in business management and cost strategy, I protect margins while accelerating performance. I understand numbers, I understand people, and I understand how to align both for maximum impact. I operate with ownership, precision, and confidence. When I lead a programme, I lead it to win. Results are not hoped for — they are engineered.

  • Financial Planning
  • Analytical Presentation
  • Management Consulting
  • Accounting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Light Bookkeeping
  • Sales & Marketing
  • Price & Quote Negotiation
  • Customer Retention Strategy
  • Marketing
  • Community Goals & KPIs
  • Data Entry
  • Customer Service
  • Administrative Support
  • Google Docs
Megan V.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$20/hr
4.7
27 jobs

With over 5 years of work experience, I have gained valuable insights into sales, customer service, and I am currently expanding my knowledge in marketing. Coming from a legal background, that supported my learning foundation I have supported more than 7 businesses with their marketing and business planning needs. In 2020, I ventured into entrepreneurship and also completed a business course with the National Youth Development Agency of South Africa. Two years ago, I transitioned into international sales as a Sales Development Representative for PlumGuide, working with Growth-hub, a company with a net worth of 25 million dollars. Since then, I have honed my skills in software sales, data analysis, copywriting, recruitment sales, sales psychology, and strategy. Recently, I have broadened my expertise to include customer service, making me well-equipped for the entire sales cycle. I am proficient in various tasks such as strategic account management, outreach, lead generation, profile screening, presentations, proposals, and more. In customer service, I excel in empathy, communication, adaptability, and problem-solving. While my marketing skills are still developing, I am skilled in copywriting, content creation, social media marketing, networking, analytics, email marketing, and graphic design. I have collaborated on marketing projects with medium to large enterprises in South Africa and I am eager to take on new challenges in this field. My rates in marketing are competitive, and I am ready to deliver exceptional results for your projects.

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

Centurion, South Africa

$15/hr
4.9
7 jobs

Need consistent social media content that attracts attention, engages your audience, and strengthens your brand? I help businesses create professional social media content, graphics, marketing campaigns, and content strategies that keep their brand visible and their audience engaged. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵: Your Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn & TikTok managed with strategies, content calendars, engaging posts, and performance tracking. 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻: High-quality graphics, brochures, presentations, print materials, and ad creatives — all crafted in Adobe Creative Suite. 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁: Copy and visuals designed to grab attention and inspire action. 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀:Marketing campaigns that align with your goals and drive measurable results. 𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲 & 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Managing products, optimizing listings, and improving conversions, I’ll make sure your online shop runs smoothly and sells effectively. Whether you need eye-catching graphics, engaging content, or a strategy to grow your brand online, I’ll help your business shine, engage, and convert. 𝙇𝙚𝙩’𝙨 𝙗𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚!

  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Social Media Graphic
  • Social Media Optimization
  • Digital Marketing
  • Instagram Marketing
  • Facebook Marketing
  • Graphic Design
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Video Editing
  • Ecommerce
  • Shopify
  • Social Media Content Creation
Robert T.

Sandton, South Africa

$30/hr
4.9
4 jobs

I fix customer service and customer experience when they start to creak under growth. Sometimes that means I jump in and handle customers directly. Other times it means I build the system, train the team, and get out of the way so it runs without drama. I work across customer support, onboarding, and customer success, email, tickets, live chat and I’m comfortable managing people once volume makes that necessary, then I can talk about Sales. Lead gen, appointment booking, closing. ・Clear, calm customer communication ・Turning messy support into repeatable process ・Setting standards, templates, and workflows that stick ・Letting founders stop worrying about the inbox I’m open to hands-on roles and customer service leadership. If things go well, I can also run delivery through people I manage, so you get continuity without micromanagement. If your customers are loud or your systems are messy, we’ll get along.

  • Customer Service
  • Community Management
  • Technical Support
Juan W.

Cape Town, South Africa

$12/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Looking for someone who actually understands GoHighLevel inside out? That’s me. I’ve worked with agencies, SaaS companies, and business owners, helping them build high performing funnels, automate workflows, and create systems that drive leads and revenue. The longer version: Thanks for stopping by! I’m Juan 👋 I specialise in building and optimising GoHighLevel systems that convert. With years of experience in tech, automation, and marketing, I bring a mix of technical skill, conversion knowledge, and clear communication. Here’s what I love building for businesses: ✅ Funnel & Website Builds - Create high converting funnels and websites that align with your brand and are designed to generate leads and sales. ✅ CRM Setup & Pipeline Management - Build and organise your CRM so you can track leads, manage opportunities, and close more deals with clarity. ✅ Automation & Workflows - Set up automations for lead capture, follow ups, appointment booking, and customer journeys to remove manual work. ✅ Email & SMS Campaigns - Create and optimise campaigns that engage leads, nurture prospects, and drive conversions. ✅ Appointment & Calendar Systems - Streamline bookings with automated reminders, confirmations, and follow ups to reduce no shows. ✅ Integrations & API Connections - Connect GoHighLevel with your existing tools, ads platforms, and external systems for a seamless setup. ✅ Lead Management Systems - Capture, route, and respond to leads instantly so no opportunity is missed. ✅ Process Automation - Build custom systems that eliminate admin work and allow you to focus on growth. Whether you are launching a new funnel, improving your current setup, or looking to automate your business, I will handle the technical side while keeping everything simple and results focused. Facing a tough GoHighLevel challenge? Reach out and if I cannot solve it, you will not be billed. Simple as that. Let’s scale your business with GoHighLevel 🚀

  • Marketing Strategy
  • HighLevel
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Landing Page
  • ClickFunnels
  • Marketing Automation
  • API Integration
  • Lead Management Automation
  • Lead Generation
  • Email Marketing
  • Sales Funnel
  • Automation
  • CRM Software
  • Make.com
  • n8n
  • Campaign Setup
  • Email Campaign Setup
  • Email Automation
Maureen B.

Bloemfontein, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Highly motivated Customer Success and Sales leader with 15+ years of experience in client relationship management, sales, and customer lifecycle operations. Experienced in driving revenue growth, including increasing sales from ZAR 400,000 to ZAR 1.2 million in less than six months, while improving the client experience and strengthening company presence in target markets. Skilled in onboarding, contract negotiation, upselling, and renewals, as well as designing and implementing SOPs to optimize team performance and customer outcomes. Adept at leading high-performing teams across multiple departments, including Editorial, Freelancers, and Executive Outreach, providing coaching, guidance, and professional development. Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects, streamline processes, and deliver consistent results that enhance client satisfaction, drive retention, and ensure long-term company success. My combined expertise in customer success, sales, and operations allows me to contribute holistically to business growth by enhancing customer experiences and streamlining internal processes. I am passionate about building long-term client trust, fostering teamwork, and driving results in dynamic settings.

  • Management Skills
  • Relationship Management
  • Sales
  • Sales & Marketing
  • Presentation Slide
  • Outbound Sales
  • Customer Service
  • Organizer
  • Business Development
  • Lead Generation

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