Mary Anne Gradwell
Personal Trainer
Johannesburg
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record in the fitness and financial sectors. Excelled in client engagement and service marketing, enhancing client wellbeing and financial stability. Leveraged leadership and excellent communication skills to expand client base and foster strong relationships, achieving a high referral rate. Demonstrated adaptability by continuously updating knowledge and applying innovative techniques.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Personal Trainer
Self Employed Services
10.2008 - 10.2024
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Expanded knowledge of industry trends by attending workshops and conferences, applying new techniques to client programs.
- Developed healthy eating meal plans for clients to provide holistic approach.
- Implemented nutritional guidance alongside physical training plans, yielding more comprehensive results for clients'' overall wellbeing.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness trends and certifications to provide clients with cutting-edge training techniques.
- Utilized social media platforms to promote personal training services, expanding client base.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, resulting in high rate of referrals and new business.
Financial Advisor
Liberty Life
07.2012 - 07.2013
- Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty in managing their financial portfolios.
- Developed comprehensive financial plans for clients to achieve short-term and long-term goals.
- Provided comprehensive retirement planning services, ensuring clients maintain their desired lifestyle postretirement.
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products, and services based on each clients' individual needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Health And Physical Fitness
HFPA
Johannesburg 04.2001 -
Skills
Service marketing
Client engagement
Leadership skills
Multitasking
Time management
Decision-making
Customer service
Team collaboration
Problem-solving
Professionalism
Adaptability and flexibility
Relationship building
Goal setting
Excellent communication
Task prioritization
Self motivation
Certification
CSCS - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Timeline
Financial Advisor
Liberty Life
07.2012 - 07.2013
Personal Trainer
Self Employed Services
10.2008 - 10.2024
Associate of Science - Health And Physical Fitness
HFPA
04.2001 -