Kimberly Coon Professional Resume

Professional Summary
Seasoned Writer with more than 20 years of experience in fast-paced online sales and marketing environment . Excellent multi-tasking and problem solving skills. Track record of achieving exceptional results in consistently creating highly successful marketing, public relations, advertising campaigns and social media.

Skills
Writing, Communications and Media, Active Learning, Active Listening, Judgment and Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Sales and Marketing, Social Perceptiveness, Time Management, Computers, Internet, Social Media, Customer and Personal Service

Experience
Freelance Writer
Las Vegas, NV
April 2007 - Present
Researched, wrote, edited and proofread various freelance assignments covering all kinds of genres from news articles to brochures, online content, advertisements, editorials and press releases.

Mars Venus Coaching
Las Vegas, NV
Social Media/Public Relations
April 2014 - November 2015
Designed, wrote, edited, uploaded and maintained all online content. Managed all social media, advertising campaigns, marketing material, opiners, course descriptions, PowerPoint presentations and public relations in general.

Ivenue.com
Las Vegas, NV
Head Copywriter
April 2005 - April 2007
Worked directly under Vice President of Sales. Was in charge of creating marketing and advertising strategies. Worked with management, technicians, programmers, clients and sales staff to increase sales by 40% in 2006. I wrote all online content, social media, webcasts, newsletters and anything else asked of me.

Achievements
In 1994, I was one of the first females in Las Vegas to get on the "Information Super-Highway" (as it was called back then) and signed up for my first email address: kimberlycoon@yahoo.com.

In 1998, I helped Mirage Computers, Inc.'s owner, Jason Tarnutzer to be chosen as one of the "Top 30 Under 30" businesses owners.

Since 2012, I've been volunteering to aid senior citizens, Multiple Sclerosis, Autism and Mental Illness.

References Upon Request.

Brain Facts to bridge the Gap between Sexes

Females are physically, psychologically and physiologically different from males. With such a gaping chasm of differences, here are some life-changing pointers to help men and women bridge that gap.

Did you know?
A woman's bridge between both sides of the brain is much larger than a man's.
This allows women to absorb a variety of information faster than men. When contemplating issues, scientific brain-mapping shows that females have activity in many regions of the brain simultaneously. This indicates that they are extremely capable of summing up numerous facts and multi-tasking answers in a shorter period of time. The oxytocin produced during these productive sessions is extremely pleasing to women and reduces stress dramatically.

Did you know?
Men tend to use only one side of their brain when poly-problem-solving. This indicates that they are better at focusing all of their attention on one issue at a time. Because of this, they prefer to prioritize. Solving the most immediate problem first. If it is unsolvable at the moment, they will shut down that thought process and move on to the next one. This ability causes the least amount of stress when decision-making.

With such a difference in the way each sex processes information, no wonder so many find it frustrating to learn the arts of hearing, listening and understanding. It's important to remember it's a physical difference. Trying to change something physical like your eye color is still impossible no matter how many times you try to change it. It's the same with your brain. The good news is that you do have the power to understand and respect these features and learn how to communicate within these guidelines.

Kimberly Coon
Social Media, Public Relations
Mars Venus Coaching

Kimberly has over 20 years of experience in Communications, Journalism and Marketing. She is a champion of empowering oneself and others. Her mantra is: learning keeps you hungry, alive and relevant.
　

Stuff you probably don't Know about men but should

1. Do you know why men hate to talk about problems? It overwhelms and physically stresses him out; while the exact opposite is true of females. They only use one side of the brain while ruminating on ideas. Because of this, they tackle one problem at a time. They fix it immediately if at all possible. If not, they simply move on to the next issue. Solving problems produce testosterone that gives them the natural chemical buzz to continue meeting issues one at a time.

2. Men are constantly promoting themselves. Whether they actually deserve the accolades isn't important. They love to take credit. They self-promote to their employers constantly. They subtlety sow the seeds of competency, confidence and dependability. So even if they aren't needed today for a project, the idea has been planted. Somewhere down the line when a new project arises, the employer will have to pick someone from the employee pool. And the person who has best planted his subconscious seeds tend to be the employee chosen.

3. Men are very frugal with their body language compared to women. They stay still and quiet throughout presentations, unless their is a particular point that they agree with. As discussed above, it is important to interact much more dynamically when talking to a woman.

4. In a work environment, men are like a pack of dogs fighting over a bone. It's more or less a free-for-all of ideas. Polite etiquette goes out the window. Men will throw out ideas, interrupt each other in aggressive attempts to dominate the conversation to get the ear of the person in charge. This may work well with male employers; however, not ideal for female bosses.

5. Men talk more about the solution than the problem. So if you have a male boss, it is very important to get straight to the point. Prepare. Know what you want to say and then stick to the script. For women, the surest way to persuade a man to do something is by simply asking, "Will you do this for me?" Wait for them to finish and then thank them.

6. It's paramount to understand what makes men and women feel good. It will help you immeasurably in all facets of business and pleasure. If you want to ask for a raise or promotion, do your homework and make your requests clear, direct and reasonable. In addition, always leave your boss feeling good. Even if he says no, make sure you leave it on a positive open-ended note. For instance: "What can I do to get this raise, benefit etc."

7. The chemicals produced by men and women in the same situations are dramatically different. It's a major reason for the huge communication gap between sexes. Understanding these differences can be invaluable to building, opening, repairing, and most importantly, understanding successful communication channels between men and women.

To take a more in-depth look into "Why Mars and Venus Collide", check out www.marsvenus.com.

By Kimberly Coon
Social Media, Public Relations
Mars Venus Coaching


Kimberly has over 20 years of experience in Communications, Journalism and Marketing. She is a champion of empowering oneself and others. Her mantra is: learning keeps you hungry, alive and relevant.

8 tips on how to talk to Women

By Kimberly Coon

1. A woman needs to feel heard. She wants to talk about her stress - even if there is no immediate resolution. Talking and sharing help produce the natural, feel-good hormone Oxytocin. When it's released into her system, it reduces her stress considerably.

2. Use body language and affirmations throughout her conversation. When listening, nod your head when she makes a point or answer with an affirmation like: "Yes", "Right", "Okay" etc. The point is to let her know that she has your attention and you are following her conversation.

3. If you don't understand her point, politely ask her to elaborate on it. This simple tip will ensure that you really get what she is saying. It will also enforce the idea that what she says is important - which is always a good thing. Also, though there may be a learning curve at first, like with any new language, it only takes some time and practice before you become fluent.

4. Ask an earnest question when she finishes talking. A question like: "What do think we ought to do about this?" is the right combination of respect and support to encourage her to continue. Women mainly share their stress because it soothes her. She is trying to process information so she can make the best decision. It's an empowering and essential exercise to help her better navigate through life

5. When a woman is sharing her issues with a man, never interrupt her. The last thing she wants to hear is an ABC guide of how to fix it.  It can come across as condescending and rude. It's hurtful because not only is he minimizing her issues, but he is also telling her to stop talking about it. Remember that her brain chemistry makes her a social, talkative person. It's a biological imperative. She needs to talk to feel better and grow. With her, it's not just the answers that are important, but also the oxytocin-flooded journey she takes to find them.

6. Use feedback to reinforce her confidence. Self-promotion is an uncomfortable endeavor. Don't make the mistake of restricting your discourse to physical beauty. Women are much more complicated than a haircut and heels. Help her develop her inner beauty. Celebrate her unique personality and character traits. Reinforce specific ideas she's had or actions she's taken that have made you proud. Nurture her confidence and she she'll be a stronger, better person for it.

7. In a male-dominated field, think like a man. In fact, asking for a raise is one of the most stressful scenarios a woman can find herself in. She prefers to be recognized by others for her accomplishments and and desires to be promoted for them. Based on the 20% salary difference between men and women, it's a sure-fire way to get ignored. If you don't ask for it, you won't get it.

8. Encourage her to speak her mind. The antiquated idea of politely waiting for the men to make a decision needs to be erased. A woman is sometimes labeled "too pushy" if you speaks her mind. But if we've learned nothing else, we know that the best ideas evolve from a bunch of unique ideas. Next time a problem comes up, encourage her to jump in and share her thoughts and opinions. Brainstorming can be very intoxicating for men and women.

By Kimberly Coon
Social Media, Public Relations
Mars Venus Coaching

Kimberly has over 20 years of experience in Communications, Journalism and Marketing. She is a champion of empowering oneself and others. Her mantra is: learning keeps you hungry, alive and relevant.