Seth Talbot
Llantwit Major,Vale of Glamorgan
Summary
Reliable and driven individual with a solid background in garden maintenance and upkeep of estates and wedding venues. Proven ability in hedge, lawn and tree maintenance, combined with strong leadership and team collaboration skills. Committed to creating and maintaining beautiful, sustainable garden spaces
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Head gardener
Talbot Hedges
Llantwit Major, Vale of Glamorgan
2025.08 - Current
- Planned work schedules efficiently, maximising productivity during peak growing seasons.
- Assisted in designing and implementing new garden features, enhancing visual appeal.
- Performed small-tree surgery tasks when required, maintaining safety across the estate.
- Maintained all garden equipment, prolonging its service life.
- Skilfully performed wide range of garden-related tasks including weeding, mowing, strimming, pruning, hedge trimming and planting.
- Used awide range of hand tools, horticultural machinery and powered hand tools.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and bushes.
- Performed routine grass cutting and general maintenance of green spaces and communal areas.
- Enforced safe working practices and complied with all health and safety legislations.
Gardening assistant
Talbot Trees
Fife, Fife
2020.03 - Current
- Performed routine checks on garden equipment guaranteeing optimum functionality.
- Operated heavy machinery such as lawnmowers and hedge trimmers safely and efficiently.
- Worked on various wedding venues in the Fife area around the grounds, and kept regular upkeep and maintenance of the plants and hedges alongside my father (owner of Talbot Trees).
Self-Employed Sales Agent (Remote Closer)
Fitclosers
2025.02 - 2026.02
- Work as a self-employed high-ticket closer with Fitclosers, taking inbound warm leads for a range of online fitness coaches specialising in bodybuilding, weight loss, and general health. Consistently maintain a 50% close rate by leveraging a structured, proven process centred around NEPQ methodology, deep discovery, and effective objection handling. Skilled at tailoring messaging to different client avatars and fitness niches, building trust quickly, and guiding prospects to confident buying decisions—all while maintaining high integrity and alignment with each coach’s unique brand.
Remote Sales Consultant
Anglian Home Improvements Ltd
2022.01 - 2025.02
- Enhanced my skills as a high-ticket closer by working at Anglian Home Improvements, where I collaborated closely with colleagues to consistently meet and exceed sales targets for premium products. This experience highlighted the importance of strategic communication, rapport-building, and teamwork in closing high-value deals and achieving shared sales objectives.
Mortgage Broker
Monmouthshire Building Society
2020.01 - 2022.12
- Refined my skills as a high-ticket closer during my tenure as a Customer Service Associate, where I honed my ability to engage with clients through active listening and clear, concise communication. This role allowed me to understand customer needs deeply and convey information effectively, building a foundation for closing high-value sales.
Sales Executive
VIP Group Ltd
2018.10 - 2020.01
- Demonstrated in my role as a Sales Administrator at VIP Group Ltd., where I leveraged advanced software tools for managing documentation and scheduling. This experience developed my technical proficiency, enabling me to efficiently handle complex systems and data, an essential skill for managing high-value client information and sales processes as a High Ticket Closer.
Education
Sixth Form (A Levels) - Applied Science, Sport Science, Media Studies, Nutrition, Welsh Baccalaureate, Psychology
Llantwit Major School
2017.09 - 2019.07
Comprehensive (GCSE) - Maths, Numeracy, English Language, English Literature, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Religious Studies, Geography, History, Graphics, Welsh Baccalaureate, Welsh
Llantwit Major School
2013.09 - 2017.07
Skills
- Product Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of renewable energy heating systems, air source heat pumps, solar panels, insulation, and other green technologies Ability to articulate their benefits and suitability to diverse customer needs
- Customer Relationship Management: Skill in building strong rapport and maintaining positive relationships throughout the sales cycle Proficiency in proactive follow-up and addressing customer concerns post-sale
- Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify customer needs, analyse technical requirements, and propose effective solutions Capable of addressing challenges and objections with innovative problem-solving
- Self-motivation and Drive: Proactive approach to lead generation, independently closing sales, and achieving sales targets Demonstrated initiative in driving business growth
- Technical Aptitude: Proficiency in using technology tools like iPads, company phones, and CRM systems to streamline sales processes, manage leads, and track performance metrics effectively
- Sales Expertise: Consistently achieved and surpassed sales targets Skilled in upselling, cross-selling, and addressing customer concerns
- Negotiation Skills: Expert at closing deals and ensuring mutual satisfaction Proven ability to handle objections, build rapport, and create win-win solutions
- Communication: Strong skills in delivering clear presentations and information Effective in creating a positive customer experience by addressing needs and concerns
- Problem-solving: Skilled in identifying and resolving issues with innovative solutions Strong analytical skills to diagnose problems and implement effective solutions
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in using technology, including iPads, company phones, and CRM systems, to enhance sales processes and customer interactions Comfortable with data analysis tools to track performance and find improvement opportunities
- Team Player: Proven ability to work effectively within teams to achieve shared goals Skilled in creating a cooperative and productive team environment
- Attention to Detail: Highly detail-oriented with the ability to precisely understand and address customer needs Ensuring accuracy in all sales interactions
- Pruning proficiency
- Landscape maintenance knowledge
- Use of power tools
- Garden safety measures
Websites
Certification
- Full UK Manual Driving License
- Duke Of Edinburgh Award
- Manual Handling Training
- Data Protection (GDPR)
- Conflict Resolution Training
- Fire Safety Awareness Training
Goals and Interests
Hobbies and Interests, - Staying physically active by running and following a gym routine., - Sports including golf, football, skateboarding, and surfing.
Summary
I am excited about the opportunity to discuss how my skills and experience can contribute to your team. Please feel free to contact me at 07534226364 or mrsethtalbot@gmail.com for any further details.
Timeline
Head gardener
Talbot Hedges
2025.08 - Current
Self-Employed Sales Agent (Remote Closer)
Fitclosers
2025.02 - 2026.02
Remote Sales Consultant
Anglian Home Improvements Ltd
2022.01 - 2025.02
Gardening assistant
Talbot Trees
2020.03 - Current
Mortgage Broker
Monmouthshire Building Society
2020.01 - 2022.12
Sales Executive
VIP Group Ltd
2018.10 - 2020.01
Sixth Form (A Levels) - Applied Science, Sport Science, Media Studies, Nutrition, Welsh Baccalaureate, Psychology
Llantwit Major School
2017.09 - 2019.07
Comprehensive (GCSE) - Maths, Numeracy, English Language, English Literature, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Religious Studies, Geography, History, Graphics, Welsh Baccalaureate, Welsh
Llantwit Major School
2013.09 - 2017.07