Dale Cobb Email & Phone Number

Central California

Strengths Based Career Development StrategiesWHAT I DO - As a strategist and performance coach, I help individuals and organizations activate their strengths and maximize their effectiveness. CREDENTIALS - • Author - THE STRENGTHSPATH PRINCIPLE• Author - THE STRENGTHSPATH TIME MANAGER • Author - TAKE THIS JOB and SHAPE IT • Author - DREAM JOB!!! A Strengths Based Guide to Finding Work You Love• Author - APTITUDE ADVISOR• Author - STRENGTHS ORIENTED SELECTION • Author of THE STRENGTHSPATH SOLUTION• Co-founder of Road to Jobs where 88% found work in an average of 10 days. • Graduate - Coaches Training Institute (1999)• Gallup Certified "Strengths Performance Coach” • Marcus Buckingham Certified "StandOut Trainer". WHO I WORK WITH -• Young Professionals• Mid-Career Professionals• Leaders of Small and Medium Size Organizations• Leaders of Organizations in Start UpWHAT MAKES ME DIFFERENT -• Integration of 8 Strength Dimensions• Combining Universal Principles, Individual Strengths and Situational RealityWHY IT WORKS -• Every Individual and Organization has an Intrinsic Design or DNA• Individuals/Organizations only Optimize Performance when Performing from StrengthWHAT OTHERS SAY -“Thank you for all your time and encouragement. With your advice and direction, I was able to get a decent job offer. They even complimented my resume.”~Ben Davidson, Visalia, CA“It was helpful in showing me areas I have strengths that I had not thought about for a long time... Thank you for all you help, and I am sure we will talk more in the future.”~Jeff Candrell, Visalia, CA “I think the class was really fun and entertaining. I learned a lot about myself.”~Steven Barnett, Visalia, CAHOW IT WORKS - Start with a free conversation by phone or email.READY TO START A CONVERSATION? Reach out on LinkedIn, email at dale.successpath@gmail.com, visit online at dalecobb.com or call directly at 805.668.9600.

California Central Coast

WHAT I DID - Trained and coached students, graduates and alumni in effective job search strategies. Advised on strengths clarification, employer targeting, resume crafting, interview preparation, visibility contacts into the "unposted job market", employer posting strategies, relationship networking, staffing services and search challenges.Oversaw Job Search Training ProgramExceeded 70% Placement GoalsDesigned Curriculum for Live PresentationsLed WebEx-Adobe Connect SessionsAdministered Purple Briefcase Portal Roll-OutLed Interview Stream Roll-OutCo-Developed Placement ScoreboardPartnered with Marketing to Create Career Services CampaignCareershift TrainerCreated 5 Job Search Web SitesOversaw Over 150 Resumes Per YearLed Mock Interview ProgramOversaw Staff DevelopmentWHAT OTHERS SAID- I enjoyed working with Dale and saw firsthand the value he brought to the students he partnered with as a Career Services Coordinator.~Lori Myers, Senior Admissions Counselor, Pacifica Graduate InstituteIt has been my privilege to be associated with Dale and to be a receptor for his tutelage. He is not only an incredible professional, but an amazing human being. He progresses through his work with focus and humor. ~Greg Gardner, Career Services Coordinator, Laurus CollegeDale is a driven and passionate professional with a servant's heart and leaders mind, committed to providing the best support possible - and those qualities shine through in his work. Organized with detailed plan of attacks to any barriers, he doesn't take shortcuts and goes above and beyond to see a project through or help the population he's working with. Dale is practical, personable, and very down to earth and would be a great addition to any team!~David Nicola, Tech Talent Searcher, Delphix"It was a pleasure working with Dale. He was extremely helpful with my questions, and concerns. I would definitely recommend Dale, if you need an uplift - Thank you Dale."~Meashia Gayton

Central California

Micro Publisher working with organizations to maximize connectional effectiveness. Provide directories, on line communities, and marketing/branding materials.WHAT OTHERS SAID-“Dale is a very detail oriented individual who consistently demonstrates strong customer service skills. He develops long term relationships through a "partnership" approach, while constantly analyzing different ways to improve/enhance programs.”Dale Poe, Regional Sales Manager - Lifetouch Minneapolis, MN"Dale is interested in energy and synergy. He motivates and encourages others to participate to make things happen. Dale also has a high Trust level with his collegues and customers!"~Heldur Nork, Lifetouch“Our August ‘4-D’ lead generation E-Marketing was sent out on August 17 to over 25,000 contacts. We have received great feedback from many of you and have seen some great replies from our accounts too. Our thanks to Dale Cobb for the ‘4-D’ idea!"~Karen Walters, Minneapolis, MN

Southwest 2001-2005 & Pacific Northwest 2007-2009

Coordinated publications in a 6 state area. Stabilized district establishing trust and groundwork for region turn around in a declining market.~Grew district from 53,120 customer base to 69,553 resulting in 4.5 million in sales~Reduced negative turn over~Created Salesforce.com training reviving a failed roll-out~Initiated and led Outreach Marketing partnership and contemporary market realignment~Co-led web-based member management online program design~Initiated FISH! Philosophy pilot program~Created career development training & coaching ~Led nation-wide sales presentation restructuring project~Olan Mills University professor (Sales Presentation & Time Management)~President's Club Member~Train the Trainer InstructorWHAT OTHERS SAID-Working with Dale has always been rewarding. Dale has always been on the leading edge developing new ways of marketing his products and services. Always willing to try new approaches and follow through... Always convincing.”Fred Friday, Director of Operations Fundcraft Publishing“Dale has always been a hardworking, dedicated, caring person to work with. He had a good sense of what the customer’s needs and wants were. He had a good marketing sense as to what products and services fulfilled their needs. I would highly recommend Dale.”Dave Butler, President - Olan Mills“I have had the wonderful opportunity to work Dale on several fronts. While partnering with Dale leading large group training sessions, developing processes and programs, I have seen his passion and compassion and desire to do what is right, what is best, and what will lead to success time and time again. There are few people I could recommend more highly.”Billy Stegall, National Training Director - Olan Mills“Dale is always the most prepared person in the room. He has the ability to listen and clarify the issue at hand. He is a creative, caring leader. He has always been a joy to work with.”Beverly Sherman, Owner Creative Connections

Fresno, California

Worked "concurrently" with Spherion Staffing/Interim Personnel developing industrial clientele.

Central California

Set up over 500 micro publishing teams, training key leaders with individualized coaching over a 3-6 month program life cycle. Developed consistently exceptional customer service and team relationships. Created marketing campaigns resulting in over $750,000.00 in annual sales. Served as District Trainer on boarding new employees.~149% increase in programs sold the first full year (1994)~90% closing ration on presentations~10 county coverage managing one of the largest geographical territories in the U.S.~Consistently met and exceeded company plan~7500 Sittings Club Award (1994)~Highest Weekly Sittings Per Camera Award (1998)WHAT OTHERS SAID-“We had the good fortune of having Dale Cobb lead us in what turned out to be a very positive and effective effort. His sharp organizational skills made this large undertaking a smooth experience.”~Steve Williams, Madera, CA“Dale Cobb did an outstanding job for us by being with us every step of the way! Prompt answers of questions and response to phone calls, watching over the process of photography – dropping in at the right moments.”~Betty Nybakken, Bakersfield, CA“Dale Cobb did an outstanding job for us by being available to answer questions and did a good job in training.”~Lanny Lloyd, Ridgecrest, CA

California

Built "Kick the Bucket" integrated marketing program for commercial roofing division~Oversaw direct mail campaign~Directed b2b telemarketing program~Created sales presentation

Central California

Self Employed Wallcovering Contractor~Created new business from scratch~Profitable each and every year~Outside sales~Selection, On Boarding, Training~Managed Sub-Contractor Crews~Directed Installation Projects

Fresno, California Area

Representing the Zig Ziglar Corporation (Ander-Ziglar Success Consultants) marketing the Video Richer Life Course to businesses.

Adult Education Credential

Adult Education Credential - Career Development Specialty (Preliminary) Career Technical Education Credential - Marketing & Communications.

Graduate, Professional Coaching

The Coaches Training Institute offers a personal and professional coaching model developed by Karen Kimsey-House and Henry Kimsey-House..