Jim Batz , The Human Skills Academy Email & Phone Number

The Human Skills Academy was born out of my deep frustration with the pervasive absence of the human spirit in professional environments. Our mission is clear: to prioritize and cultivate genuine connection skills when they matter the most.Our unwavering mission is to equip individuals and organizations with the indispensable human skills essential for fostering trust, nurturing collaboration, and effecting meaningful change.Whether you seek to cultivate harmony within teams, refine your presentation prowess, craft compelling narratives, navigate organizational change, or bolster the communication skills of emerging managers, rest assured, we are here to facilitate the transformation of your aspirations into tangible impact. Together, let us forge a path towards enduring success and fulfillment.

Santa Monica, Ca, Us

Directed a Global L&D Team: Led a dynamic, global Learning and Developmentteam to design and deploy comprehensive, multi-modal learning programs thataligned with organizational objectives.Strategic Learning Framework: Pioneered and executed a strategic learningframework to identify and close crucial skill gaps while achieving a consistent 15%year-over-year increase in employee metrics as measured by L1-L3 surveys andperformance results.Culture of Continuous Learning: Spearheaded initiatives to promote continuouslearning and growth through diverse programs such as leader coaching, roundtables, New Hire Orientation, Skill of the Quarter, new leader training, andcommunication skills workshops (Art of the Presentation, Storytelling,Conversation).Innovative Management Training: Established and executed a pioneeringmanagement training initiative, maintaining an impressive Net Promoter Score(NPS) consistently above 80.Communication Skills Certification: Developed and launched the organization’sinaugural communication skills certification program, enhancing team proficiencyin effective communication.Global L&D Strategy: Crafted and implemented a global L&D strategy focusing onbuilding robust people management and leadership capabilities, resulting in a 20%increase in Managerial Pulse Survey scores, demonstrating a significant impacton organizational effectiveness and leadership excellence.

Santa Monica, Ca, Us

Designed and implemented several programs including Managing at Cornerstone,Micro MBA, Development Days, Art of Communication, and Sales Storytelling.Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders and ensured development programsdelivered positive experiences for employees, managers, and HR teams.Established, institutionalized, and successfully executed the pioneeringmanagement training initiative, maintaining an impressive Net Promoter Score(NPS) consistently exceeding 80.Worked closely with business and HR partners to understand and meet businessneeds through tailored L&D programs.Crafted and executed a comprehensive global Learning and Development (L&D)strategy, strategically focusing on cultivating robust people management andleadership capabilities across the entire organization.The result was a remarkable 20% increase in Managerial Pulse Survey scores,showcasing the direct impact of the tailored managerial training program onorganizational effectiveness and leadership excellence.

Santa Monica, Ca, Us

My role revolves around ensuring that the people of Cornerstone OnDemand develop and use the presentation and communication skills that match the high innovative level of their SaaS Talent Management Software.By gaining the ability to tell the Cornerstone OnDemand Story to maximize emotional appeal, coupled with the development of Communication Skills that drive business results, they will ensure audience-centric value is created in any engagement.Cornerstone OnDemand (NASDAQ: CSOD) helps organizations to recruit, train and manage their people. We work with hundreds of the world’s largest companies and thousands of smaller ones to help them engage their workforces and empower their people. Our software impacts every aspect of the employee experience, helping people to make their best work even better – which ultimately translates into greater business results.

Burma Community Builders is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the fulfillment of basic human rights and needs, long term regional stability, and a peaceful existence for the people living along the border of Thailand and Burma.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Us

Territory Management: Managed end-to-end sales processes, including prospecting, closing deals, and facilitating soft skills training.Client Engagement: Delivered tailored training solutions in communication, leadership, sales effectiveness, and customer loyalty.Account Growth: Expanded client base and revenue, consistently ranking in the top 10% of performers.Training Facilitation: Facilitated numerous training sessions, ensuring effective delivery and alignment with client objectives.

Capitola, California, Us

Hired to penetrate new territory and revitalize dormant accounts by uncovering new opportunities. Communication Skills Training, Presentation Skills Training, Executive Communication Coaching, Sales Training, Briefing Program Training, IT Professional Training, Global Communications Training, Leadership Development, Executive and Management Training

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Us

Communispond helps organizations improve their business results by developing sales, presentation, persuasive dialogue skills critical in the ever crowded business world.I was responsible for new business development within an assigned territory. My duties included researching, prospecting and cold calling potential clients. After I identified prospects and potential new business opportunities it was my job to use a consultative sales process to help develop profitable business relationships.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Largest Media Intelligence Provider to the Public Relations IndustryProvided companies with the Media Intelligence tools that enabled them to bring their overall objectives to the public through the media• Prospected and closed 77% of regionally based Fortune 1000 companies and top PR Agency business• Closed a two-year life cycle opportunity which was 200% greater than largest deal in company history.• Accomplishments: Top Global Salesperson 2006, Top National Salesperson 2005, Top Regional Salesperson 2004 • Major Industries Include: Entertainment, Advertising and Marketing, Technology, Healthcare and Automotive• Major Accounts Include: NBC, ABC and Disney, Warner Bros., Sony Online, Amgen and Volvo North America• Prospect Level: CEO, CIO, COO, VP Corp. Comm., VP Adv., Director of Marketing• Additional responsibilities include: Served asWestern Regional Sales Vice President and led team to generate top revenue for the first time in company history

Santa Fe Springs, Ca, Us

Master Of Arts - Ma, Organizational Leadership

Ba, Communications

Certification, Profession Business Coach

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