Building impactful
people skills that achieve authentic results
If you believe a business is built on relationships, make building them your business.
Scott Stratten
8 for 10
Give me your team for 8 hours and I’ll provide them with 10 years of accelerated people skills!
What is 8 for 10?
A program created to harness the power of all your team members with interactive, hands-on training focused on people skills for Relationship Building.
Fast-track your team
Designed to fast-track the development of essential interpersonal skills using real-life scenarios in a dynamic training approach.
Bridge building
Engineered to create the bridges for each subsequent generation, by acknowledging that the space between us is unique and valuable.
What's the dynamic that exists between the members of your team? Is it a bridge that fosters connection or a gap that hinders communication?
Don’t let the generation gap become the communication challenge that limits the growth and success of your business. Build a bridge by amplifying the very best of people skills that create connections and significantly increase sales.
Of millennials believe professional development opportunities are one of the most important aspects of company culture (LinkedIn’s 2023 Workplace Learning Report).
Of surveyed employees feel they aren’t reaching full potential at work due to lack of development opportunities (LinkedIn’s 2023 Workplace Learning Report).
Of workers said development opportunities would keep them in a role (LinkedIn’s 2023 Workplace Learning Report).
Of Gen Z employees think that learning is the key to a successful career (LinkedIn).
Higher profit margin overall for companies that offer formalized training programs. These companies also earn over double the income per employee when they offer employee training (Forbes of 2023).
Of employees want training that is engaging and Fun! (HR Drive)
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Why Shade Chaser
My father was always drawn to creativity and had a unique taste in everything he did. Watching him interact with people always amazed me; his conversations were effortlessly charming and engaging. Over time, I realized I had inherited his knack for connecting with others, a trait that shaped my own personality and career. One of his dreams was to own a sailboat, and he eventually purchased a small one, naming it Shade Chaser. Unfortunately, he never got to sail it as he passed away at 61 from cancer. Shade Chaser is a tribute to his unrealized plan and a testament to the lessons he taught me on the power of being sincerely interested in others and building meaningful relationships.
Nothing is more important than building relationships. Nothing.
How We Help You Win
Training
- Relationship Building for Sales & Business Professionals
- The Art of Impact: Mastering the Secrets of Dynamic Presentations
- Interpersonal Skills for Millennials and Gen Z
- Sales Training
- DISC assessment and Behavioral Styles Training
Coaching
- Executive Coaching
- Coaching for Sales Professionals
- Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
- Entrepreneurial Mentorship
Keynote speaker
- It’s Not What You Say, It’s How You Say It
- AI and Social Media’s Impact on People Skills
- Gen X and Beyond – Building The Bridge
International Business
How to Build Relationships Quickly & Effectively with Americans
About me
Jason is dedicated to empowering individuals to gain the confidence they need to pursue their dreams. With a unique and personal approach, Jason has made a profound impact on those seeking to take their next steps, no matter the direction.
Jason’s journey has been anything but ordinary. His career has seen him serve communities in law enforcement, excel in sales, and share his knowledge while living and teaching in Asia. Each experience has enriched his perspective and strengthened his commitment to helping others achieve their goals.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- 22 years of professional sales leadership
- 10 years of law enforcement
- Lived and taught in Japan
- Former adjunct college professor
- Certified professional sales trainer
Relationship Building | Behavioral Styles | Exceptional Presentations - Best-selling author “Feather Sharpens Iron”
- M.A. Human Behavior
- Certified DISC Practitioner
Hear What Others Are Saying
Meeting Jason on a sales call felt like reconnecting with an old friend. His charisma is unmatched. I asked him to mentor me at the start of my sales career, and three years later, I can't praise him enough. His tailored training for millennials and Gen Z is invaluable. Jason uniquely understands the challenges the younger generations are experiencing as well as the frustrations the older generations are having with them. He will help you navigate and communicate in ways that will help you ascend within your company, business, or life. If you're in either group, call him now—you won't regret it!
Miami, Florida
Jason and I connected almost four years ago on a business transaction. He made such a strong impression over the phone that I was eager to meet him in person. After our project, he invited me to lunch and surprised me with a bottle of my favorite wine, which I had mentioned during that very first phone call. . Jason's warmth, sincerity, and ability to uplift are unparalleled. Every meeting with him leaves me feeling better. He is the most authentic and helpful person I've ever met.
"Fantastic facilitators - Nancy and Jason are amazing. I've been to many training seminars and this experience has been the only training seminar that kept me captivated from beginning to end." "Nancy and Jason are great teachers!!! I would do this course again and again." "Instructors were great and very supportive!" "Great instructors" "Very informative class. Effective teaching driven by well-versed, enthusiastic instructors who were able to push people out of their comfort zones and teach them how to become better public speakers."
As a younger Gen Z founder, this book was incredibly helpful to me. What I didn’t realize before starting a company was that every role is a sales role. Whether you’re convincing vendors to work with you, convincing clients to buy from you, or convincing employees to work for you, you’re always selling. I used to have a very transactional approach to selling, and Jason’s book helped me fix that. In a world where everything is becoming more and more digital, I began thinking that you can get away with simply emailing clients and processing invoices. Right? Wrong. I can’t emphasize enough how valuable "Feather Sharpens Iron" is for a Gen Z person. If you can develop relationships and be someone that other people trust and want to work with, which Jason teaches you how to do in his book, you will be light-years ahead of other sales people in the space. This book has helped me become a better salesperson and leader, and I’m actively sharing these findings with my team.
I met Jason in 2017 during a sales call for a kitchen and bathroom remodel. By the end of the project, we had developed a friendship, and I adopted him as a mentor. Over the years, I've sought his guidance on business, negotiations, and personal challenges. Jason's perspective and support have been invaluable. He's a remarkable and dynamic individual, and I’m grateful to call him a friend and mentor. If you ever have the chance to speak with Jason, don’t hesitate. I can’t emphasize enough how valuable "Feather Sharpens Iron" is for a Gen Z person. If you can develop relationships and be someone that other people trust and want to work with, which Jason teaches you how to do in his book, you will be light-years ahead of other sales people in the space. This book has helped me become a better salesperson and leader, and I’m actively sharing these findings with my team.
Feather Sharpens Iron
The Soft Skills Needed to be your Best in Sales, and in Life
I wrote the book that I needed to read at the start of my career in sales.
This book isn't just for salespeople; it's a wake-up call for anyone navigating the complexities of human interaction.
From mastering the art of persuasion to honing emotional intelligence, each chapter offers a treasure trove of tips and techniques to sharpen your soft skills toolkit.