1879 Fractional Learning with Jake Stahl

Published: April 13, 2024, 4 p.m.

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the CEO of Jake Stahl Consulting, Jake Stahl.\n\n\n\nJake Stahl's role as a fractional chief learning officer provides a strategic advantage for companies that value employee development but lack the resources for a full-time CLO. His method offers access to high-level learning strategies without needing a full-time executive, providing essential flexibility for scaling and adapting in a rapidly changing business landscape.\n\nHe emphasizes the importance of thorough training and development to ensure a substantial return on workforce investment. Jake points out that inadequate training can result in higher turnover rates, which are costly and disruptive. By prioritizing quality training programs, companies can increase employee engagement, boost performance, and drive business success.\n\nJake highlights the importance of interactive learning experiences in response to the expectations of today's workforce. Employees seek active involvement in their learning beyond passive lectures. Using technology and innovative teaching techniques, he crafts immersive learning environments that engage employees and promote more profound understanding.\nKey Points from the Episode:\n

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  • Role of a fractional chief learning officer
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  • Importance of effective onboarding and training for new employees
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  • Investment in proper training and development for high return on investment and reduced turnover
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  • Expertise in instructional design and psychology of learning
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  • Understanding the learner's perspective and customizing training programs
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  • Creating interactive and engaging learning experiences for employees
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  • Approach to thought leadership in the learning and development industry
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  • Practical advice for businesses to improve training and development processes
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\nAbout Jake Stahl:\nJake Stahl stands at the forefront of conversational dynamics, earning widespread acclaim as a fractional Chief Learning Officer. His innovative 'Adaptive Conversational Blueprint' is transforming the landscape of sales, equipping sales professionals with the skills to become relational architects who build deep connections with their prospects. This groundbreaking approach is further enhanced by his development of the 2/10 Rule, which upends conventional views on the flow of conversation by prioritizing rhythm and cadence.\n\nWith an illustrious career spanning over three decades, Jake has made significant contributions to the field of training and development, sharing his profound knowledge and expertise across six countries and positively impacting the lives of more than 10,000 individuals. Beyond his professional achievements, Jake is a master mason and a devoted father to four children, seamlessly integrating his vast practical experience with his deep insight into human...