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“Jathan is hands-down, one of the best, most entertaining speakers that I have had the pleasure to work with!!! Our members not only enjoyed his presentation, but they also learned a lot! Most are incorporating his book into their supervisor 'must read' list.”
Diana Moffat, Executive Director, Local Government Personnel Institute
“Jathan's ‘8 Deadly Sins’ seminar is simply fantastic! I apply the principles and techniques on a daily basis. They help me improve organizational performance and accountability and grow as a leader. Plus, they keep us out of trouble.”
Robert Harding, President, Greater Seattle Market, Pacific Continental Bank
“Jathan is a master communicator. He uses humor, stories, tools and techniques to communicate his concrete and practical advice on management do's and don'ts.”
Kari Uhlman, Training and Development Manager, Lewis and Clark College
“In his Star Profile presentation, Jathan made masterful use of storytelling in sharing a critical approach innovative organizations can use to attract, develop and retain key talent.”
Arnie Winkler, Director of Training and Workforce Development, Northwest Public Power Association
“Jathan Janove is an audience favorite whom I have brought back again and again. Not only is he captivating and entertaining but Jathan also teaches real-world concepts that can be immediately implemented in the workplace.”
Monica Whalen, President & CEO, The Employers Council
“The 8 Deadly Sins of Mismanagement training is the most useful management training I have ever experienced. Using its techniques will eliminate unproductive management and employee conflict, build morale, inspire leadership and increase productivity. It will positively and immediately impact the growth of your organization.”
Ira N. Field, President & CEO, Steel Encounters, Inc.
“I have attended many labor and employment seminars, but I have NEVER enjoyed a presentation as much as Jathan Janove’s presentation on Performance Reviews. Jathan uses the perfect mix of humor, intellect and real life examples in getting his points across to the audience. I walked away with a set of tools I can use now. The best!”
Patrick Haygood, Director of Human Resources, Global Catholic Network
"Jathan's presentation style is one of the best I have seen in over 30 years in the utility business. Jathan's tools have become a benchmark we all use. His programs are a sustainable piece of our culture."
Kevin P. Owens, PE, General Manager, Columbia River PUD
“In my thirty years as HR Director/VP I have retained the services of a number of people. Jathan, both as an attorney and trainer, is at the top of that list. He communicates in an entertaining yet not ‘dumbed down’ manner that will reach an audience of any level.”
Carol Bales Schnipper (former) VP-HR, Citigroup
“Jathan’s presentation is so effective at providing the essential skills vital to the success of both our new and seasoned managers that we have incorporated it into our company’s Management Development Program. The principles he teaches are absolutely essential to effective management, and his presentation style makes it extremely easy to understand and apply.”
Rod Lacey, Director of Human Resources, 1-800 CONTACTS, Inc.
“Jathan crafted exceptional presentations that have helped my employees with handling employee conflict and providing feedback that builds morale and a healthy work environment. His presentations are by far the best value for training we have implemented.”
Rich Stayner, President, Bridge Property Management
“Jathan delivers common sense and down-to-earth anti-harassment training. Jathan's style of delivery is exceptional and engaging.”
Ava Doman, System Director, Providence Health & Services
"Jathan has a keen ability to weave fundamental truths about leadership with real-life stories. His program for our management team was not only entertaining and fun, but highly applicable to the day-to-day situations we deal with, and it provided a powerful and lasting learning experience. The training contained many leadership techniques that our managers are using with excellent results."
Dan Cooper, Director of Human Resources, Oregon Department of Justice
“Jathan’s presentation was on target and laced with great humor, in addition to sobering up the audience with real-life workplace examples. His style as a presenter is engaging and thought provoking. I heartily endorse him as a speaker, presenter, and thought leader.”
Brenda L. Rushforth SPHR, Vice President of HR, Pomona College
“The 8 Deadly Sins program is a great tool in helping leaders understand what happens when you fail to deal with the dark side.”
John H. Nichols, Director, Administrative Services Division, Arizona Department of Transportation.
“As a continuing education provider, we look for variety, expertise, personality, creativity and most of all, quality content. Jathan’s webinar provided all plus more. Our audience gave rave reviews and believe me, it’s a tough crowd.”
Chere Estrin, Chairperson, Board of Directors, The Organization of Legal Professionals
“What makes Jathan special is his ability to relate to his audience and understand their perspectives. Jathan’s animated program was entertaining and fun but most importantly, it stuck in the minds of our managers.”
Elaine House, HR Director, Reser’s Fine Foods
“Iron Mountain reached out to Jathan to speak at an Human Resources meeting on internal workplace investigations and he exceeded our expectations with his knowledge and creative delivery style.”
Ed Evarts, (former) Vice President of HR, Iron Mountain
“Jathan changed the way our GMs lead their teams and as a result changed our culture. By using Jathan’s tools, we are better at spending our time building our business instead of wasting time mired in employee issues. Jathan is a master at getting to the root cause of people management problems. Any company would benefit — besides, he’s hilarious.”
Karen McCabe, HR Manager, Crystal Inns