by Linda Patten | Aug 11, 2016 | Lessons in Leadership
Growing up in the Midwest, “real” fried clams were not something that I ever ate. My mom bought either bought Mrs. Paul’s or Groton’s frozen fried clams. Because this was what I was used to, I thought they were the most marvelous creations in the world. They were...
by Linda Patten | Feb 11, 2016 | Lessons in Leadership
Fame attracts money. This was a quote from my coach and mentor, Ann Evanston, from one of our training calls. She went on to explain that fame and being famous wrapped around visibility. The light bulb went on for me. If you know my story, then you know that I was...
by Linda Patten | May 28, 2015 | Lessons in Leadership
Well, what is your insight into the Nature versus Nurture controversy in leadership? You may very well believe that leadership takes talent that is born in someone. You may even have a talent for leadership. However, defining ‘talent’ can be more complicated. Many...
by Linda Patten | May 14, 2015 | Lessons in Leadership
You may think that delegating is a skill you don’t need now that you are in direct marketing and have a team. Your team is made up of independent contractors after all. What if I told you that delegating is the cornerstone to keeping the team alive, active, loyal and...
by Linda Patten | May 14, 2014 | Lessons in Learning
Navigating The Louvre can be a challenge for anyone, but it is especially interesting for someone who is handicapped. I have toured The Louvre with my daughter and my husband on separate occasions; I know the complexity of the museum and the interesting routes you...
