business leaders - Patti Cotton https://patticotton.com Executive Coach & Career Strategist Sun, 15 Dec 2024 23:22:40 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.3 https://patticotton.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/favicon-136x150.png business leaders - Patti Cotton https://patticotton.com 32 32 Business Leader: Are You Socially Isolated? https://patticotton.com/business-leader-are-you-socially-isolated/ https://patticotton.com/business-leader-are-you-socially-isolated/#respond Wed, 18 Sep 2024 20:00:18 +0000 https://patticotton.com/?p=9679 In today’s fast-paced, hyper-connected world, it’s paradoxical yet increasingly common for business leaders to experience social isolation. This phenomenon, exacerbated by the rise of remote work and digital communication, poses a significant threat to their professional effectiveness. As business leaders, we often overlook the subtle but profound impact that social isolation can have on our […]

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]]> https://patticotton.com/business-leader-are-you-socially-isolated/feed/ 0 The Power of Self-Accountability: True Leadership Begins with the Person in the Mirror https://patticotton.com/the-power-of-self-accountability-true-leadership-begins-with-the-person-in-the-mirror/ https://patticotton.com/the-power-of-self-accountability-true-leadership-begins-with-the-person-in-the-mirror/#respond Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:30:01 +0000 https://patticotton.com/?p=9673 When it comes to leadership, there’s a lot of talk about accountability. You’ve probably heard it in meetings, seen it in performance reviews, and maybe even mentioned it yourself when discussing team dynamics. But let’s be honest—most of us view accountability through a very narrow lens. We think about how accountable others are to us. […]

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]]> https://patticotton.com/the-power-of-self-accountability-true-leadership-begins-with-the-person-in-the-mirror/feed/ 0 Redefining Success: Aligning Your Leadership Role with Personal Fulfillment https://patticotton.com/redefining-success-aligning-your-leadership-role-with-personal-fulfillment/ https://patticotton.com/redefining-success-aligning-your-leadership-role-with-personal-fulfillment/#respond Wed, 07 Aug 2024 20:25:57 +0000 https://patticotton.com/?p=9636 It’s been a rough four years. No matter where you stand with the events of today’s world, we have experienced unprecedented challenges. And it has taken its toll. More business leaders are leaving their roles than at any other time in our lifetime (McKinsey, Forbes). And that echoes the sentiment I am hearing from so […]

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]]> https://patticotton.com/redefining-success-aligning-your-leadership-role-with-personal-fulfillment/feed/ 0 Jumpstarting Leadership Abilities https://patticotton.com/jumpstarting-leadership-abilities/ https://patticotton.com/jumpstarting-leadership-abilities/#respond Tue, 09 Jul 2024 19:05:47 +0000 https://patticotton.com/?p=9622 When was the last time you undertook a major initiative? No doubt, you and your team did some careful planning over time to outline a strategic plan and to get the right people and processes in place to launch successfully. But did you consider what you would personally need in order to lead this expanded […]

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]]> https://patticotton.com/jumpstarting-leadership-abilities/feed/ 0 Combating Decision Fatigue: Empowering Executives to Make Better Choices https://patticotton.com/combating-decision-fatigue-empowering-executives-to-make-better-choices/ https://patticotton.com/combating-decision-fatigue-empowering-executives-to-make-better-choices/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2024 23:00:21 +0000 https://patticotton.com/?p=9612 Imagine Jane (a real situation, but fictitious name), a senior executive at a fast-growing tech company. Jane is brilliant, driven, and deeply committed to her role; and her leadership has helped the company outperform its two main competitors. When I met her, however, Jane was feeling overwhelmed. “Every day presents a relentless stream of decisions, […]

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]]> https://patticotton.com/combating-decision-fatigue-empowering-executives-to-make-better-choices/feed/ 1 The Neuroscience of Leadership: The Power of Emotional Agility https://patticotton.com/the-neuroscience-of-leadership-the-power-of-emotional-agility/ https://patticotton.com/the-neuroscience-of-leadership-the-power-of-emotional-agility/#respond Tue, 07 May 2024 22:00:05 +0000 https://patticotton.com/?p=9573 As you navigate the intricate paths of leadership, it is important to note that cognitive agility is indispensable (see previous article). This ability to flex deftly with thinking allows leaders to pivot swiftly, grasp complexities, and address challenges with creativity and insight. However, without its strategic partner, emotional agility, even the sharpest cognitive dexterity can […]

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