Dr. Patty Ann

Synergy in Action: Unlocking Business Success Through Enhanced Team Collaboration

To stay competitive or ahead of the curve in today’s fast-paced business environment, collaboration is not a “nice” to have, it is a “must” have – because it’s a critical component of success. Organizations that harness the collective skills and insights of their teams often outpace their competition in innovation, efficiency, and morale. Following is […]

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The Costly Mistake Entrepreneurs Make: Failure to Create an Exit Strategy

Here is the last blog in this series of pitfalls to avoid before entering an entrepreneurial business partnership. Although this may seem counter-intuitive, it is important to create an exit strategy before entering the entrepreneurial business partnership. Listed below are the problems and potential dangers for the business and the partnership that you want to

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A Winning Combo: Positive Intelligence and A Growth Mindset

Why have one winning attribute when you can have two? In the pursuit of success, two powerful attributes, Positive Intelligence and Growth Mindset, combine to offer distinct but complementary pathways to success. Positive Intelligence empowers us to channel positivity and emotional resilience. It equips us with the tools to face adversity with a resilient spirit,

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Team Emotional Intelligence

To win in today’s highly competitive, rapidly evolving landscape of business, we are all familiar with the concept of emotional intelligence (EQ). However, what most leaders are less familiar with is the concept of “team emotional intelligence”. Team Emotional Intelligence (TEI) uses the principles of emotional intelligence, and rather than focusing on the individual, team

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Soft Skills: A “Must Have” not a “Nice to Have” for Success

It’s almost impossible to hear any conversation about business today not focused on AI, technical abilities and professional (subject matter) expertise. And while any company’s success will undoubtedly incorporate these skills, the significance of soft skills (or essential human skills) must not be over-looked and cannot be over-emphasized. Defined as personal attributes that enable individuals

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Navigating the Financial Landscape: Essential Considerations for a Successful Business Partnership/Relationship

Money can make or break any relationship – business or personal. Therefore, before you enter a business partnership it’s imperative you and your potential business partner discuss, up front, the financial commitments involved. Following are six (6) financial considerations that must be addressed to ensure your relationship with your business partner is a success. Capital:

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Layoff Leadership: Behavioral Strategies for Leading Through Layoffs

Lately, if you listen to the business news or read any business publication, it seems as if another company is announcing another round of layoffs. Leading through a layoff is one of the most challenging situations a business leader must face. When doing so, it is imperative leaders remember they are directly impacting a person’s

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Why Compatibility is Key in Business Partnerships: Similar Values, Goals, and Work Ethic

Compatibility: The Key to a Successful Business Relationship/Partnership When considering entering a business relationship or partnership, it is crucial to consider the compatibility of the individuals involved. Having similar values, goals, and work ethic can greatly contribute to the success of the partnership. One of the most important aspects of compatibility in a business partnership

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Innovation Beyond Algorithms: Why Soft Skills Will Matter More Than Ever in an AI-Driven Era

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a groundbreaking force, reshaping industries, and redefining the boundaries of what’s possible in business. As AI continually creates a paradigm shift in technological advances, its impact on business is profound, offering unprecedented efficiency, automation capabilities, and data insights. However, amidst these technological advancements,

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