Redefining Leadership: Patti Cotton on Emotional Intelligence & Ethical Influence

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Join us and be inspired in this replay episode from Women Acquiring Assets, featuring Patti Cotton’s journey from a part-time secretary to the Chief Development Officer of a major healthcare system —a testament to perseverance, integrity, and visionary leadership. Navigating the challenges of single motherhood while climbing the corporate ladder, she built her career on a foundation of mentorship, ethical decision-making, and emotional intelligence.

Patti’s decision to step away from a high-level position due to burnout and misaligned values marked a pivotal moment, leading her to create a leadership development consultancy focused on cultivating authenticity and impact in the business world. Her leadership approach emphasizes the power of self-acceptance, psychological safety, and inclusive practices that allow teams to thrive. With a deep understanding of the human side of leadership, Patti encourages executives to dismantle unspoken assumptions and build a “brain trust” network that fosters reciprocal learning and innovation.

Her coaching model centers on empathy, authenticity, and purpose—skills she believes are essential for navigating today’s relational and emotionally complex business environment. Now focused on expanding her consultancy, Patti is developing leadership groups, writing a new book, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. If you're a leader looking to build a values-driven, emotionally intelligent team—or simply someone ready to align your career with your core beliefs—Patti Cotton offers the guidance and tools to help you lead with purpose.

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