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How Leaders Can Move Past “Survival of the Fittest” to “Survive and Be Fit” 

By Sylvia Lafair | May 24, 2022 | Comments Off on How Leaders Can Move Past “Survival of the Fittest” to “Survive and Be Fit” 

Summary: External forces keep us on our toes, ready to react. Here we discuss the hidden reasons for why we respond as we do.  Dear Dr. Sylvia,  I’ll cut right to the chase. Time is going by, and I am frustrated and worried.  I am a 47-year-old healthy male who is the CFO of a…

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Here’s How to Erase the Obstacles to Change and Adaptability

By Sylvia Lafair | March 15, 2022 | Comments Off on Here’s How to Erase the Obstacles to Change and Adaptability

Summary: Change is coming faster than ever before. The whole world seems out of control. While change is unsettling, the process of adapting from now to new is vital for future success. Here are some methods to move forward.  Dear Dr. Sylvia,  I keep vacillating from denying my negative emotions, staying positive, and stating that…

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Joanne LaMarca Mathisen

By Sylvia Lafair | August 30, 2020 | Comments Off on Joanne LaMarca Mathisen

JOANNE LAMARCA Certified CEO Facilitator and Coach Joanne LaMarca Mathisen has studied with Sylvia Lafair since 2001. She is a graduate of CEO’s TLC program. In addition, to further her education, in pattern breakthrough coaching, she completed TLC Advanced. Jo is a “Gutsy Gal” facilitator for women leaders. She is a certified CEO facilitator and…

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Gail Watts

By Sylvia Lafair | August 30, 2020 | Comments Off on Gail Watts

Gail Watts Pattern Breakthrough Coaching™Coaches & Consultants Gail Watts has been a management and employee consultant throughout her career. In the workplace, she is known for her ability to assess situations quickly and accurately. She provides sound guidance or intervention to resolve often complex managerial, employee, and workgroup situations. Gail has experience in both profit…

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Nancy Pennebaker

By Sylvia Lafair | August 30, 2020 | Comments Off on Nancy Pennebaker

Nancy Pennebaker Pattern Breakthrough Coaching™Coaches & Consultants Nancy Pennebaker has more than 30 years of professional experience in higher education and administration. She has a Master’s Degree in journalism and public relations from the University of Oregon. In addition, she is a graduate of Stanford University’s prestigious Business Leadership Institute. Pennebaker’s career addresses the areas…

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Cynthia Tom

By Sylvia Lafair | August 30, 2020 | Comments Off on Cynthia Tom

Cynthia Tom Pattern Breakthrough Coaching™Coaches & Consultants Cynthia Tom is an experienced sales and marketing executive in the healthcare industry. Her initial career included a focus on working for 25 years in pharmaceutical sales. She then turned her skills to the not-for-profit area and has worked with women in transition. Her goal is to empower…

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Jess Todtfeld

By Sylvia Lafair | August 30, 2020 | Comments Off on Jess Todtfeld

Jess Todtfeld Pattern Breakthrough Coaching™Coaches & Consultants Jess Todtfeld creates space for people to show up. Todtfeld has spent the last 25 years working in communications as a trainer, consultant, TV producer, host, and best-selling author. Todtfeld helps CEOs and business executives become more confident and more in control and create more successful results in…

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Barry Ginnetti

By Sylvia Lafair | August 30, 2020 | Comments Off on Barry Ginnetti

Barry Ginnetti Pattern Breakthrough Coaching™Coaches & Consultants Barry Ginnetti is a founding partner, President/CEO of The GMR Group. He created a strategic managed care marketing consultancy that is well-known in the corporate world. As a sought-after speaker, he has extensive sales, marketing, and business development background in the pharmaceutical industry. When he was a Senior…

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Tanya O’Neill, PhD

By Sylvia Lafair | August 30, 2020 | Comments Off on Tanya O’Neill, PhD

Tanya O’Neill, PhD Pattern Breakthrough Coaching™Coaches & Consultants Tanya O’Neill, Ph.D., is a respected motivational facilitator. This achievement comes from both her time as a Desert Storm vet, and Inclusion & Diversity consultant. Her background has proven to get results, and she helps clients achieve their goals. With degrees in Nursing (BSN), Human Services (MHS),…

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Jodi Klugman-Rabb

By Sylvia Lafair | August 30, 2020 | Comments Off on Jodi Klugman-Rabb

Jodi Klugman-Rabb MS, LMFT Jodi, a well-regarded professional, has a 20-year background in individual and family therapy. She now brings her deep knowledge of relationships into the workplace. With her expertise, she helps teams cooperate and communicate efficiently. Even better, they develop a sense of caring and compassion. As a Pattern Breakthrough Coach, Jodi quickly…

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