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Columnist: Megan Patton

Megan PattonMegan Patton, Managing Partner of ODA Strategy, is a business strategist who has been a management consultant, trainer and executive coach for most of her career. She spends her time working with individuals, companies and non-profits to help define and implement strategies that enable peak performance and growth. She looks at the way something is done (process); who is doing the work (people); and whether something should be done at all (strategy). Megan approaches client situations from a perspective of what is working well, measured against company goals, and works hand in hand with her clients to develop workable and positive solutions to improving performance.

Megan worked in a “Big Four” consulting firm for many years and focused on business process reengineering, change management and learning system development. Her clients ranged from large multinational companies to internal constituents.

Prior to her career in management consulting, Megan was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Nepal. Megan received a Bachelor of Arts from Kenyon College, and an MBA in Strategy from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University. She is a licensed affiliate of The One Page Business Plan Company. Megan is a strong believer in lifelong learning, and continues to take classes on a variety of subjects.

Learn more about Megan in our featured expert article in the December 2017 issue.

Focus to Bring Clarity

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Now more than ever, there are a lot of things that compete for your time and attention as a business owner. Given our current environment, it is easy to lose focus on the growth goals that keep a company going strong. So how do we first find, then hold onto a focus that will move […]

What Is A People Strategy and Why Do I Need One?

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No matter what your business is, one of the largest assets you likely have is your people. In some cases, it is also the largest risk factor in your company, because people can be unpredictable. Watch as Megan Patton, Business Consultant, shares what a people strategy is and how it can drive your business forward. […]

Develop the Leader Within (Your Company)

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Many of our clients find themselves in this challenging situation: they have grown their company, they are an active president or CEO, but they are still doing much of the day-to-day work. They are essentially glorified managers, not true leaders of their organizations. If they have multiple supervisor-level people reporting to them, they aren’t able […]

The “Stay” Interview

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Have you been shocked when a key employee left your company unexpectedly? Watch this episode where Business Strategist, Megan Patton, offers tips you can use to avoid being shell shocked by a promising employee’s untimely departure. Watch more episodes in Megan’s series, Strategies to Focus and Thrive as a Leader.

What is a People Strategy and Why Do I Need One?

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Spending time with midsize business owners and executives, one common theme I often hear is that “people issues” are among the top things they worry about. I’ve heard owners say, “if I didn’t have to worry about people, my business would be a lot easier!” Managing the issues around people in your company can be […]

Taking Care Of Business While Taking Care of Yourself!

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Women entrepreneurs – are you tried of trying to get it all done – in business, at home, and in the community? Watch this episode where Business Strategist, Megan Patton, shares the importance of creating a “whole self” business plan and gives ideas for how to accomplish that. Watch more episodes in Megan’s series, Strategies […]

Seriously? You Think I Should Hire a Coach?

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When you are in charge of a company, you have a lot on your plate, and you likely spend the day making decision after decision. Life is moving quickly, and you are juggling multiple activities constantly; you need to serve your customers, you are trying to grow the business, and you’re developing and managing your […]

More Tips on Motivation

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Do your employees know their place in the company and how they fit in to the overall picture? Watch as Megan Patton, Business Consultant, shares the importance of making sure each individual employee knows how their specific job contributes to the success of the company. Watch more episodes in Megan’s series, Strategies to Focus and […]

Prepare to Pivot

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In times of crisis, everyone has an increased focus on how to adapt, adjust and make sure their business is in a great position to not only survive the crisis, but thrive through it. A crisis can take many forms. It can be the loss of a major customer, loss of a significant revenue stream, […]

The Morning Routine

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Successful people have a lot in common. One commonality among successful company owners is the establishment of and adherence to routines. Watch this episode with Business Strategist, Megan Patton, to hear what kinds of routines seem to lead to success. Watch more episodes in Megan’s series, Strategies to Focus and Thrive as a Leader.
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