Yesterday marked two years since my first ER visit for my heart. And it marks the beginning of the many miracles over the next seven weeks that kept me alive while we figured out what was going on, eventually resulting in open heart surgery for a triple artery bypass procedure (as you can see in the photo). As I ponder and reflect, I am deeply filled with love and gratitude for God whose tender mercies allowed me to live, helped…
A recent conversation with a friend prompted me to ponder and share a few thoughts. My pondering led me to rediscover a binding link between Hope, Light, Confidence, Connection and, most importantly, Love. I hope my friend finds something of value. Perhaps you may as well. ❤️ HOPE CREATES LIGHT In the darkness of struggle, hope, along with her sisters of faith and charity, work simply together to create a radiating gift of liberating light. ❤️ LIGHT CREATES CONFIDENCE As light…
When the world seems to spin just a touch faster, when trials and tribulations gather at your doorstep, uninvited, when the weight of it all presses upon your shoulders, threatening to buckle them beneath its burden… I see the human you… Amidst this tempest, I see you standing tall, your spirit resilient, refusing to yield. It’s as though you hold a secret power, an inner flame that burns brightly even when darkness threatens to snuff it out. In the midst…
On the 22nd anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001, I find myself drawn back to that fateful day and the profound lessons it holds for us as leaders, especially those of us steering the ship of small businesses. Winston Churchill, a beacon of resilience, once said, “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” It was this very courage that defined leaders in the wake of 9/11. POWER OF…
You’re on a challenging journey, one that demands your very best intentional leadership. The path is filled with twists and turns, and at times, it feels like you’re navigating through a dense forest with no map. That’s the journey of leading a business, and it’s one I know. Hi there, I’m Les Patterson, and I’ve spent years on this leadership journey myself. I’m a Leadership Mentor and Business Coach, Professional Speaker and Storyteller, Military Veteran and a Sound Heart Champion….
The thunderous rumble of a pack of motorcycles is a symphonic sound that reverberates deep inside my heart, much like the awe-inspiring roar of a fighter jet slicing through the sky or the resounding boom of a field artillery howitzer (a sound I know intimately well), delivering its explosive message to the world. To me, these are more than just sounds. They are the rumblin’ heartbeats of freedom. The warm Cache Valley air was filled with these rumblin’ heartbeats Saturday…
One question… What is one thing you would like to feel more confident about today? That’s it… What you are feeling right now is more powerful than anything I could ever say. Now, what will you do with your answer? I guess that was actually two questions. In that case, let’s make it a solid Power of Three series of questions. How will that one thing you feel more confident about empower another person? Okay. That’s it. No more questions….
In the midst of life’s uncertainties, there are moments that shine as beacons of hope, guiding us through the darkness and inspiring us to persevere. My friend Cameron Gallagher shared such a story of hope, a story that deeply touched my heart. Speaking yesterday in our Sunday church services, Cameron recounted an experience he had a few years ago walking along the cliffs of Cornwall, England. As he gazed out at the vast sea, looking towards the unseen coast of…
When pioneer families, including their children, embarked on the treacherous journey across the plains, they walked in the faith of their beliefs and the promise of a better future. Despite the hardships, they chose to embrace unity and hope, turning to the power of song, prayer, and unwavering faith. As they walked, their harmonious voices lifted spirits, fostering a sense of togetherness and determination amidst adversity. They sought solace in prayer, finding strength to endure the trials that lay ahead….
At the heart of all I do as a leadership coach, professional speaker and storyteller, and SoundHeart Champion lies my deep-rooted WHY: “Empower Myself to Create a Story of Love & Greatness, then Empower Others to Create Their Story of Love & Greatness.” This profound mission first led me on a journey of self-discovery, where I learned to empower myself and, in turn, empower others through this Power of Three focus of Creating A Vision, Executing A Strategy, and Living…