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December 3, 2024 29 mins
About Dr. Mike Patterson: Dr. Michael Patterson, Ed.D., is an author, speaker, consultant, and host of the Mission First People Always Podcast. A learning strategist and master facilitator, he helps leaders and teams navigate conflict, improve collaboration, and achieve better results. With expertise in Relationship Intelligence, his books Mission First People Always and Have a Nice Conflict have impacted thousands worldwide. Dr. Patterson works with corporate, government, and nonprofit clients to solve problems and enhance performance, focusing on the power of human connections in leadership and teamwork.
In this episode, Shawn and Dr. Mike Patterson discuss:
  • Navigating purpose and fulfillment in retirement
  • Transitioning from work to meaningful service
  • Relationship-building is a cornerstone of life
  • Challenges of early retirement and financial planning

"I literally failed retirement in two weeks because I got antsy, I got anxious, and it wasn’t so much about money—it was about still having something to contribute." — Dr. Mike Patterson Connect with Dr. Mike Patterson:  Website: https://www.drmikepatterson.com/Show: Mission First People Always Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mission-first-people-alwayss-podcast/id1608457367LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichaellpatterson/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealdrmikepatterson/
Get a free copy of Shawn’s book “The Priority of Retirement” here- https://www.retirewisepro.com/the-priority-of-retirement

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