Patricia Clason, RCC, owner of Accountability Coaching Associates and Director of Center for Creative Learning, was the first to receive the "Registered Corporate Coach" designation from the Worldwide Association of Business Coaches. Patricia is also a professional speaker, author, trainer and coach with over thirty years of experience.

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	EQ (Emotional Intelligence) – A Map for Personal and Professional Success by Patricia Clason - Dec, 2008 The amount of information and technology available to the average worker today is more than a worker experienced in a lifetime in 1900, and that information and technology will double in less than two years! The speed of life has definitely increased as has the stress we are under every da...
	Is Coaching for You? by Patricia Clason - Jan, 2006 Coaching is one of the fastest growing professions today, yet many do not know exactly what a coach is (outside of the sports venue) and how to utilize the services of a coach. On February 6, 2006, as part of the celebration of International Coaching Week, a coalition of Milwaukee area co...
	Ethics and Leadership Under the Magnifying Glass by Patricia Clason - Mar, 2004 Despite the recent examples of the leaders of Enron, Tyco, WorldCom, Parmalat (10 executives recently arrested) and others, it is possible to have ethical leadership. Leading by values is the key. Living those values in the workplace, walking the talk we espouse, is the only way we can ex...
	Beating the Business Blues Barrier by Patricia Clason - Jan, 2004 The Business Blues Barrier: Sometimes building my career seems far too difficult. The money isn’t there, the hours are long. I get discouraged and depressed. What can I do? First things first. Is this career something you enjoyed doing, once upon a time? Tragically, far too many peop...
	Finding the job you really want by Patricia Clason - Jan, 2004 I can’t seem to find the job I really want. None of the job listings appeal to me. Help!! A very important element in your job search is having a very clear picture of what you have to offer and the job you really want. Write the job description of your ideal job. Start with a basi...
	Get excited about job hunting by Patricia Clason - Jan, 2004 I’d like to do something that I enjoy and get paid for it. Yet when I look for a job, I find myself thinking about my office skills or other business skills and there’s no enthusiasm or excitement about job hunting. What to do? There are many books these days, like Do What You Love and...
	How can I guarantee myself a job and a future? by Patricia Clason - Jan, 2004 Research shows that it only takes three to five years for over 50 percent of working skills to become obsolete. Today’s futurists are now saying that the average high school graduate will have five completely different careers in their lifetime. Not five different jobs. Five completely ...
	Improve your career through volunteering by Patricia Clason - Jan, 2004 It was suggested to me that I do some volunteer work to help my career. How can that possibly help? Volunteering provides opportunities that benefit even the most altruistic volunteer. As the coordinator of the Woman to Woman Conference and a Board member of several non-profits, I hav...
	LIGHTEN UP! - Worry and Anger can be healthy by Patricia Clason - Jan, 2004 Is worry about a job change, promotion or challenging co-worker on your mind, or are you frustrated with your employer, the job search or your work team? Here's a few suggestions may help you shift your emotions and get a new perspective. As children we learn that it is important to ...
	Networking effectively by Patricia Clason - Jan, 2004 Question: How can I be a more effective networker? How can I get over my fear of networking? Fear comes from the thought that something bad will happen in the next moment. In the here and now, we are safe, nothing bad is happening. Take a look at the thoughts you have about network...
	Overcoming procrastination now...not later by Patricia Clason - Jan, 2004 My biggest challenge is procrastination. I am currently unemployed, looking for a job, and the days just seem to get away from me and I don’t accomplish anything. Help! One of the biggest challenges about time management for those who are unemployed, self-employed or self-directed, i...
	Preparing for a change by Patricia Clason - Jan, 2004 I have some time to prepare for my career change. I am okay in the job I have and can afford to take some time to do it right in making a change. What do you suggest? The best advice that I can give you comes from another coach. As a career coach and outplacement professional for the...
	Ride the roller coaster of life by Patricia Clason - Jan, 2004 I’m feeling very discouraged. I can’t seem to find the job opportunity that works for me. Help! I understand frustration. Let me start by telling you some of my story. I never graduated from college! I left after a semester and a half because of a sprained ankle and the inability to m...
	Time for a change? by Patricia Clason - Jan, 2004 I am not happy in my present position and am thinking about changing my job or even starting a business. What factors should I consider in my decision? I suggest that you review this "Top Ten" list that addresses this issue: 1. Decide what it is that makes you uneasy, restless, or i...
	Top 10 Questions Most Often Asked by Interviewers by Patricia Clason - Dec, 2003 It’s been a long time since I’ve been in the job search process. What kinds of questions do interviewers ask? I think I’ve got a good resume, it’s the interview I am worried about. Following is a list of the Top 10 Questions Most Often Asked by Interviewers. To be prepared for an i...
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