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I Thought You Knew...

Ellen Patnaude, an Executive and Communication Coach with more than two decades of experience, reveals her insights about how and why we project our own fears and beliefs onto others. She candidly shares the mistakes she’s made in her career and life, and offers simple, clear ideas on how to have the hard conversations that lead to more effective everyday interactions.

The Book - I Thought You Knew... Confessions of a Chronic Assumer

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Ellen Patnaude has been speaking to groups for more than two decades, ranging
in size from 25 up to 1,500. Her down-to-earth style makes her relatable and
approachable, and leaves audiences confident they can actually do something
differently as a result of what they’ve learned.

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The Patnaude Perspective

Coming Spring 2024…

Ellen’s next book! This memoir/non-fiction guide chronicles her very bumpy ride
through caring for her mother as she suffered from Lewy Body dementia. Ellen’s
raw account of what happened sheds light on the parts of caregiving that are not
usually discussed. The messy, the painful, the terrifying, and the unexpected.

Each chapter ends with Ellen’s reflections on the experience, as well as some
suggestions of things she wishes someone would have told her at the time.
Expected publication in early 2024. Join our mailing list to get all the latest updates!

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From the readers of "I Thought You Knew..."

It may sound like an unusual compliment for a business book, but this is a beautiful, insightful piece of work. I typically speed through the "stories" in business books to get to the meat of the point. But in this book the stories grabbed my attention and didn't let go. Ellen bravely and powerfully shares lessons she learned the hard way. Then she tops it off with solid advice for improving your communication skills and ultimately, business and personal relationships. Be ready with your highlighter and pen to make this a well-worn resource.
Mary K.Business Owner
Everyone needs to read this book! After reading it, I realized how I constantly 'assume' things about people and situations, and often incorrectly, in my daily life. Whether it be business or personal, I have learned many valuable and practical ideas and suggestions about how to step back and take the time to see the other person's perspective. The Introduction of the book hit me square in the face "Unmet expectations are almost always the result of assumptions."
Karen M.Business Owner
In 2022 a book about assumptions acts as a lighthouse to a better perspective on other people and their intensions. Ellen’s vulnerability and insight as the lighthouse keeper guides the reader to a better place. This book is a must read for anyone who works, plays, communicates, or lives with other people…which is you, you need to read this book.
Eric H.Director of Brand Strategy & Social Media
In these extraordinary times, we need truth tellers, people who can hold their actions up to the microscope and analyze the moving parts, identify the disease and help eradicate it. In the field of coaching Ellen has been both student and teacher. The lessons she imports from her years working as a community organizer and honing her craft as a coach, and in her everyday life, give her readers relatable examples while giving us the tools and courage to embrace ourselves, right or wrong, learn from it, and use it to make our world a better place.
Rebecca G.Humanist & Environmentalist
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