Leadership Greater Topeka | Eric Patterson Jr

Compiled by LAUREN JURGENSEN | Photos by BRADEN DIMICK

What is one leadership lesson you've learned in your career and what impact has it made on you? 
Don’t chase the money, but if you do the right thing and take care of the people around you, the money will follow. 

What does being a leader mean to you? 
Being a leader means taking a chance. Being able to take the fall and get back up again. To me, it’s about not being scared to fail, and to always have your eye on the goal ahead. It’s also about being able to support, bring up and impact those behind you. 

What characteristic do you most admire in others and why? 
Humor. Everyone can always use a good laugh.  

What do you collect? Why? 
Shoes. I always have to come correct and step out in something different.  

What do you love most about Topeka and why?  
The opportunities. There is a lot to become of Topeka, and for those who want to be part of the change, Topeka is your canvas. 

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