The Ladderburner Team
Meet the team of people dedicated to spreading the word about a better way to get ahead at work.

Dr. Alan Patterson
Author, lead troublemaker
Alan has inspired hundreds of clients over the past four decades – but not by using standard coaching methods. Instead, he guides career-driven professionals down a path toward meaningful work that is not only successful but also rewarding.

Jenny Knuth
Creative heckler, Book Promotion, Ladderburner
Jenny is a natural knowledge seeker, dreamer, and has a unique artistry in sharing powerful information. She loves channeling her creativity everywhere she casts her attention, from leadership development and work life culture to being a wizard of branding and design.
Our Ambassadors
These are the AMAZING people bringing Ladderburning and bridge building to life EVERY DAY.

Finding Success with Authenticity
3 min. read Don’t compare yourself to others – everyone’s success looks different!

Countdown to Book Launch
< 1 min. read To support the community here and celebrate the new book coming out this week, we are counting down to May 6.

Creating Your Own Path
5 min. read Stop following the breadcrumbs of those who came before you. There are infinite possibilities – go create yours.

Stop Waiting! Wake Up & Redesign Your Workweek.
5 min. read After feeling stuck and in a rut, Jenny stopped waiting for permission and stopped using “busy” as an excuse.