I’m Patrick Bannister,
a self proclaimed rogue hermit living in the mountains of Montana, with stories to tell.
After decades of devouring books, I wrote a novel, BRATs—a journey that taught me more than just storytelling; it unearthed truths I never expected to discover.
That experience inspired me to create this space for a specific person: you, walking a similar path to one that I have traveled.
Here, I share hard-won insights and unexpected wisdom—the knowledge I wish I'd had when I started my own journey.
My insights come from three distinct wells.
FIRST - drawing from my experience as a retired senior executive in a multibillion-dollar company, where I learned the intricate dance of leadership and strategic thinking. Consider me a ghost mentor.
SECOND - I explore life's unexpected lessons—those brilliant little discoveries that emerge from the chaos of everyday living.
THIRD - take you around the world, from luxury penthouses to war-torn streets, where humanity's peaks and valleys offer their most profound lessons.
Whether you're seeking strategic insight, personal growth, or global perspective, each post offers practical wisdom and actionable takeaways for your unique journey.
Blog
Most of my essays center on business, strategy, philosophy, and tangentially education. Helping people achieve and succeed has always been important to me.
Serendipity
The finding of interesting and valuable things by chance.
Gallery
Some photos of things I have done and places I have been. I have tried hard not to make it an “I love me” wall.