Meet Me Here
These are the pages beyond the book, the lens, the words, the gatherings, and the steps I'm taking next.
Giving Back
Aaron and his wife Vanessa believe that giving is a responsibility, not a gesture. Their support is personal, grounded in gratitude, and focused on real community needs.
The Patience Foundation
The Patience Foundation was created as a way for our family to give back with care, purpose, and intention.
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Led by Jake Patience (Executive Director), Vanessa Patience (Vice Chair), and Aaron Patience (Chairman), our first steps are already underway.​
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We’re committed to giving quietly and meaningfully, fully self-funded and supported in part by proceeds from Leadership Impact.​
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Photo: The Patience family’s first board meeting in Barbados to formally establish the foundation.​​
Camillus House
Camillus House has served the Miami community for over 60 years, providing compassionate care to individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Their programs offer everything from emergency shelter and meals to permanent housing, healthcare, and job training.
Aaron has served on the Board of Directors for more than a decade and remains deeply committed to their mission.
To learn more, get involved, or consider donating, visit https://www.camillus.org/.
St. John Neumann Catholic School
St. John Neumann is a vibrant parish and school community in South Florida that has played an important role in the Patience family’s life.
Rooted in faith, service, and family connection, the parish brings people together .
Each year, the St. John Neumann Fishing Tournament helps raise funds to support parish and school needs, drawing together generations in a spirit of giving and celebration.
To learn more, get involved, or consider donating, visit https://www.fishing-sjncs.org/.
Events & Speaking
What's Ahead...
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Launch events and book appearances are on the horizon, with gatherings planned in both Florida and Barbados. This is where those details will be shared first.
Beyond the launch, I’m also exploring future opportunities to speak and host small-format gatherings, moments that bring stories and people together, whether in person or in thoughtfully designed settings.
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If you’d like to be part of one, or you’re considering something of your own, feel free to reach out.
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The stack
Impactful books as of late. If it’s here, it made an impact.
Mel Robbins
It’s not a mystery why this book has sold more than four million copies, it’s that good. In my opinion, you’re getting three books in one. Each part stands on its own and reshapes how you think. I was only a few chapters in before I started sending it to friends as a must-read.
Chris Voss
Great title. Great audio narration by Chris Voss. This one is a shift in pace for me, I’m enjoying the blend of storytelling, real-world tension, and strategy. You get the behind-the-scenes view of FBI negotiations and the logic behind each move. It’s not just theory it’s real-life, and it’s useful right now.
James Clear
A powerful book. I’ve already read it twice. It’s one of those that makes you say, “I’m going to do all of this,” and then you go back to make sure you are. It aligned with many of my core beliefs and habits, which made it even more enjoyable. Practical, clear, and high impact.
Behind the scenes
A few photos with my weekend producer, Abby Patience - up early, keeping me on task and on script as we filmed the welcome video.
 Napa, California |  Ireland |
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 Barbados |  Shark's Cove, Oahu, HI |
 Seaside, Florida |  Lyford Cay, Bahamas |
 Turks and Caicos |  Miami, FL |
 Eagle, Colorado |  Key Largo, Florida |
 Cork, Ireland |  North Pacific Ocean, AK |
 Key West, Florida |