Pooja A. Patel, DrOT, OTR/L, BCG

Evaluator
DISC Type : DSc

Founder & Elder Care Consultant at Aging Together, LLC

Greater Chicago Area, United States

Overview

Dr. Pooja Patel is an occupational therapist and elder care consultant with nearly a decade of experience, primarily focused on geriatrics. She founded Aging Together, LLC to support family caregivers and holds a Board Certification in Gerontology. Colleagues and clients describe her as hardworking, precise, passionate, and empathetic.

Outside of her clinical and entrepreneurial work, Pooja is an avid public speaker and educator, serving as an adjunct professor and guest lecturer at multiple universities. She also hosts "The Aging Together Podcast" to educate the public on age-related health and wellness topics.

Interesting fact: She is a vocal advocate for integrating Generative AI into occupational therapy, creating communities and teaching courses on the subject to fellow practitioners.

Personality Overview

Fast But Analytical

Thorough Evaluator

Quality Focused

They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service  They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical

Topics They Care About

Caregiver Support
Her company, Aging Together, and her podcast are dedicated to providing education, resources, and support for family caregivers of older adults.
Geriatric Care
A Doctor of Occupational Therapy who is Board Certified in Gerontology and holds specialty certifications in dementia care and fall prevention.
AI in Healthcare
Identifies as an "AI Enthusiast" and actively teaches other occupational therapy practitioners how to integrate Generative AI tools into their work.

Media Appearances

Rooted Insights – From Pooja A. Patel, DrOT, OTR/L, BCG. Featured in Rooted Insights

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Keynote Speaker Announcement – Pooja A. Patel, Founder & Elder Care Consultant, Aging Together, LLC. Featured in Facebook (ILOTA)

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Work History

8-2023
Founder & Elder Care Consultant at Aging Together, LLC
1-2023
Host - The Aging Together Podcast at Aging Together, LLC
3-2024
Guest Lecturer & Public Speaker at Rooted Insights
8-2024
Course Instructor at Aspire OT
1-2021
Adjunct Assistant Professor at Delaware State University

Education

2011 - 2017
Doctor of Occupational Therapy from University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
2011 - 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS) from University of the Sciences in Philadelphia

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Exp : 6 Location : Greater Chicago Area, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Founder & Elder Care Consultant at Aging Together, LLC
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Insights For Selling To Pooja A.

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘the ROI of this’, ‘X% more’ etc.
  • Be prepared for comments or questions that are critical of your product or your claims
  • Showcase your competitive superiority clearly when possible or address it at the minimum

DONT's

  • Don’t nudge them to do something by using the logic that others have done the same
  • Avoid inviting them for any social interactions until you have built some rapport with them
  • Avoid too much small talk, just a few formal pleasantries should be fine

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Pooja A. is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Pooja A.

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Pooja A. move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Pooja A. take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

You And Pooja A.

Personality Compatibility


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