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Zooming in on Teams Dynamics
“Can you set up the Zoom for this weekend?” “Let’s do a Teams meet.” “Should I call you on Google Hangout or should we have a Google Meeting?” “Mute yourself!” “You have to mute your computer so there’s no echo.” “You’re breaking up – move to the other side of the...
The Lost Art of Listening
Sometimes it is hard to appreciate the beauty of the journey. Reflection and memories often bring the most impactful and enduring lessons. Role models play such a critical role in our lives. Two of my role models were my grandmothers. Ruth Atwell Tibbs, or as I...
Unlocking the Secret of Significance
Dreams and aspirations come in many forms: from the drive to be the best at something, to lead a victorious team, to be a great parent, or to be that selfless, ever-reliable friend and humanitarian. Many people can check the box of some of these achievements, yet they...
What are the key components driving innovation?
Over the next several weeks I’m going to be talking about the key components to what drives innovation: people, process, and technology. Let’s state the obvious: Growing, adapting, changing, altering, improving, are all words whispering or hinting at long-term...
Patient privacy in a post-pandemic world
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, more commonly referred to as HIPAA, has been in effect for nearly two decades. In that time, no crisis has challenged the fabric of those regulations like the COVID-19 pandemic. HIPAA exists to “provide privacy...
An entrepreneurial approach to healthcare’s challenges
An entrepreneur notoriously lives by accepting the risks of a new idea or venture with the possibility of enjoying the rewards. The business world is full of entrepreneurs bringing innovative solutions to problems and increasing profits for businesses. The healthcare...
Building on life’s experiences
Growing up, my Dad was one the most influential figures in my life. He taught me how to work hard and to have a relentless desire to learn about everything around me. While he had a heart of gold and would give anyone the shirt off his back; he taught me...
A Health Leader’s Perspective on Equity
As protests have moved past Presbyterian Hospital daily, I have reflected on what authentic voice I could possibly add to the long-overdue racial equity conversation. I will never understand the perspective of those targeted by a deeply biased system. But I can...
Networking with sincerity during a pandemic
In a time where communities are keeping their social distance and offices are closed in favor of working from home, networking looks different than it did a few months ago. People are rightfully distracted by COVID-19 and the economic challenge of our current...
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[Video] The role of the CEO (a.k.a. the Chief ‘Energy’ Officer)
Role of the CEO Rally the troops. The CEO is the person that can bring significant energy and horsepower to ensure that the task at hand is accomplished. Contain that energy to allow a deeper focus on a greater challenge to create a calm realm for strategizing. Bring...
Podcast: The Evolving Role of Leadership in Healthcare
Recently, I had the privilege to be a return guest on the podcast, “The Evolving Role of Leadership in Healthcare.” My part begins in minute 27, but please enjoy the entire episode. Summary: Healthcare organizations that stand out from others typically have one thing...
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[Video] Navigating troubled and blue water
Key Points Discussed: 1. Whether you are navigating a boat, or serving as the CEO of the organization, it's very different to be in that role during rough waters than during calm waters or lesser troubled times. 2. Both captaining a boat and serving as CEO is a...
Being a mom has made me a better executive
I am passionate about my leadership in the healthcare field. I also love being a mother. Being a working mom has its challenges, and the decision to invest in my career and my family at the same time has brought the occasional judgmental comment—from colleagues, other...
Does Anyone Want to Be Here?
What are you doing right now? Does it have your full attention? Is it what you want to be doing? Do you want to be here? Where? Anywhere! In our fast-paced, high stress environment, too often our focus is on what’s next, as opposed to what’s now. Although planning for...
With Accountability Comes Results
Creating a solid leadership team is not only key for organizational excellence; it’s priceless in a crisis. We are in the midst of extreme, unprecedented times, especially in healthcare, and leaders and managers alike are relying on their teams to help them keep staff...
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