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This past week I happened upon an inspirational quote that stuck with me as I went about my daily routine: Four Things You Can’t Recover: The stone after the throw The word after it’s said The occasion after it’s missed The time after it’s gone. This quote encouraged reflection on my life. It …
Reading is a delightful pastime often favorited by leaders. Reading can provide enjoyment as well as be informative and with every page, your mind is stretched and new information is imparted. In an exclusive America’s Healthcare Leaders interview, Mike Williams discussed his love of reading, noting, “I think we all need to get away from the …
Work-life balance seems to be a particular struggle that many people feel they can’t win. Our entire culture is focused on working hard so you will have enough money stored up to relax by the end of your life, but is this really the most ideal way to go through life? Establishing a positive …
Don’t wait to establish a positive work-life balance. Over the last few years I have done countless interviews and noticed a common trend; most of the people I interview wish they would have made time for the important things in life. Read the full article on a positive work-life balance by clicking here>> …
The holiday season is quickly approaching and it is very easy to become overwhelmed by everything that is expected—shopping lists, gift exchanges, holiday parties, family get-togethers, and more. To fully appreciate and enjoy this time of year, it is essential to understand what is actually necessary, and what could be changed to make the most …
In a recent interview featured on America’s Healthcare Leaders, Mike Williams offered some excellent advice for students pursuing their administrative residencies, as well as for individuals early in their careers. Throughout the interview Williams encourages people to not be fooled by the “dazzle” and pursue your passion. Click here to read the full article>>>
...In a few weeks, many blessed families across America will gather over an immense spread of culinary delights. There will be a fresh roasted turkey filled with delicious homemade stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, fresh rolls, gravy, and desserts galore. The quintessential Thanksgiving dinner. We’ve all seen the pictures of the fantastic 12 …
Change is inevitable. While change can disrupt our status quo and force us to make a choice, these choices can lead to a remarkable transformation. Do we continue to operate in our comfort zone, or do we throw our comfort to the side and embrace the change that can bring transformation? Click here to read …
It seems that every year Christmas comes just a little bit earlier than the one before. Halloween is now over and every store in the nation is transitioning to Christmas. The Halloween candy is being replaced by festively wrapped red and green chocolate kisses, and we are starting to see Christmas trees and holiday wreaths …
We have all known and worked under different leaders with different leadership styles and strategies. When considering the characteristics that describe a great leader, many words typically come to the forefront of your mind, like confident, focused, inspired, strong, honest, etc. One word that doesn’t always come immediately to mind is humble; however, humility is …
Now that we have discussed what mentorship is and why it is important, the question is where do you start? Finding a mentor doesn’t have to be difficult. Mentoring comes in many different forms. Innovations in communication and technology have made mentoring relationships more accessible. Conventionally, professional mentoring is thought of as being a …
Last week we looked at a challenging leadership topic: transparency. In recent years there has been a significant trend toward greater transparency. Click here to read the full article and see a few practical ways to practice transparency within leadership.
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