The wisest among us clearly understand that from a broad, long-term, successful life perspective, less is usually more. Mac Anderson, founder of Simple Truths and Successors, Inc., uses the excellent analogy of pruning a tree to support and explain this crucial concept. Anderson writes, “I compare it to pruning a tree. By removing the excess …
Bruce Lawrence, President & CEO of INTEGRIS Health in Oklahoma City, responded beautifully and succinctly to my question, “What advice would you offer to America’s current and future healthcare leaders?” INTEGRIS Health is Oklahoma’s largest, not-for-profit, state-owned healthcare system. Lawrence has enjoyed a long and highly successful career at several major hospitals and healthcare systems, …
Peter Fine, president and CEO of Banner Health, made the following statement during a live, one-on-one interview at the Banner Health headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona: “Be Visible. Visibility breeds credibility and credibility breeds trust, so if you want to be trusted, you better be visible.” I had asked Fine a question regarding becoming and remaining …
I recently conducted and filmed a live one-hour interview with Mary Ellen Doyle, Corporate Vice President for Nursing Operations at Scripps Health. Doyle is not only a highly successful veteran of senior healthcare leadership positions, she is passionate and totally committed to her work and mission. In response to one of my questions during …
An ongoing 75+ year Harvard study, known as the Harvard Happiness Study, conclusively demonstrates that “Good relationships keep us happier and healthier, period.” According to a recent article titled “Happiness Study: What Makes Us Happy & Healthy?” (which cites the Harvard study), it is not money, power, position, title or other such things that …
It was my honor to keynote a recent Healthcare Distribution Management Association (HDMA) meeting in Wilmington, Delaware. The executives and professionals who attended this meeting are smart, driven, mission-focused people who are working to improve healthcare and the healthcare system throughout the United States. I salute their work and their results! The focus …
In recent weeks, we have been discussing goal setting. In the article, “4 Things to Remember When Setting Goals,” one of the key points is to understand that change takes time. Over time, in order to achieve your goals there must be a balance between focusing on the small details that make up your day, and continually reminding yourself what you are striving to accomplish. Too often people either get so lost in the details or so focused on the final results that nothing ever gets accomplished. You must keep a balance of both or time is wasted […]
...Last week, we discussed the 4 things to remember when setting goals. This week I would like to take a closer look into how your everyday habits affect you goals and how to align the two for success. The very first article I had the privilege of writing for this blog several years ago …
The new year is often considered a fresh start. While a new year generally carries with it the successes and failures from the previous one, each year also brings with it the potential for change, and your actions over the course of the next 12 months will decide what change takes place. With each …
Ads, ads, ads. They seem to be everywhere. They are lurking in your Facebook feed, popping up when you click on a website, and plaguing the show you are watching on TV. With the increase in ad exposure has come an increase in ways to block them. DVRs are some of the unsung heroes in …
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 …
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 …
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 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 …
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 …
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 discussed what has become a popular term at the professional and corporate levels: mentorship. Many leaders and organizations have learned how overall efficiency and effectiveness can be improved by coming alongside less-experienced employees and personally teaching them the ropes. “Whenever I am asked what is the missing link between a promising …
Mentoring is not a new concept. It has been present and actively used since ancient Greece. The traditional view of mentorship is an older, more experienced person assisting and teaching a younger, less experienced individual to encourage growth and sound development of skills. Mentorship is currently being applied specifically to careers by many individuals and …
In the last few weeks, we have been discussing three practical ways to stay focused for maximum success: Set Goals using the SMARTER Acronym – Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-framed, Exciting, and Reviewed. Remove obstacles and barriers to success. Allocate your time wisely. With the recent launch of America’s Healthcare Leaders (AHL) comes …
We started with a vision. A vision to have an online network of mentors, made up of top-level CEOs and executives, sharing insights with the healthcare community. Our vision is finally becoming a reality, and America’s Healthcare Leaders (AHL) has opened enrollment for new members! Embracing my “if it’s to be, it’s up to …