Quotes have a way of putting things into perspective. I receive inspirational quotes via email on a regular basis, and often like going through different quote books to see what wisdom I can glean from others. In an effort to never stop learning, reading through these tidbits of wisdom provides insight and tips for success, …
This week, I would like to discuss an article written by executive recruiter John Self, who is the founder and president of JohnGSelf Partners, an executive search firm specializing in the healthcare sector. Self has interviewed hundreds of senior-level job seekers over the years, reviewing their résumés, offering tips, and helping them find and land the right position. …
In life, there always seems to be competition. It starts with each of us at a very young age (often between siblings or classmates) and tends to progress through our lives well into adulthood. While the type of competition changes between childhood and adulthood, it is important to understand how competition affects us and drives …
If you are looking to move forward in your organization, then pay attention to these “Five Ways to Fast-Track Your Promotion” by Jack & Suzy Welch, featured on LinkedIn. This article focuses on the things you have control of as an employee while acknowledging there are sometimes outside factors determining advancement opportunities. While there is …
Upstart Business Journal recently featured an article by Terry Brock entitled “10 Tech Tools for Successful Salespeople.” While the article is written for salespeople, I believe many of these tools would be a valuable addition to your office arsenal. As the world has evolved, technology has advanced along with it and the tools we need …
There was a very interesting article featured on LinkedIn a few weeks ago by Abdul El-Sayed, Executive Director & Health Officer at the Detroit Health Department. In this article Abdul listed what he deemed to be the “11 Characteristics of Effective Colleagues.” Two words often used interchangeably are “effective” and “efficient,” but in order …
In a previous article featuring an interview with executive recruiter John Self, we discussed some of the best ways to be prepared and to develop your resume. However, there are some other skills that will help lead you to success that aren’t technically written out on your resume, and those are your soft skills. Hard …
In a recent Pulse article by Del Gilbert, creator and owner of Accelerating Excellence, he discusses “2 Simple Ways to Help Others Flourish.” What I love most about this article is how simple it is to apply these for greater success. Regardless of where you are on the ladder, affirmation and encouragement leads to a …
In a world driven by connections, it’s not often that we consider that the ability to connect with others isn’t a skill that comes naturally to everyone. I have the privilege of being the type of individual who happens to come by this naturally, but for those who struggle in this area, I recommend a …
I recently read an article published on LinkedIn entitled, “Why Did Tesla Hire Jasmin?” by Michael Carr, a career counselor in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. This article reinforced many of the topics we have discussed in the previous weeks, and I love having a specific example to share. In his article, Carr discusses the …
In a previous interview with Ben McKibbens, the highly successful former CEO of Valley Baptist Health System in south Texas, we had the opportunity to discuss his 5 Ps: Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance. With this in mind, I wanted to further discuss an interview I conducted with executive recruiter and career transition coach John Self. Job …
Throughout the interviews I have conducted for America’s Healthcare Leaders, many of the leaders have discussed the importance of company culture, values, and the alignment of skills for the job. There was an article published on Inc.com recently titled, “4 Key Things to Consider When Hiring and Building Your A-Team.” In this article, Caitlin McGregor, CEO of Plum, shares …
Most of the leaders I have interviewed over the years have shared excellent advice and leadership habits they believe have helped them succeed. It is always encouraging when I hear many of them give the same advice, especially on the habits they feel have contributed most to their success. This consistency of advice from these highly successful leaders is good news for you and me! Here is some …
I love living life. There is not much better than traveling, exploring, and photographing America the Beautiful in the comfort of my motorhome, which I call my “Inspirational Vehicle.” I have seen and done so much over the years, but know there is still much more. I am reminded every day to not take this precious …
There is so much to be learned in this life, and oftentimes I don’t think I will get a chance to learn everything I want to learn. I operate under the premise that knowledge should be shared, and I continually embrace this philosophy through the different platforms and opportunities I am a part of today. …
Throughout my life, I have always had a passion for learning. I believe continually learning is one of the best things one can do to achieve success. With this belief in mind, I have been uniquely fascinated and interested in the position of Chief Learning Officer (CLO) in different organizations. These unique individuals are constantly contributing to …
Modernization and innovation continue to change the way we interact with the world we live in. Last year, I read an article written by my friend and colleague Deb Stargardt, titled “Putting Face-to-Face First.” In this article, Deb brings attention to our dependency on technology, specifically smartphones. While I discussed this article last year, I …
In the grand scheme of life, you need both short-term and long-term vision to be truly successful. If you are only worried about the day-to-day, you lose the bigger picture. Likewise, if you are constantly focused on the bigger picture, the everyday moments are often lost in a sea of busyness, and small setbacks can …
I would be remiss to end the series on communication from a few weeks ago without emphasizing the role listening plays in solid communication. We each have many conversations every day ranging from personal to professional. The topics of these conversations vary just as much as the individuals with whom you have them. There …
This past week, we celebrated Memorial Day. Memorial Day was established in 1866 having in mind that it is necessary for our wonderful country to annually recall and celebrate those brave and resolute soldiers of old that have given all for America. In light of this national holiday, I wanted to take the time …