The Dawn of a New Leadership Era: Leading by the Compass of Change

In a world that finds itself standing at the crossroads of transformation and stagnation, there lies an unyielding responsibility on the shoulders of today’s leaders. Leadership, in its truest essence, is not just about steering the ship through calm waters but about navigating it skillfully through turbulent and ever-changing seas. Harmonizing Vision and Values A […]
Are You Mistreating Your Team? 4 Red Flags Your Team Feels Mistreated.

In the bustling symphony of the corporate world, sometimes, without realizing, leaders might unintentionally strike a discordant note, leading to their teams feeling mistreated. It’s crucial for anyone in a leadership position to conduct periodic self-reflection. Being cognizant of these subtle, often unnoticed signs. Let’s delve into the red flags that scream mistreatment and navigate […]
How Smart Leaders Embrace Diversity and Promote Inclusivity in the Workplace.

In my travels, speaking engagements, and consulting work with large organizations, one fact stands out: the face and approach of leadership are changing. We’re shifting from an era of singular leadership dominated by rigid hierarchies to a more dynamic and inclusive paradigm. It’s more than just a trend—it’s a revolution and it’s about time. In […]
How to Restructure Your Succession Plan and Leadership Pathways to Be More Inclusive

In my early years navigating the intricate pathways of leadership, I often envisioned the journey as climbing a ladder—each rung representing a new challenge, a new achievement. Yet, as the landscapes of workplaces and communities evolved, it became evident that this traditional ladder wasn’t accessible to everyone. The model needed reimagining, not just for a […]
How to tap into the potential of neurodiverse individuals in leadership roles and the strengths they bring.

In the vast universe of leadership, it’s all too easy to miss the stars that shine differently. While my journey has taken me through diverse landscapes—from the public sector to corporate America—I’ve always believed that the true essence of leadership lies in embracing all forms of diversity. One of the most overlooked yet crucial forms […]
What to Look for in Your Next Executive Role

You finally realize that it’s time for you to move on to a job where your talents are appreciated.
Now, you’re evaluating what you should be looking for in your next executive role.
You’ve been through the fire before and you know how hard it is to work in an organization with a leader that doesn’t value your skills and a team that doesn’t respect your expertise.
This doesn’t allow you to help the people you came to help; the patients and the frontline members that look up to you.
You need to be in an environment that nurtures you but there is a chance you can jump out of this frying pan and into one that’s worse.
You need to slow down and really think about what environment you want to be in and what it takes to be successful as a leader.
How To Find Healthcare Leadership Development Programs

There are more than 5,000 hospitals in America and they all have leadership teams.
Every year, there are people who want to reach a higher level in healthcare.
These people are looking for leadership development programs to get them to the next level.
Why Nursing Leadership Is Important

Everyone needs to understand why leadership in nursing is important.
Let me explain what’s happening right now.
There are 9.7 million healthcare workers on the front lines in healthcare.
It is projected that in the next five years, 6.5 million of those workers will leave the healthcare industry and not come back.
It is also projected that only 2 million people will replace that 6.5 million leaving.
This means that in the next five years, we’ll be in a healthcare crisis.
Right now is the time for you to be a nursing leader with impact.
How Leaders Overcome Fear

At some point, every leader wonders how to overcome fear.
Maybe the fear is making the decision to leave the organization and retire.
Maybe the fear is making the wrong decision in a time of crisis.
No matter what, all leaders will be confronted with fear at some point.
And you must overcome this fear.
How to See Yourself As a Leader

What does it mean when you don’t see yourself as a leader?
It means you’re not contributing all of your talents to your organization.
You’re suffering from self-doubt and you’re not having the impact that you could have because you don’t see yourself as a leader.
You know what you should be doing and that may be from preconceived notions that we’ve heard about what it actually means to be a leader.
You hear phrases like “They were born to lead” but you don’t feel that way about yourself.
If you’ve gotten to this point in your career, here are the reasons you don’t see yourself as a leader.