Leaders give feedback because they want people to grow. But even when the intention is good, that's not always what happens. Instead of thinking about how to improve, the person receiving the feedback may be wondering something else entirely: Did I disappoint them? Am I in trouble? What does this mean going forward? When the […]
Accountability is something every leader should strive for. But there are times when the way we pursue it doesn’t have the desired effect. Instead of encouraging ownership, it can leave people more focused on avoiding mistakes than on sharing ideas. Most leaders don't set out to create a culture of fear. They want people to […]
By Mystie Foote, MD I remember being in my first administrative leadership role when I was introduced to coaching. Just a few days before this introduction, I had started as Chief Medical Officer at a large hospital. The introduction came through an invitation to participate in the first cohort of a physician leadership development program. […]
By Holly LeMaster Our human lives are certainly complicated and can feel dull and unfulfilling at times. Who among us, in moments of reflection and contemplation, hasn’t wondered, Is this all there is? Why am I here? What is mine to do? One’s purpose emerges from our core values, from putting what we care about […]
By Reta Coburn In today’s business environment, you would be hard pressed not to find some reference to innovation in an organization’s strategic plan or a leader’s annual objectives. Innovation comes in many shapes and sizes, from improving existing products and services, to complete transformations, to launching something that has never been done before. Many […]
