The Inspired Healthcare Leader | Healthcare Leadership, Work-Life Balance, Managing Change

Ever catch yourself replaying conversations with your boss or a colleague, wondering if it’s all in your head—or if something’s truly off? In this episode of The Inspired Healthcare Leader, we dive deep into why that low-grade tension matters more than you think. You’ll learn about the science of relational coordination, how weak work relationships drain your energy and sabotage performance, and the practical steps to have those br...

Struggling to get honest feedback from your team or colleagues? You’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode of The Inspired Healthcare Leader, we unpack why traditional feedback-seeking often backfires, and how one simple shift—asking for advice instead—can change everything. Backed by research from Harvard and brought to life through a powerful real-world story, this episode offers a fresh, science-backed...

Is your team stuck in a cycle of miscommunication, low trust, or behind-the-back gossip? In this episode, we dive into the single most powerful leadership move you can make to shift your team from dysfunction to cohesion: co-created team agreements. Learn how this simple yet science-backed strategy taps into systems thinking, psychological safety, and self-organization to reset how your team works together. Whether you're managing ...

Ever wonder why your desperate pleas for more staff or resources feel like their falling on deaf ears, while thriving departments are getting their resource requests approved? It’s not personal. It’s a predictable system pattern called “Success to the Successful,” and it might be the single biggest reason your team stays under-resourced. In this episode, we’ll unpack the powerful feedback loops driving decisions in healthcare, expl...

Ever had that staff member who’s clearly struggling—missing deadlines, making mistakes, rubbing people the wrong way—but looks at you like you’re the problem when you offer help? You’re not alone. In this episode, we unpack the psychology behind why brilliant healthcare staff sometimes can’t see their own impact, why traditional feedback fails, and how to coach in a way that builds safety and sparks true awareness. You’ll hear a re...

Ever feel like you're one missed follow-up away from everything falling apart? Like the mental tabs never close and you're constantly bracing for the ball you might be dropping? You're not broken—you’re leading in one of the most complex systems there is. In this episode, we tackle the real root of that “always behind” feeling and share practical tools—calendar clarity, cognitive offloading, and digital task systems—that help you s...

What if the hardest parts of leadership weren’t signs of failure—but signs that you’re growing? In this episode, we explore the deeper personal development journey embedded in healthcare leadership, using Robert Kegan’s Adult Development Theory as our guide. You’ll discover how the challenges you face every day—from people-pleasing to decision paralysis to imposter syndrome—aren’t just obstacles… they’re invitations to evolve. If y...

Ever feel like you're solving the same problems over and over again? In this episode of The Inspired Healthcare Leader Podcast, we uncover why even your most well-intended fixes might be backfiring—and what to do instead. From systems theory to brain science, you’ll learn why your leadership brain craves the dopamine of a quick win… and how that impulse can sabotage real progress. Discover how to spot a fix that’s about to fail, ma...

What if your toughest feedback wasn’t a sign of failure—but your leadership’s defining moment? In this episode of The Inspired Healthcare Leader, we reframe low engagement survey results as something more than just scores—they’re your call to rise. You have a choice: let the sting stop you… or let it strengthen you. Inside this episode, you’ll get a practical 4-step roadmap to shift from self-doubt to curiosity, from disconnection ...

Do you ever end your day replaying every little thing you did wrong—while everything you did right fades into the background? You're not alone. In this powerful episode, we explore why your brain is wired to focus on your flaws, how perfectionism sneaks into healthcare leadership, and what you can do to shift into a strength-based mindset that boosts confidence, resilience, and team impact. Drawing from neuroscience, real-world lea...

Ever wonder why someone suddenly snaps in a meeting—or why you sometimes shut down when things get tense? In this episode, we explore the concept of emotional armor—the unconscious protective strategies we all use when old wounds get triggered at work. Inspired by Dr. Michelle Brody’s book Own Your Armor, you’ll learn how to recognize these reactions in yourself and others, why they happen, and what neuroscience tells us about emot...

Leadership isn’t just for those at the top—it’s for everyone. In this episode, we explore how shifting to an “everyone’s a leader” mindset can transform workplace dynamics, reduce bottlenecks, and create more agile, innovative, and resilient teams. Traditional hierarchies often trap workers in limiting roles, but by fostering ownership, initiative, and accountability at all levels, organizations can unlock their full potential. I’l...

Multidisciplinary meetings are supposed to drive collaboration—but too often, they quietly reinforce hierarchy and shut down innovation. In this episode, we unpack why even the best-intentioned leaders and team members unknowingly reinforce spaces where only a few voices dominate. You’ll learn how unconscious power dynamics shape team interactions, what science reveals about who gets heard (and who doesn’t), and five practical ways...

In this episode, we’re diving deep into one of the biggest challenges healthcare leaders face: staying steady when everything feels like it’s on fire. When the pressure’s high and the urgency is overwhelming, your brain’s survival wiring kicks in—and emotional regulation can feel impossible. But here’s the truth: calm isn’t a luxury—it’s essential for powerful leadership. Tune in as I break down the science behind stress hijacking,...

Are you stuck in a cycle of workplace drama—caught between staff conflicts, and the exhausting urge to fix it all? You’re not alone. In this episode, we unpack the hidden emotional roles leaders fall into—Victim, Persecutor, and Rescuer—known as the Drama Triangle. Learn how these patterns quietly sabotage your team’s growth and how to shift into the Empowerment Triangle instead—where leaders coach, not carry. If you’re ready to st...

Tired of feeling like you have to be perfect to lead well? You’re not alone. In this episode, we go beyond the leadership buzzword of “vulnerability” to explore something even more powerful: being real. You’ll learn why showing your full self—including your hope, doubt, strength, and humanity—isn’t just refreshing, it’s transformational. I'll dive into the research, share a real-world leadership story, and break down the difference...

Are you leading—or just putting out fires? In this episode of The Inspired Healthcare Leader Podcast, we tackle the leadership epidemic no one’s talking about: constant firefighting. If you’re always dealing with urgencies and your calendar is jammed with back-to-back meetings, your strategy time is MIA. And this episode is your wake-up call. Discover why being in reaction mode is keeping you stuck—and how deep, focused work is the...

Is that eye-rolling, skeptical employee actually your team’s secret weapon? In this episode of the Inspired Healthcare Leader Podcast, we flip the script on workplace cynicism. Discover why your most challenging staff members—the ones who question, resist, and push back—might be your most passionate and untapped change agents. Learn how to distinguish cynicism from disengagement, explore real-world strategies for transforming resis...

What if your greatest leadership breakthrough doesn’t come from a new strategy, but from a single, radical shift in thought? In this episode, we’re diving into the ultimate leadership hack—jumping trains. Learn how your brain’s Reticular Activating System (RAS) can either trap you in limitation or catapult you toward possibility, depending on the thoughts you choose to ride. I’ll show you how one mindset shift can transform not onl...