Leading Through Scarcity: The Abundance Mindset Advantage
Healthcare is stretched, but your mindset is still a choice. This episode isn’t about pretending things aren’t tough—it’s about the power of noticing how you think, and choosing to lead with clarity and impact anyway. We explore the Abundance Mindset and how it supports stronger, more intentional leadership—even in stretched systems.Links and Resources 5 qualities of high-impact healthcare leadersGrateful In AprilGratitude FreebiesGratitude Practice when you have no timeAppreciative Feedback to Shift Your CultureThere will always be more: overcoming scarcity mindsetHabit Four: Think Win-WinWhen a sense of scarcity takes overMoving from scarcity to gratitude: your leadership choiceWhat’s a topic you want the lounge to explore, let me know here.
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Milestones & Meaning: Lessons from 50 Conversations on Leadership
Behind every episode of The Leadership Lounge is a deeper reason for showing up. Hitting the 50-episode mark felt like the right time to pause and reflect—not just on the podcast, but on the leadership journey itself. Every leadership journey starts somewhere—but what keeps it going? In this episode, I share three key reflections that have shaped both the podcast and my own leadership: getting clear on your why, showing up with persistence (especially on the tough days), and staying adaptable as things around you change.These aren’t just podcasting lessons—they’re leadership ones. I also revisit the foundation of what we talk about: supporting personal leadership growth, building strong and connected teams, and making healthcare work better through operational excellence. Whether you're leading in complexity, starting to find your feet, or recalibrating your role—this conversation is for you.Links and Resources 5 qualities of high-impact healthcare leadersGrit, purpose and hopeAsking for helpGetting started with reflectionHow to re-think managing upBuilding your professional networkWhat’s a topic you want the lounge to explore, let me know here.
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#49 Collaboration & Cooperation in Healthcare: Knowing the Difference and Making an Impact
Every day, healthcare teams work together—but are they cooperating or collaborating? And does it matter? In this episode, we explore the key differences, when to use each approach, and why shared purpose is the glue that makes both work. Breaking down silos and strengthening connections between leaders and teams is critical to delivering better patient outcomes and creating healthier workplace cultures. Whether you're a new charge nurse leading a team or a seasoned leader looking to foster deeper collaboration, this conversation will give you practical insights to build trust, alignment, and impact.Links and Resources Download your guide to finding your team’s purpose5 qualities of high-impact healthcare leadersThe difference between collaboration and cooperation The difference between collaboration and cooperation (yes the same title but it’s a different link) Cooperation, coordination and collaborationThe power of teamwork and collaboration What’s a topic you want the lounge to explore, let me know here.
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#48 From New to Thriving: How to Set Up Your Leaders for Success
If you are leading leaders, this episode is packed with insights and practical strategies to help you create a solid foundation—one that ensures your new team leaders can handle the fast pace of leadership with confidence and clarity. Plus, check out the show notes for a free Appreciative Feedback mini-course to help embed these practices into your leadership approach.Links and Resources5 qualities of high-impact healthcare leaders19 words to use in providing feedback from the PinkCastThe Culture Code by Daniel CoyleRadical Candor by Kim ScottIncrease your leadership impact with every 1:1 meetingAppreciative Feedback 101 - A free course so you can boost morale, increase energy and shift the culture of your team. Meet me and the kitten over on InstagramBurning issue, stuck point, or challenge you can’t get any help on - let’s talk about it in the lounge let me know here.
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Intelligent Kindness in Healthcare: A Radical Approach to the System We Need
What if kindness wasn’t just a personal trait but a powerful force for transforming healthcare? I dive into Intelligent Kindness, a concept that shifts kindness from being seen as ‘soft’ to a strategic approach for stronger teams, better patient care, and a healthier system. From tackling self-doubt to building trust and therapeutic alliances, this episode offers a fresh perspective on why kindness—when applied intelligently—is anything but soft.Links and Resources 5 qualities of high-impact healthcare leadersReforming the culture of healthcare: the case for intelligent kindnessIntelligent kindness in practiceCulture, kinship and intelligent kindnessAn introduction into intelligent kindnessThe Francis Inquiry Report What’s a topic you want the lounge to explore, let me know here.
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