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How Facing Reality Became One of My Greatest Leadership Insights You don’t always realize when you're receiving your best leadership lesson. One of the greatest lessons I ever got came when I was about 20 years old, playing in the state championship for junior college baseball in California. We were down to the final four teams. We won our first game and were about to face a team that we had not beaten in two years. The morning of the game, my teammates and I were not very confident. How were we going to beat a team that was clearly better than us? Our coach called for a meeting before we loaded on the bus to head to the field. I expected the usual “we can do it” motivational speech, but what we got surprised me. Our coach didn’t sugarcoat anything. “Let’s face it, this team is better than us,” he said. “If they play their best, and we play our best, they’ll probably win. But if we play our best, and they don’t bring their A game, we have a shot.” That truth hit me like a smack in the face. He wasn’t trying to BS us with false hope — he was giving us the truth and, with it, a challenge: Focus on what we can control. Make sure we leave it all on the field with no regrets. As a result, I felt more focused and confident. It wasn’t about ignoring reality — it was about accepting it and committing to the best outcome that we could control. Years later, I realized how powerful that moment was. Sometimes, the best way to lead is by shooting straight and building from the truth. People often already know what’s real. As leaders, our job is to help them build on that truth, not run from it. That’s how real belief — and real performance — are created. #LeadershipLessons #AuthenticLeadership #PerformanceMindset #TruthInLeadership

Big tech companies are playing a key role in shaping U.S. AI policy, as academics and experts express concerns about the lack of federal regulations. While companies like Apple have made commitments to responsible AI, these commitments are not enforceable. Critics argue that relying on tech giants to self-regulate AI is dangerous, especially as the technology's impact grows. https://lnkd.in/g4QkerCG

If You Want Your People to Be Motivated, Give Them a Reason to Be Motivated According to a recent survey, health system IT employees are looking to leave their current jobs. In fact, 77% of them are actively seeking new positions within the coming year. They point to insufficient career advancement opportunities as the primary reason. How bad is it? Nearly half of non-leadership staff surveyed reported no clear path for advancement, and only 21% of senior analysts said they knew exactly what was required for their next promotion. Employees of strong leaders see a clear-cut career path. Employees of weak leaders don’t have a vision beyond their day-to-day tasks. These types of statistics should be a wake-up call: People tend to show up to do their job well, but when it comes to being engaged, motivated, and wanting to continue at an organization, they need to know who they can become. #Leadership #CareerDevelopment #Motivation #HealthIT

Healthcare IT spending surged over the past year, with many providers and payers prioritizing investments in infrastructure, cybersecurity, and workflow optimization. A recent KLAS and Bain & Co. report shows that 80% of healthcare organizations increased their IT budgets, focusing on high-ROI solutions like data platforms and patient engagement tools. As generative AI gains traction, healthcare leaders are optimistic about its potential, but challenges like regulatory concerns and cybersecurity risks remain. The shift in spending highlights the industry's ongoing efforts to integrate innovative technology while navigating complex obstacles. https://lnkd.in/gU9vVegE

Should I tell my boss that recruiters have been contacting me about other opportunities, since this will show how marketable I am? This is a question that was recently posted on LinkedIn. Here’s my answer: You shouldn’t have to educate your boss about how marketable you are! #CareerAdvice #JobOpportunities #ProfessionalGrowth #HealthIT

Talent Without Systems: The Leadership Flaw That Could Be Sinking Your Team Early in my career, I worked with a leader who assembled high-performing teams. He had a knack for identifying talent — people with the right skills, knowledge, and a proven track record. But he learned an important lesson the hard way. During one of our conversations, he told me about hiring a performer with great experience. Naturally, he expected her to replicate her previous success at his organization.  But after a few months, something was off. She wasn’t performing at the level everyone anticipated. The leader was stumped: She had the talent and experience, so why wasn’t she delivering? He finally realized what the issue was — it was the system. At her previous job, she had developed specific processes and systems that helped her excel. But at his organization, those systems didn’t exist. The onboarding process had focused on company policies and basic procedures, but it didn’t equip her with the tools she needed to succeed. So, the leader decided to work closely with her to understand the systems she used in the past and adapted them to fit within the organization’s framework.  It wasn’t long before she was hitting their expectations of her, and the entire team’s productivity improved. This experience taught the leader that having talent is just one piece of the puzzle.  For your team to truly excel, you need systems in place that enable your people to perform at their best. Without the right systems, even the most talented individuals can struggle. So, what systems has your organization put in place to elevate your team’s productivity? #Leadershi #TeamPerformance #EmployeeProductivity #LeadershipLessons

AI is rapidly transforming healthcare, with 96% of tech leaders seeing it as a potential competitive edge. A recent report highlights how AI is being used to analyze patient data, improve outcomes, and optimize EHR management. However, challenges like talent shortages and the need for stronger data-driven decision-making remain. As AI adoption accelerates, healthcare organizations must prioritize workforce development and strategy execution to fully leverage its potential. https://lnkd.in/gmM__sW7

The Bold Move You Should Make Before Resigning We’ve all heard the saying, “Better the devil you know than the devil you don’t.” Many professionals feel this, especially when they’ve been with the same company for a few years but feel stuck — no raises, no promotions, no new opportunities on the horizon. This was exactly the situation for a candidate we recently worked with. She had been in her role for several years and felt she wasn’t being compensated or recognized for the value she brought to the company. Frustrated and ready to move on, she began thinking it was time to explore new job opportunities. But instead of immediately jumping ship, here’s what she did: She took the time to build a solid case for why she deserved a raise and more opportunities. She gathered evidence of her contributions, documented her achievements, and prepared a clear outline of her career goals. Next, she scheduled a meeting with her manager. During the conversation, she presented her value to the company and expressed her desire for growth. She didn’t just focus on what she wanted; she also outlined how her goals aligned with the company’s objectives, making a compelling case for why she should be given the opportunities she was looking for. The result? Her manager was impressed by her initiative and the strength of her case. She did not immediately receive a raise. However, she was given a clear path to advance within the company. Not all situations end this way. For this person, the outcome was positive, but she knew that if her manager hadn’t responded in a positive way, it would’ve been a sign that it was time to move on. #CareerGrowth #EmployeeEngagement #NegotiationSkills #WorkplaceStrategy

Home health agencies face unique health IT challenges, from EHR interoperability to mobile device management and telehealth connectivity. Overcoming these hurdles is crucial for delivering high-quality care in a home setting. Collaboration between policymakers, vendors, and healthcare providers will be key to advancing health IT solutions that meet the needs of home health agencies. https://lnkd.in/gAaqn_ea

Caught Between Two Offers: The Art of Making the Right Choice A consultant who had collaborated with our firm was eager to transition back into a full-time leadership role within a health system. After several rounds of interviews, she received an offer from a large and well-respected organization. Although it wasn’t the perfect fit, the role was a solid opportunity. She informed the potential employer that she would accept the offer, but she needed to give her current employer a 30-day notice. Despite the extended timeline, the organization agreed. However, just days before her start date, she received a call from another organization she had previously interviewed with. They invited her to meet with their president, and after the meeting, she was presented with an offer for what she felt was a better overall position. Even though this new role seemed more aligned with her goals, she felt “obligated” to honor her commitment to the first organization, which had been patient during the four-week wait. Two weeks into the new job, she realized she had made the wrong choice. She reached out to the second company, hoping the position was still available, but it had already been filled. To complicate matters, just two weeks later, the person who had hired her resigned. Reflecting on the situation, she now believes she should have accepted the second offer, even if it meant leaving the first company in a difficult position. What do you think? #CareerChoices #JobOffers #CareerLessons #HealthIT