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Hot off the press: The demand for on-demand leadership is taking off in healthcare as organizations look to fill in gaps or capacity challenges in their organizational charts, writes Alexis Kayser of Newsweek. "When you take the org chart out of it and just think about the lists of challenges and projects and opportunities they have—it's endless," notes Adam Burns of our Interim Leadership team. At the same time, executives like Patrick McDermott relish the opportunity to serve in on-demand roles as a rewarding career option. #interimleadership #impactfulleadership

As my fabulous colleague, Adam Burns, notes in this recent Newsweek article, the lists of challenges, projects, and opportunities within healthcare organizations are endless, and the need for an interim leader can often arise unexpectedly. This is also true in higher education. Interim and on-demand leaders can drive your critical objectives forward. If you have a need, let me know!

Thanks to Adam Burns of WittKieffer and on-demand leader Patrick McDermott for sharing your insights with Newsweek. On-demand leadership is not about replacing executives, but extending capacity and skills to propel missions forward. Patrick nailed it when he said: "I wasn't filling an executive vacancy...I was basically the sidekick to the CFO and the revenue cycle vice president. I wasn't replacing them, but I was complementing them, supplementing them." Whether in transition, transformation or crisis, the need for supplemental expert leadership and capability confronts every organization. #ondemandleadership #impactfulleadership

Excited to see Newsweek covering the importance of interim and on-demand leadership! My colleague Adam Burns sheds light on the impact of on-demand and interim leaders and shares valuable insights. I particularly like the insight Patrick McDermott, one of our interim leaders, shared about his experience. "I wasn't filling an executive vacancy," he said. "It was kind of like Batman and Robin—I was basically the sidekick to the CFO and the revenue cycle vice president. I wasn't replacing them, but I was complementing them, supplementing them." Great coverage of the value interim and on-demand leaders bring to organizations! #interimleadership #interimsolutions #impactfulleadership

Thank you Healthcare 2.0! It was an honor to share my passion for healthcare and diversity. Being recognized for leadership in this field is truly humbling. The chance to honor, value, and empower others is invaluable. Grateful for all healthcare workers for their service and humanity. #Healthcare #Diversity #Leadership #Gratitude #health2conf Watch the full talk here: [Link to the video]

Leaders need to understand the emotional impact of change on their teams. Empathy can help build trust and support during transitions. Clear and open communication is central to successful change management. Leaders should ensure that employees are informed about changes and have opportunities to ask questions and provide feedback. I'm particularly inspired by her approach to building "change athletes." Organizations can become more resilient and adaptable by fostering a culture where individuals are equipped to embrace and navigate change. Have you encountered similar challenges or successes in your organization when implementing change? #Leadership #Healthcare #ChangeManagement #FutureOfHealthcare

I recently had the opportunity to discuss interim management with the Advisory Board. Insights shared in our Q&A: - Rising Executive Turnover in Healthcare: Learn how healthcare organizations are grappling with a 66% increase in hospital CEO exits in 2023 and the resulting surge in demand for interim leaders. - Role of Interim Leaders: Discover the critical role interim leaders play in steering organizations through transitions, making quick assessments, and delivering tangible results within a six-month timeframe. - Preparing for Transition: Understand the importance of clear communication and preparation when bringing on an interim leader, including briefing books, townhall meetings, and the role of the hiring executive. - Driving Long-Term Improvements: Explore how organizations can leverage the expertise of interim leaders to drive sustainable change, focusing on agreed-upon areas of improvement and setting the stage for the permanent leader's success. #HealthcareLeadership #ExecutiveTurnover #InterimLeadership #InterimManagement #OrganizationalTransition #HealthcareManagement #HealthIT (The article is available to non-members if you set up a free account!)

At St. Luke's, leading the way is not just a concept, but also the cornerstone of our rich and storied history. St. Luke's Chief People Officer, Nate Bigler, was a keynote presenter at a recent meeting of the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA). The MGMA represents over 15,000 group medical practices that range from smaller, private practices to some of the largest in the country with over 350,000 physicians. The theme was "Leadership in Times of Change." This concept is universal, especially post-pandemic. Healthcare, like most businesses, is in the midst of turbulent times with the cost of supplies and labor increasing significantly. Nate's keynote presentation covered what leaders need to do to continue to improve the culture in their sphere of influence; a culture that will win through this season of change. #StLukesSTL #HealthcareLeadership #MGMAconference #HealthcareCulture #PostPandemicLeadership #LeadershipInChange #HealthcareTrends #HealthcareChallenges

Introducing Kaufman Hall's new Strategy Spotlight blog! Dan Clarin and I plan to share our insights on the latest trends and challenges in healthcare along with our amazing colleagues. Check out the first issue where we jump right in ... answering the difficult questions! #healthcare #strategy #leadership

Do you realize how many amazing people are working in healthcare at all levels, in all care settings, in patient-facing roles and in support roles? I encourage you to take 5 minutes to think about someone you work with who is making a meaningful difference for co-workers and patients, and then take an extra 5 minutes to nominate them for PRC's Healthcare Leadership Awards, using the link below. And then...if you REALLY want to make yourself feel good...take 2 more minutes and send that person a note to let them know that you see what they are doing, that you appreciate what they doing. Your words of support will help them keep going!