by John G. Self | Sep 29, 2014 | Leadership
Ronald Reagan mastered the concept of wholesale leadership. Some would argue he was THE master. Reagan understood the value of television — he could, using his skills as an actor, reach out in a compelling manner and influence millions of voters through his...
by John G. Self | Sep 22, 2014 | Career Management
Senior executives who have built an impressive track record of consistently meeting or exceeding performance expectations in every position they have held, be on the alert. Failure could be right around the corner — with your new employer. CEOs and other leaders...
by John G. Self | Aug 18, 2014 | Healthcare, Leadership
There is an old cook’s adage — you have to break eggs to make an omelette. As healthcare providers begin their uncertain journey from a sick care/pay-for-procedures business model, this phrase will become an immutable truth for healthcare leaders as they navigate the...
by John G. Self | Jul 16, 2014 | Healthcare, Leadership
Most healthcare leaders have graduate degrees. Their rigorous coursework and years of study prepared them for a journey that, theoretically, helped them to become good leaders in an industry where the quality of leadership can mean the difference between patient...
by John G. Self | Jul 11, 2014 | Healthcare, Leadership
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A word for hospital Chief Executive Officers, or those who aspire to run businesses that take care of patients: make it very personal. The CEO job, especially in complex general acute care hospitals is changing and it will change even more as...
