by John G. Self | Jul 20, 2017 | Leadership
For a new hospital Chief Executive, showing up without a 100-day action plan is simply not an option. It never really has been a good idea but in today’s uncertain conditions and challenging operating environment, not having a plan is a recipe for trouble. A CEO’s...
by John G. Self | Jul 19, 2017 | Career Management
LISTEN: Today’s podcast is in two parts. We begin with a career management idea to help you adapt your brand strategy in a time of explosive acceleration. In part 2, we will talk about leadership and what happens when you become too cute by half.
by John G. Self | Jul 13, 2017 | Career Management, Leadership
Editor’s Note: This is an oldie, but goody. It’ was originally shared in 2012, yet continues to be one of the most often visited posts I’ve ever written. The use of academic credentials following a candidate’s name is a source of debate, spurred on...
by John G. Self | Jul 11, 2017 | Leadership
What kind of leader are you? If you are a governing board member the question is what type of CEO works for you? In a recent New York Times column, conservative Bret Stephens made reference to a wry Warren Buffet observation from 2008 as Wall Street and Main Street...
by John G. Self | Jun 13, 2017 | Healthcare, Leadership
Chief Executives and other senior executives who think that the keys to the kingdom of success and job security is to consistently “make their numbers” — revenue, expenses, contribution margin — may want to consider a reset. There are a surprising number of CEOs...
