by John G. Self | Sep 24, 2012 | Healthcare, Leadership
“Check your ego at the front door,” is a phrase popular with some executive coaches and self-help gurus. The underlying theme, at least in business, for this frequently used platitude is that leadership is not about the leader, but the success of the organization and...
by John G. Self | Jun 27, 2012 | Career Management
If you are beginning a career transition – the timing of which was not of your choosing — there are three things to consider. Turmoil will produce turnover. Healthcare is about to enter a period of prolonged transformational change. Some might argue that what...
by John G. Self | May 1, 2012 | Healthcare, Leadership
There are many management tomes that seek to identify the one key component of success. With it you succeed. Without it, you fail. A few include: Strategic vision Superb organizational skills Operational and financial insight Strong culture Execution I have two...