In healthcare, conveying genuine gratitude for staff contributions can have a transformative impact on morale, engagement, and overall workplace culture. By leveraging emotional intelligence (EI), leaders can tailor their expressions of appreciation to align with each individual’s unique personality, making their “thank you” more meaningful. Applying EI principles allows healthcare leaders to go beyond simple recognition and connect with their teams in true and personalized ways.
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Trick or Treat? Un-masking Common Leadership Challenges
Fun fact: some of the most common Halloween costume themes actually parallel the challenges healthcare leaders routinely face. This Halloween, to avoid being “spooked,” it is important to uncover what lies beneath the surface to develop a proper response. Identifying the reason for the “mask” by unveiling the issues behind it will help to create permanent change and sustained improvement.
The Little Leader that Could
Mindset is a critical component to effective leadership, and having the right outlook can make managing the changes in healthcare less difficult. A positive attitude promotes accountability, improves communication, and helps to set realistic expectations, both for the team and the leader. The business of healthcare is unpredictable, with new mountains to climb at every turn.
Productivity in Critical Access Hospitals: Not an Alien Concept
The Martian, a New York Times Bestselling book turned popular movie starring Matt Damon, tells the story about human error, the will to survive, and the profound responsibility we carry—not only to the work we commit our lives to but also to each other. Despite being a sci-fi adventure set on Mars, there are a lot of parallels to healthcare in the Critical Access world. Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) are an integral part of the healthcare system here on planet Earth.
The Productivity Party – Part Two!
Now that summer is in full-swing, ALTIUS is “buying” another round of our favorite productivity-inspired cocktails/mocktails to keep the merriment flowing! Whether you are fireside, oceanside, tableside, or poolside – these delicious concoctions will help you cool down, chill out, and ensure the success of any event! Moscow Mule/Moscow Mule Mocktail Rumored to have been created in the 1940s as a way to introduce Americans to a then-uncommon spirit, this deceptively humble and incredibly easy to mix beverage combines vodka, lime juice, and spicy ginger beer. Perhaps the most notable aspect of this perfect-for-any-occasion cocktail is the eye-catching, textured copper mug it is traditionally served in. Whether pouring an alcoholic or mocktail version, the conductivity of the stylish vessel ensures an always frosty, deeply cold, delightful result.
The Productivity Party – Part One!
During the summer months, there is a lot to celebrate. Whether the gathering is to recognize an achievement, a milestone, or simply to share a bit of comradery, parties, like productivity, bring people together. This year, while you are toasting a birthday, the great weather, or just spending time with family and friends, consider serving up one of the ALTIUS team’s productivity-approved cocktails/mocktails! Margarita Refreshing and bold, this zesty party staple has a long history, likely dating back to the 1930s, when there were no bottled mixes or blenders.
Leading without Lecturing
Being the kind of leader that people want to follow voluntarily, not because of position or title, is always the goal. No one should take on the responsibility of management with the intent of becoming the “because I said so” type of boss. Having the knowledge, experience, and expertise might get you hired into the leadership role, but providing the necessary communication, collaboration, guidance, and support for staff to thrive is what keeps you there.
Perception v. Reality – The “Alice” Effect
Being a leader, especially a good one, can be overwhelming even at the best of times. Trying to effect positive change can often feel like chasing the elusive “white rabbit;” the path never being quite clear. Whether navigating the wilds of Wonderland or the current healthcare landscape, it is essential to remain grounded in reality as perception can be misleading.
Breaking the Routine
“Find a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” This famous phrase, attributed to intellectual giants such as Mark Twain and Confucius, has been the ultimate professional goal. While it is an excellent notion, even those who are truly happy in their careers can still view their roles as “work.
Harnessing the Power of the Dragon
2024 is the Year of the Dragon and is forecasted to bring about opportunities, changes, and challenges. In Chinese culture, the dragon holds a significant place as both an auspicious and extraordinary creature. It is unmatched in talent and excellence, symbolizing power, nobility, honor, and success.