
Re-release: Finding Joy and Fulfillment in Allowing Others to Help with Michelle Mahaffey
05/22/24 • 35 min
In this re-released episode, Lee welcomes Michelle Mahaffey, EVP and Chief HR Officer at Community Health Network in Indianapolis. Michelle highlights the importance of overcoming the stigma around mental health and the significance of caregivers being able to receive care themselves. They discuss the joy and fulfillment of allowing others to support you and the importance of normalizing the need for help and seeking support. The conversation then shifts to burnout, sustainability, and resilience, especially within the healthcare profession.
Additional Resources:
Connect with Michelle on LinkedIn
Listen to the original episode!
Learn more about Community Health Network
Attend Unleashing Leaders University!
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Key Takeaways:
- Leadership is a collective effort, not just top-down solutions.
- Building trust and credibility as a new leader.
- The power of active listening and understanding challenges.
In this re-released episode, Lee welcomes Michelle Mahaffey, EVP and Chief HR Officer at Community Health Network in Indianapolis. Michelle highlights the importance of overcoming the stigma around mental health and the significance of caregivers being able to receive care themselves. They discuss the joy and fulfillment of allowing others to support you and the importance of normalizing the need for help and seeking support. The conversation then shifts to burnout, sustainability, and resilience, especially within the healthcare profession.
Additional Resources:
Connect with Michelle on LinkedIn
Listen to the original episode!
Learn more about Community Health Network
Attend Unleashing Leaders University!
Learn more about Unleashing Leaders
Follow Unleashing Leaders on LinkedIn
Follow Unleashing Leaders on Facebook
Follow Unleashing Leaders on Instagram
Key Takeaways:
- Leadership is a collective effort, not just top-down solutions.
- Building trust and credibility as a new leader.
- The power of active listening and understanding challenges.
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Ep 21: Shattering Silos and Unifying Leaders with Stephanie Clendenin
Stephanie Clendenin, Director of the California Department of State Hospitals, joins Lee to share her journey from accounting to leading one of the nation’s largest forensic mental health systems.
With 34+ years in public service, she reflects on unifying siloed teams, navigating political sensitivities, and driving impact through strategic planning and shared goals. Stephanie’s story is a powerful example of people-first leadership in complex, high-stakes environments.
Additional Resources:
Connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn
Learn more about California Department of State Hospitals
Attend Unleashing Leaders University!
Learn more about Unleashing Leaders
Follow Unleashing Leaders on LinkedIn
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Key Takeaways:
- Overcoming departmental silos for organizational unity
- Strategic planning amidst health care system evolution
- Navigating resistance to change in long-established organizations
- Balancing high-level strategy with detailed operational focus
- Shifting paradigms in mental health and justice involvement
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Re-release: Leading Hinge Moments That Unleash Leaders with Lee Scott
In this featured episode from the Gut + Science podcast, Lee joined host Nikki Lewallen Gregory to provide insights on leadership and personal growth.
The discussion centers around identifying and nurturing people's potential and greatness through genuine curiosity, recognizing strengths, and positioning your team as the heroes of the narrative. The episode emphasizes the importance of exhibiting grace, curiosity, and empathy in relationships, focusing on what individuals value and require, and assisting them in achieving their goals.
Additional Resources:
Listen to the original episode!
Attend Unleashing Leaders University!
Learn more about Unleashing Leaders
Follow Unleashing Leaders on LinkedIn
Follow Unleashing Leaders on Facebook
Follow Unleashing Leaders on Instagram
Key Takeaways:
- Cultivating curiosity is essential for identifying strengths and superpowers
- Challenging beliefs are necessary to find new ways to grow and overcome limitations
- Effective leaders listen actively and focus on the critical needs of their team members
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