Cracking the Healthcare Leadership Code: How Purpose, Humility, and Accessibility Can Transform Your Organization (Executive Series Book 2)

A new dynamic is taking shape in the healthcare workforce. In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, fatigued employees are yearning for empowerment and meaning. All healthcare leaders—whether they are new, in transition, or experienced—need to adapt to the changing needs of their teams. Cracking the Healthcare Leadership Code will help leaders find their footing in this new healthcare landscape. The book describes how to attract and retain talent by reducing hierarchical communication, reinvigorating workers' sense of purpose, and empowering them to do their best work. From there, the metrics related to achievement of organizational goals will naturally start improving. Author Kevin Joseph is a physician leader who is well versed in the interactions between doctors, administrators, and clinical staff. His broad perspective has molded his leadership philosophy, which is grounded in the power of discovering and sustaining purpose. Throughout the book, Dr. Joseph shares one of his guiding principles as a healthcare executive: break down the power gradient and put people first, which can shift the culture and result in improved patient outcomes and metrics. Read more