As a leader in healthcare, you are highly visible and constantly
watched--often very closely. Perception is often more important than
reality, and career success may ultimately hinge on your awareness of
how you are perceived and your ability to act consistently in a manner
befitting your position.
Now in its third edition, The Healthcare Leader's Guide to Actions,
Awareness, and Perception highlights the "sense of the appropriate"--an
essential leadership trait that applies to behavior, character,
courtesy, ethics, professionalism, and respect. Leaders need a special
skill set for building and maintaining positive relationships with a
variety of individuals and groups, and they must be constantly aware of
the risk of missteps and derailment.
Leaders at every level--from newcomers to experienced executives--will
find guidance in this book. It examines key leadership principles,
illustrates core concepts with stories and examples, and sets forth a
framework of protocols tailored to specific interactions and situations.
Topics covered in this book include:
Professional image and reputation Ethical decision making Relationships
with the executive team, the governing board, and physicians
Communications, technology, and social media Ethnic, gender, and
generational diversity Self-awareness and derailment
Effective leaders benefit from heightened self-awareness. They are
conscious of their quirks and weaknesses, they seek constant and diverse
feedback, and they grow through self-reflection. Contribute to your own
professional success by letting this book be a "mirror" to your
leadership style and refine your executive etiquette.
