This episode features Laurie Baedke, Faculty, Director of Healthcare Leadership Programs, Assistant Dean of Physician Leadership Education, Creighton University. Here, she discusses the motivation that led her to write her book Mentor Coach Lead to Peak Professional Performance, the importance of and how mentorship, sponsorship, & coaching differ, and more.
Summary
Discover the Importance of Mentorship, Coaching, and Sponsorship in Healthcare Leadership
Laurie Baedke Shares Insights from her Book: Mentor Coach Lead to Peak Professional Performance
In a candid interview, Laurie Baedke, Faculty, Director of Healthcare Leadership Programs, and Assistant Dean of Physician Leadership Education at Creighton University, discussed her passion for developing healthcare leaders and the motivation for writing her book, Mentor Coach Lead to Peak Professional Performance. Laurie highlighted the importance of mentorship, sponsorship, and coaching in healthcare leadership, and how they differ.
The Differences Between Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Coaching
According to Laurie, mentorship is when an experienced individual guides, advises, and supports a less experienced person. Mentors provide guidance through their personal and professional experiences, address questions and concerns, and share their insight. Sponsorship, on the other hand, is when a person with power and influence helps someone advance their career. Sponsors use their influence to showcase an individual's work and vouch for their abilities. Coaching is a bit different, as it focuses on improving specific skills or behaviors. Coaches help individuals identify and overcome obstacles by providing them with constructive feedback and guidance.
Investing in Bench Strength within Healthcare
Laurie emphasized the need for healthcare leaders to invest in bench strength to ensure that their organizations have the talent and skills needed to succeed in the future. She urged healthcare leaders to rethink and re-engineer their processes to capitalize on emerging technologies that can help them better serve their workforce. Laurie highlighted that in 2021, she is most focused on speaking and teaching about investing in bench strength within healthcare.
Cultivating Leaders and Creating Thriving Workplaces
Through her book, Mentor Coach Lead to Peak Professional Performance, Laurie encourages healthcare leaders to focus on developing leaders and creating workplaces where people can thrive. Laurie shares tips and strategies for creating a culture of growth, how to handle conflict, and communication skills. Her book is soon to be released by ACHE, and it's a must-read for anyone looking to excel in healthcare leadership.
Overall, Laurie Baedke's interview highlights the importance of mentorship, sponsorship, and coaching in healthcare leadership, and how investing in bench strength can help organizations thrive. Her book, Mentor Coach Lead to Peak Professional Performance, is a valuable resource for healthcare leaders looking to develop their skills and create a culture of growth within their organizations.
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This episode aired on 03/12/2023 and can be listened here.
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