People-First Approach Needed for Enhanced Healthcare Performance

 

In a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the latest episode of “Holistic Leadership: The Future of Work & Education in Healthcare” addresses the critical need for a people-first approach to continuous improvement. Host Geoffrey Roche, along with guests Dr. Paul DeChant, the Principal and Co-Founder of Organizational Well-Being Solutions and John Gallagher, the founder and CEO of Growing Champions Coaching and Consulting explores the intersection of leadership, organizational well-being, and performance in healthcare.

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