"Be The Flagship": It's About All Things Operations
Jeff Parsons
Show overview
"Be The Flagship": It's About All Things Operations launched in 2023 and has put out 34 episodes in the time since. That works out to roughly 15 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence, with the show now in its 3rd season.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 26 min and 32 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Business show.
The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 1.7 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. Published by Jeff Parsons.
From the publisher
"Be The Flagship" is a podcast that focuses on topics related to Business Success through Operational Excellence. Episode topics range from Operations specific subjects to topics regarding Operations Support...such as Finance, Human Resources, and other Administrative areas. Podcast contributors are experts in their fields and considered thought leaders. Our goal is to provide information to grow and develop our listeners and their organizations. We want our listener organizations to become "The Flagship" in their industries!
Latest Episodes
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S3 Ep 10HR and Operations: Part 2
In this episode, guest speaker, Anthony Pantaleone discusses the nature of change management and leadership development!
S3 Ep 9HR and Operations
In this episode, guest speaker, Anthony Pantaleone tackles the subject of organizational talent. We discuss how organizations can do a better job of new hire selection, hiring, and onboarding through the use of data-based assessments. This is a must listen!
S3 Ep 7Finance and Operations with Geoff Smith
In this must-listen episode, guest speaker and finance expert, Geoff Smith, explores the three major financial statements that all operations leaders should be aware of.
S3 Ep 8Finance and Operations
In this final episode of "Finance and Operations", Finance expert, Geoff Smith concludes his discussion on key financial metrics and how to use these metrics to increase business success.
S3 Ep 6Finance and Operations
In this episode, Finance Expert, Geoff Smith speaks in more detail regarding mergers and acquisitions and why some acquisitions fail.
S3 Ep 5Finance and Operations
In this continuing series, "Finance and Operations", our guest expert, Geoff Smith delves into strategic planning and how to think through customer attraction, retention, and challenges. Geoff also discusses the role of strategic planning in mergers and acquisitions.
S3 Ep 4Finance and Operations
In this Episode 4 of the series, Finance and Operations, Geoff Smith continues the discussion on Operations and Finance strategies. Topics covered are tools for internal operations assessment, assessing suppliers, and much more!
S3 Ep 3Finance and Operations
In this episode, guest speaker and finance expert, Geoff Smith shares his thoughts regarding the impact of technology in Finance and introduces the topic of how to create a robust finance strategic plan that supports Operational Excellence and Business Success!
S3 Ep 2Finance and Operations
In Episode 2 of the Series, "Finance and Operations", I continue my discussion with financial expert, Geoff Smith. We explore topics ranging from Risk Management to Finance Strategy 101.
S3 Ep 1Finance and Operations
This episode explores the role of Finance in the support of Operational Excellence and Business Success. Guest speaker, Geoff Smith, discusses some fundamental areas of finance support.
S2 Ep 4Leadership Universal Truths: Part 2
In this episode, Jeff concludes his discussion on those universal concepts for leaders.
S2 Ep 3Leadership Universal Truths: Part 1
In this don't miss episode, Jeff shares his learnings on the universal truths or principles of leadership. He explains the leadership formula, the nature of leadership, and the role of leader credibility.
S2 Ep 2Jeff's Top 10 Components of Workplace Culture
In this episode, Jeff speaks to the 10 critical components that create your work culture.
S2 Ep 1A Discussion with Heather Thompson, Vice President, Hospice at ULTIMATE HOME HEALTH AND ULTIMATE PLUS HOSPICE: The Power of Recognition in Building a Positive Workplace Culture
In this episode, Heather Thompson discusses the impact of culture within the organization and outside the organization, and focuses on the role of Recognition in building a great place to work.
S1 Ep 19Lean Healthcare Tools: The VSM, Root Cause Analysis, & Gemba
In this episode, Lean Healthcare expert, Terry Norris, continues his discussion of the value stream map, root cause analysis, and the importance of the Gemba Walk. You can purchase Terry's book, "How to Make Lean Work in Your Hospital or in Your Department" through Amazon. It is a great how-to resource for healthcare leaders!
S1 Ep 18Lean Healthcare Tools, Part One: A Discussion with Terry Norris
In this episode, Lean Healthcare expert, Terry Norris, discusses Value Stream Mapping. He defines this valuable tool, explains it use and value, then talks about the various types of VSM's.
S1 Ep 17Why Lean Healthcare Fails and How to Ensure Succes
Guest Speaker, and noted Lean Healthcare expert, Terry Norris joins again to discuss why Lean initiatives fail and what healthcare leaders can do to ensure success.
S1 Ep 16A Discussion with Terry Norris: Introduction to Lean Healthcare
Lean expert, Terry Norris, defines Lean and then explains how Lean concepts apply to small healthcare to achieve process improvement and organizational excellence.
S1 Ep 15Christmas Episode: A Discussion with Jan Jones, Hospice Icon
Jan Jones speaks to the current and future challenges in hospice and provides her insight regarding leadership and organizational culture.
S1 Ep 14How to Improve Your New Hire Onboarding Process
In this episode, Jeff delves into the subject of new hire onboarding, and what healthcare organizations can do to make it a more effective process that increases employee engagement, performance, and retention.