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"Be The Flagship": It's About All Things Operations

"Be The Flagship": It's About All Things Operations

34 episodes

S3 Ep 10HR and Operations: Part 2

In this episode, guest speaker, Anthony Pantaleone discusses the nature of change management and leadership development!

Aug 23, 202434 min

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!

Aug 23, 202430 min

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.

Aug 22, 202438 min

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.

Aug 9, 202430 min

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.

Aug 5, 202421 min

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.

Aug 5, 202427 min

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!

Jul 24, 202428 min

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!

Jul 19, 202426 min

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.

Jul 16, 202426 min

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.

Jul 11, 202427 min

S2 Ep 4Leadership Universal Truths: Part 2

In this episode, Jeff concludes his discussion on those universal concepts for leaders.

Apr 1, 202422 min

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.

Mar 7, 202425 min

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.

Feb 22, 202438 min

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.

Feb 7, 202424 min

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!

Jan 26, 202437 min

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.

Jan 16, 202421 min

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.

Jan 9, 202436 min

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.

Dec 27, 202326 min

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.

Dec 15, 202334 min

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.

Dec 12, 202332 min

S1 Ep 13What's Your Number, with Guest Speaker - Geoff Smith of Dynamic Strategies, LLC

In this episode, financial expert, Geoff Smith, discusses the importance of metrics in achieving business success.

Dec 4, 202327 min

S1 Ep 12A Hospice Heart In Action

Thanksgiving Episode with Darlene Rutledge, Hospice Chief Clinical OfficerShe defines a "Hospice Heart" and provides examples of how it impacts patients and their families.

Nov 21, 202322 min

S1 Ep 11Top 10 Reasons Good Managers Fail As Leaders

Why do good managers fail? In this episode, Jeff explores the differences in being a good manager and a great leader.

Nov 14, 202329 min

S1 Ep 10Episode 10: The Fishbowl - Part 2

Jeff expands upon his discussion in Part 1 regarding solutions to culture challenges and how to strengthen organizational work culture to "keep the fishbowl clean".

Nov 6, 202332 min

S1 Ep 9Halloween Episode: The Fishbowl - Part 1

Jeff focuses on maintaining a clean fishbowl as an analogy to maintaining a healthy working environment.

Oct 31, 202321 min

S1 Ep 8Emotional Intelligence & Healthcare Leadership

Jeff discusses the concept of EQ and its impact on leadership effectiveness within the healthcare environment.

Oct 24, 202330 min

S1 Ep 7Episode 7: Embracing A Strategic Staffing Model (Guest Speaker: Anthony Pantaleone)

This discussion focuses on the benefits of taking a more strategic approach to workforce planning.

Oct 18, 202336 min

S1 Ep 6Episode 6: Creating Healthy & High Performing Sales Teams

Guest Speaker: Keith Carson

Oct 18, 202326 min

S1 Ep 6Episode 6: Creating Healthy & High-Performing Sales Teams; Guest Speaker, Keith Carson

A discussion of the benefits of alignment between sales behaviors and organizational core values.

Oct 9, 202326 min

S1 Ep 5Episode 5: When Purpose & Performance Meet

Guest Speakers:Brenda-Lee Smith BSN/CSA/CDP/CADDCT, Oasis Senior Advisors-Coastal San DiegoGeoff Smith CPA/CMA/MBA, Dynamic Business StrategyDiscussion Focus: How to align profit objectives with your corporate Vision, Mission, and Core Values

Oct 2, 202324 min

S1 Ep 4Episode 4: Succession Planning - Protecting The Future

What is Succession Planning and how to implement an effective robust process to create an internal talent pipeline.

Sep 25, 202340 min

S1 Ep 3Episode 3: The Leadership Challenge

Your leaders are the connecting point between your employees and your company. Listen to this episode to learn about leadership impact on employee engagement, performance, and retention, along with how to best take your bosses and create leaders!

Sep 19, 202331 min

S1 Ep 2Episode 2: Connecting Your Employees To Your Organization

Why is employee connection so important to an organization, and how does it impact employee engagement, performance, and retention?

Sep 11, 202326 min

S1 Ep 1Episode 1: Be The Talent Flagship

Why "Flagship"?Why Hospice & Small Healthcare?Talent Management ComponentsGallup ResearchMonday LoLCTAUpcoming Episodes

Sep 1, 202331 min