Leading Through Change : A Practical Guide for Healthcare Leaders
Leading effectively through change starts with you as the leader. Understanding your strengths, communicating with positivity and your ability to influence others are crucial to the success of the change initiative. Leading through change helps medical practices navigate transitions smoothly, minimizing disruption, increasing team member buy-in, and ultimately achieving desired outcomes by providing clear direction, addressing concerns, and fostering a positive attitude towards change, especially during stressful periods of transition
This dynamic and interactive session is designed to help healthcare leaders at all levels enhance their ability to lead with confidence and empathy during times of uncertainty. You’ll learn how to provide direction amidst disruption, how to build buy-in from team members, and how to foster a positive attitude toward change even when the pressure is high.
Through a blend of practical tools, mindset strategies, and communication frameworks, this session will equip you to minimize resistance, maintain morale, and create a culture where your team feels empowered to grow and succeed - even in the face of uncertainty. Whether you’re leading a department, a practice, or an entire organization, this session offers a meaningful opportunity to strengthen your leadership, inspire your team, and drive lasting impact during times of transformation.
Learning Objectives
Explore a 7 step process to lead effectively during seasons of change
Identify dynamics of roadblocks to implementing effective change in the past
Learn profiles of how people deal with change and the impact on relationships
Understand how stress, pressure and mindset impact employee buy-in to change
Review a communication outline to inspire people to lean in and embrace change. Create an environment that celebrates wins and reinforces a thriving work culture
Build emotional resilience as a leader and cultivate a team culture that remains focused, flexible, and motivated during transitions
Celebrate progress and quick wins to maintain team morale and reinforce positive momentum
Create an actionable plan to implement what’s learned immediately within their healthcare practice or organization.
Areas Covered in the Session
A step-by-step leadership framework specifically designed for managing organizational change in healthcare settings.
Insights into why previous change initiatives may have failed and how to avoid repeating the same mistakes.
The psychology of change: understanding how different team members process transitions and how to lead each profile effectively.
The role of mindset in influencing team behaviour and building a culture of adaptability.
Communication strategies that drive clarity, trust, and engagement during times of uncertainty.
Techniques for managing emotional responses to change - both your own and your team's.
Tools to foster resilience and motivation among healthcare staff during high-pressure situations.
Ways to boost employee buy-in through inclusive decision-making and transparent leadership.
Tactics to build momentum by recognizing small wins and reinforcing progress.
Creating a personalized leadership action plan to implement in your department or practice immediately.
Live Q&A Session
Suggested Attendees
Healthcare Administrators
Managers
Nurse Leaders
Doctors
Hospital and Health System Executives
HR and Staff Development Coordinators in Healthcare
Department Heads and Supervisors in Medical Settings
Healthcare Consultants and Advisors
Healthcare IT Managers and Directors
Patient Experience Managers
Medical Office Coordinators
Clinical Operations Managers
Pharmacy Managers
Behavioral Health Leaders
Healthcare Quality Improvement Coordinators
Healthcare Compliance Officers
Practice Transformation Leaders
Medical Group Executives
Physician Practice Leaders
Wellness Coordinators in Healthcare Organizations
Hospital Directors of Education and Training
Care Coordination Managers
Infection Control Managers
Healthcare Strategy and Planning Executives
Employee Engagement Specialists in Healthcare
Healthcare Finance and Billing Managers
About the Presenter
Our Webinar presenter has dedicated her career to helping healthcare professionals learn, grow and lead to impact their professional life and personal journey. Merikay is the founder of Coach MKay Companies, LLC having served for 30 years in the healthcare industry providing consulting, training and coaching. She was recognized as one of the top 15 Coaches in the United States in March 2024 as a trailblazer in the industry by Women's Journal. Merikay is a former Adjunct Hospital Chaplain and Director of Patient and Family Experience for a hospital in North Carolina. She has worked with medical, dental practices and physician groups throughout the United States to impact team dynamics, build strong relationships, improve communication and enhance the patient experience.
Additional Information
System Requirement:
Internet Speed: Preferably above 1 MBPS
Headset: Any decent headset and microphone which can be used to hear clearly
Live Course Cancellation Policy: If for any reason Skillacquire need to cancel this program, Skillacquire will notify participants by email of the cancellation no less than 24 hours prior to the expected start time.
For more information, you can reach out to the below contact:
Toll-Free No: 1-302-444-0162
Email: care@skillacquire.com