Building Better Leaders: Lessons from The Mayo Clinic

We're Only Human

With so many employers thinking about the coming year and how to create a positive workplace, we have to consider leadership and manager selection since that is a crucial part of the big picture. In this illuminating rebroadcast episode of 'We're Only Human,' host Ben Eubanks delves into effective leadership selection with Ji Yun Kang, Senior Advisor for Leader Assessment and Development at Mayo Clinic. The discussion covers Mayo Clinic's specific criteria for assessing leadership qualities, the importance of values alignment, and the substantial impact of good leadership on employee well-being and retention. Kang also explores the onboarding process, transition coaching, and the unique demands of leadership within a healthcare context. Drawing from Mayo Clinic’s longstanding tradition of excellence, this episode provides invaluable insights and practical advice for organizations aiming to improve their leadership selection and development processes.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:06 The Importance of Leadership Selection
00:46 Insights from Mayo Clinic's Leadership Selection
00:54 Research Findings on Leadership Impact
01:27 Deep Dive into Leadership Support
01:44 Understanding Managerial Support
02:31 Introduction to Today's Episode
03:14 Guest Introduction: Ji Yun Kang from Mayo Clinic
04:01 Values Alignment in Leadership
06:18 Mayo Clinic's Leadership Values
07:54 Succession Planning and Leadership Selection
11:03 Transition Coaching for New Leaders
11:55 Challenges in Leadership Transition
16:10 Supporting Leaders for Success
20:13 Navigating Organizational Culture
21:47 Personal Insights and Conclusion

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