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I am delighted to have recently interviewed Debbie Visconi, who is President and CEO of Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, New Jersey. In this conversation, we discussed leading through crisis.
Here are a few of the highlights:
Debbie Visconi:
I think the things that are important to me as a leader and really have shown to be vital during the pandemic are things like transparency. Many people use that word freely, but this really takes transparency to another level. It’s being able to stand in front of your employees, your staff, your community, your government stakeholders, and tell everyone exactly what’s going on.
Resilience also comes into the test of leadership during this time. It’s being there by your staff’s side every single day, day and night weekends. And whether you’re there in person or behind an email or walking the floors or just being by their side and them knowing that you’re there… There’s a lot of recognition that comes into play.
It’s about really being honest and forthright, sharing the facts and trying to erase or dispel the myths and the rumors. You take the myths and the rumors face on and you say, “I know you’ve heard this, but here’s the truth.”
You can hear the entire podcast here. Or read the full transcript here.
In the coming weeks, I will continue to provide you with advice to help you successfully lead your organization through these difficult times. Please email me with additional topics you’d like me to address. Call anytime you need me. I’d be glad to hear from you.
Four Ways I Can Help You Right Away
If you’d like my help in navigating today’s challenges and setting course for tomorrow, send me an email or give me a call. Together, we can explore ways to improve and dramatically accelerate your results.
Some of my latest offerings include:
1.Strategic Advisor to the CEO and Executive Team. If you’d like an objective thought partner with whom you can discuss matters of leadership, strategy, team dynamics, and leading through change, you’ll want to consider this approach. You’ll have me on speed dial to discuss opportunities and challenges in real time—to make your best decisions today and thoughtfully strategize for tomorrow.
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To your continued health, wellness, and steadfast leadership.
Dr. Liz
