Healthcare Plus Solutions Group

08/08/2025

When the Pentagon was still smoldering on 9/11, Dr. Thom Mayer wasn’t talking to generals — he was listening to firefighters, paramedics, and engineers.

Why? Because real leadership starts by listening to the people doing the work.

In this conversation with Quint Studer, Dr. Mayer shares the stories, strategies, and contrarian wisdom that have shaped his leadership across war zones, the NFL, and the ER.

If you’ve ever felt disconnected from the “deep joy” that brought you into healthcare, this is the episode to help you get it back.

Hear the full conversation: https://healthcareplussg.com/podcast/dr-thom-mayer/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=summer_rewind

07/30/2025

Oof. She said it. And she’s right.

In this episode, Annamari Dietrichson breaks down the real work of preventing burnout—not just for individuals, but for organizations.

From mindset coaching to calling out culture, she doesn’t hold back.

Don’t miss this bold, honest conversation. Listen now:

https://healthcareplussg.com/podcast/112_be-the-boss-of-your-brain-a-framework-to-help-leaders-fight-burnout-and-thrive/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=summer_rewind

07/25/2025

What does it really take to build trust in the workplace?

For Abby Spence, it started with emotional onboarding — and the results were hard to ignore:

✅ Turnover dropped 15 points in just 60 days
✅ No-call/no-shows went down
✅ New hires started showing up already feeling like part of the team

This episode is packed with practical ideas and real-world success from the frontlines of post-acute care.

🎧 Listen to Episode 109: Emotional Onboarding with Abby Spence → https://healthcareplussg.com/podcast/abby-spence/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=summer_rewind

07/17/2025

📝 Job descriptions aren’t just checklists—they’re culture-shapers.
If you’re using copy-paste templates, you’re missing a critical moment to build trust before day one.

This episode with Dr. Katherine Meese dives into how emotional onboarding begins long before orientation. 🎙️

https://healthcareplussg.com/podcast/katherine-meese/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=summer_rewind

07/11/2025

We talk about burnout like it’s just about long hours or too many patients. But what if part of it is what we’re feeding ourselves mentally?

In this episode, Dr. Roger Kapoor explores the hidden drivers of burnout — and how leaders can help themselves and their teams heal from the inside out.

🎧 Listen Here: https://healthcareplussg.com/podcast/114_how-mindset-synergy-and-lifestyle-basics-help-healthcare-professionals-battle-burnout/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=summer_rewind

07/04/2025

💡 Ever wonder what happens when you really invest in your frontline leaders?

Carla Yost and Danette Staples didn’t just talk about development — they changed the culture of their hospital by doing it.

From dramatic gains in trust and engagement to nurses saying “you mean we get to be in the same room as our leaders?” — this episode shows what’s possible when you lead with belief.

You’ll want to hear how Hillcrest turned insight into impact.

https://healthcareplussg.com/podcast/carla-yost-dannette-staples/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=summer_rewind

04/04/2025

We’re back from ACHE’s Congress…and there’s no better time to apply what we’ve learned.

Our team had the incredible opportunity to attend the ACHE 2025 Congress on Healthcare Leadership—a big thank you to ACHE for an outstanding event! And a special shoutout to Houston for hosting for the first time—it was a fantastic venue!

We got to see old friends and make lots of new ones. It was an incredible learning experience. What a privilege to gain so much insight into the trends, market forces, and other changes and challenges impacting healthcare!

Quint and Dan both had keynote presentation. Quint (with Mark Clement) on Leadership Insights: Building a Culture That Drives and Supports Value-Based Care (LEAD13) and Dan (with Katherine and Amelie) Navigating the Intergenerational Workforce: Strategies for Success in Healthcare (32H). They both have upcoming books on these topics.

The most important thing we did was reconnect with our healthcare community. It was a great reminder of how much we love our tribe and the importance of belonging. Healthcare people are the best!

And we couldn’t agree more with this year’s theme: Right Here, Right Now. The time to drive meaningful change is today. We’re ready to roll up our sleeves and put our insights into action!

04/02/2025

🔥Burnout is real—but you have more control than you think. Dan Collard talked to HCA Healthcare’s Annamarí Dietrichson about her THRIVE framework which helps healthcare leaders become the boss of their brain and build a sustainable, fulfilling career. A few of the insights she shared:

- How to stop thoughts that sabotage success
- Why rest is resilience—and how to take real breaks
- How to set better boundaries to protect your energy, not just your time
- Why intentionality is the key to staying connected to your purpose

If you or your team are struggling with burnout, we invite you to listen to this episode of the Healthcare Plus podcast. You’ll learn how to shift your mindset, reset your habits, and retrain your brain.

Listen now: https://healthcareplussg.com/podcast/112_be-the-boss-of-your-brain-a-framework-to-help-leaders-fight-burnout-and-thrive/

03/12/2024

On this episode of The Healthcare Plus Podcast, Quint Studer is joined by Mark Slyter, a senior healthcare executive who creates and executes breakthrough strategies that revitalize organizations at an accelerated pace. Currently, Mark works for CommonSpirit Health and serves as President and CEO of Dignity Health’s Arizona East Valley Market, where he oversees several large hospitals and urgent care centers.

Mark discusses his approach to improving healthcare outcomes by reinforcing their culture with “Excellence Every Day, Every Way”, which focuses on establishing consistent behaviors, investing in innovation, and enhancing effective communication. Thus far, this has resulted in significant improvements in patient safety, experience, employee engagement, and financial performance.

Listen to the full episode: https://healthcareplussg.com/podcast/93_strategies-for-improving-healthcare-outcomes-and-employee-engagement-with-mark-slyter-president-and-ceo-dignity-health/

On this episode of The Healthcare Plus Podcast, Quint Studer is joined by Mark Slyter, a senior healthcare executive who creates and executes breakthrough strategies that revitalize organizations at an accelerated pace. Currently, Mark works for CommonSpirit Health and serves as President and CEO of...

02/26/2024

The better an organization desires their performance to be, the more aligned the resources need to be. That starts with the most important resource: the people.

In his work with organizations, Quint Studer's overarching aim is to determine whether the individuals have the same view of the external environment and how that environment is impacting the organization’s progress toward its goals.

Read the latest article for the three questions he uses to figure out this perception:

“We need to have everyone on the same page.” This is a common message from the top. Another similar phrase is, “We need to have the team aligned.” It makes sense. The better an organization desires their performance to be, the more aligned the resources need to be. That starts with the most ...

02/21/2024

What are some ways that leaders can rewire to attract, retain, and engage their team members?

Hear from Dan Collard, co-author of the new book "Rewiring Excellence: Hardwired to Rewired" and leave your questions for him in the comments. We'll be answering your questions and providing new each week!

Don't have a copy yet? Download the free eBook (available until March 1) or purchase yours today: https://healthcareplussg.com/books/rewiring-excellence/

Quint Studer

02/19/2024

In last week’s column, Quint Studer shared his top five tips for high-quality healthcare leadership. There are hundreds of worthwhile tips available from many resources. Many tips depend on the leader’s role, experience, and situation. The tips provided last week and today are ones that fit most individuals in any leadership position.

1. Be interested as well as interesting.
2. Clarify expectations.
3. Show trust.
4. Build skills.
5. Be a good public relations person.

Read the full article for additional insights:

In last week’s column, five leadership tips were shared. There are hundreds of worthwhile tips available from many resources. Many tips depend on the leader’s role, experience, and situation. The tips provided last week and today are ones that fit most individuals in any leadership position. Be ...