Blog Posts from February 2021
View all postsHealthcare Leaders Can Convert Mistakes Into Opportunities
By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - February 24, 2021
Leadership is a major responsibility that requires humility, accountability, and an open mind. While it may be easy to push blame onto that of the subordinates who've made mistakes, the ultimate fault resides with the leader responsible for managing them. Here are just a few best practices on how to deal with the mistakes of others as a leader.
Are Exit Interviews Important?
By Jeffrey Hopkins - February 18, 2021
An employee on their way out from a company may find the last thing they want to do is an exit interview: but why is an exit interview important? For starters, it is when employees can become brutally honest and lay it on all the line without fear of retaliation. Companies can earn some of the most valuable insight by letting employees vent their grievances on their last day.
Best Practice Social Media Use for Healthcare Professionals
By Faith A. Coleman, MD - February 16, 2021
In March 2020, we put out an article on things to avoid posting on social media as a professional. In essence, all the "don'ts." Today we'd like to talk about some best practice policies instead, all the "do's" you should be concerned with.
7 Reasons Why I Chose To Be A Generalist Physician
By David Beran, DO - February 11, 2021
In a profession filled with dozens of different specialties, I chose to be a generalist. But with so many diverging paths, why opt for something more general? The flexibility of this physician career path alone is enough to make it enticing for many, but here are seven reasons why I chose to be a generalist.
How to "Reference Check" a Potential Employer
By Riia O'Donnell - February 9, 2021
33% of new hires admit to quitting their jobs within the first 90 days. When you sit down to be interviewed, you must consider that you're also interviewing the company for yourself to see if they're a good fit for your expectations. Here are three best practice tips on how to "reference check" your employer before signing any contracts.
COVID-19 Reduces In-Person Site Visits for Resident Physicians
By Faith A. Coleman, MD - February 4, 2021
For candidates seeking opportunities in common specialties, waiting for an in-person visit may be risky. If an appealing offer is made in-hand, even without an in-person visit, residents and fellows might have no choice but to forgo the traditional site visit and accept.
