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People Making with Julie Kennedy Oehlert

By: Chris Comeaux on Jul 24, 2024 6:00:00 AM

In this episode of the Anatomy of Leadership, Chris Comeaux interviews Dr. Julie Kennedy Oehlert, Chief Experience and Brand Officer for ECU Health. This is a robust discussion around the concept of people making and the importance of leaders encouraging and enabling their team members to learn, grow, and become better versions of themselves.

The discussion emphasizes the need for leaders to connect their team members to the mission, vision, and values of the organization and to create a culture where everyone feels valued and has a sense of purpose. Dr. Oehlert also highlights the power of empathy and curiosity as leadership superpowers and the role of mentorship in helping individuals discover their own value and potential.

The conversation then goes into the importance of love and empathy in the workplace, particularly in healthcare. They explore the concept of crowdsourcing ideas and the role of peer pressure in shaping organizational culture. They also discuss the need for healthcare to return to its roots as a calling and a relationship, rather than just a business. Dr. Oehlert also shares insights from her book, A System Innovation: A Holistic Approach to Disrupting with Love and Human Caring.

Discussion ends with Chris and Julie going back and forth sharing practical tips for leaders to develop their teams and create a more compassionate learning organization.