Description

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In the ever-changing healthcare environment, the profession of healthcare management needs strong leaders who will rise to the challenges of today and carry organizations into the future.

The Emerging Healthcare Leader: A Field Guide is an essential resource for those in the early stages of becoming a healthcare leader. Packed with tactics, tips, and illuminating straightforward examples, this book provides an indispensable guide to building your career in healthcare leadership.

Honestly and authentically, authors Laurie Baedke and Natalie Lamberton offer practical suggestions and share anecdotes, personal stories, and important lessons learned from their own professional experiences. The book covers:

• Developing self-awareness
• Practicing self-management
• Cultivating your personal brand
• Launching your career
• Understanding and refining your leadership style
• Learning and rebounding from failures
• Maximizing your internship opportunities
• Mastering the interview process

This second edition includes new chapters

About the Author

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Laurie K. Baedke, MHA, FACHE, FACMPE, is a faculty member, director of healthcare leadership programs, and program director for the Executive MBA in Healthcare Management at Creighton University. A frequent speaker at national healthcare conferences and facilitator at company and association retreats, she works with both teams and individuals, including early careerists, physician leaders, and senior executives. She has expertise in physician practice management, leadership development, organizational change, emotional intelligence, and strengths-based leadership. She holds a bachelor’s degree in human services and business administration and a master’s degree in healthcare administration. Books published by Health Administration Press:  The Emerging Healthcare Leader: A Field Guide, Second Edition