By: Kriss Barlow, RN, MBA This time of year signals the time to start planting, at least here in the north central states. Gardening is a wonderful journey really, placing small seeds in the ground, anticipating a bounty of blooms in late summer. Seeds only grow,...
By: Kriss Barlow, RN, MBA “Failure is not the opposite of success; it’s a stepping stone to success.” – Elli Stassinopoulos I was struck by this quote. My brain first went to my personal tolerance for trial and error. After all, business...
By: Kriss Barlow, RN, MBA We’ve all met them… those individuals that just create a connection. We are drawn to them because conversation is so comfortable and the interview leaves us feeling so positive. Is that enough to say, “Let’s hire this person for our physician...
By: Kriss Barlow, RN, MBA Are you a trend setter? Thinking of myself as a trend setter in my personal life- like fashion- is beyond laughable. Clearly, that is not this blog’s direction. I was really thinking about trend setters in our business world. I think...
By: Kriss Barlow, RN, MBA“Being aware of your fear is smart. Overcoming it is the mark of a successful person.” –Seth GodinIt’s human nature to want to feel respected and valued for the work we do. However, for some physician strategy roles, positive affirmation...
