Women in Healthcare: Navigating Leadership Challenges in Healthcare with Jenny Reese
Download MP3Welcome to the MGMA Women in Healthcare Podcast, where host Adrienne Lloyd sits down with Jenny Reese, a leader and innovator in healthcare administration, to discuss leadership strategies in today's rapidly evolving medical landscape. In this episode, Jenny shares insights into problem-solving for medical practice leaders, with a focus on effective team management, adapting to industry changes, and fostering a culture of transparency and growth within healthcare organizations.
Key Takeaways:
- Leading with Transparency: Jenny emphasizes the importance of clear communication and transparency in leadership roles, especially when navigating challenges like staffing shortages or policy changes.
- “In times of uncertainty, clarity is your best tool to keep teams focused and motivated.”
- Adapting to Industry Shifts: The healthcare industry is constantly evolving. Jenny discusses strategies for adapting to changes such as hybrid work models, increased reliance on technology, and shifts in patient expectations.
- Fostering a Collaborative Team Environment: She highlights ways to foster collaboration within medical practices by empowering team members to take initiative and build trust.
- "Empowerment starts with creating an environment where everyone feels heard and valued."
- Problem-Solving Approaches: Jenny offers practical advice for medical practice leaders to tackle common challenges such as burnout, turnover, and maintaining staff morale.
- Leveraging Technology for Efficiency: She discusses the role of technology in streamlining practice management and improving patient care, suggesting that embracing digital tools can enhance both staff productivity and patient satisfaction.
Resources Mentioned:
- The Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay Stanier – A guide to becoming a better leader through effective coaching conversations.
- The Lean Startup by Eric Ries – Techniques for fostering innovation and adaptability in healthcare practices.
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This episode is brought to you by Boost Lingo, the language services platform behind MGMA Translate, interpreter delays and high agency fees, strain budgets, and staff morale. Boost lingo on demand fixes both tap once and a qualified medical interpreter joins in about 13 seconds. Video or phone on any device. No steep learning curve. It just works. Tap, connect, care. Choose from 14,000 interpreters covering over 300 languages. Fully HIPAA compliant. Your staff will love the ease and your patients will too. Plus MGMA members save 20%. Visit https://boostlingo.com/mgma/ to see it in action today.
Podcast Sponsor MGMA Analytics
Are you making decisions based on gut instinct—or on real data?
With MGMA Analytics, you get the benchmarking and business intelligence tools to drive smarter strategies.
From provider compensation to operational costs, MGMA Analytics gives you access to the most trusted data in the industry.
So whether you’re adjusting staffing, setting salaries, or planning for growth, make your next move with confidence.
Visit MGMA Analytics to learn more.
