MGMA Insights: Steve Dickens on Career Growth and Mentorship with MGMA
Download MP3In this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams sits down with Steve Dickens, the recipient of the 2024 MGMA Lifetime Achievement Award. Steve shares his remarkable journey, highlighting the pivotal role MGMA has played in his career development and his passion for mentoring the next generation of healthcare leaders. This conversation offers valuable insights for MGMA members looking to maximize their organizational involvement and unlock new opportunities for growth and impact.
Key Takeaways:
Key Takeaways:
- Steve's Early Career and the Importance of Professional Associations: Steve recounts his start in a small town in Tennessee and the pivotal moment when his colleagues encouraged him to join MGMA, leading to a transformative experience.
- The Transformative Power of MGMA Membership: Steve emphasizes the wealth of resources, education and connections MGMA has provided, crediting the organization as a driving force behind his career success.
- Navigating the MGMA-ACMPE Merger: As MGMA Chair during the merger, Steve shares the challenges and triumphs of the process, underscoring the importance of communication and relationship-building.
- Engaging with the MGMA Audience: Steve reflects on his dynamic workshop sessions, highlighting his approach to connecting with the audience and providing practical, problem-solving insights.
- Leveraging Education and Experience: Steve discusses how his formal education, including a Juris Doctor and a Master's in Educational Psychology, have shaped his critical thinking and communication skills, which he applies in his healthcare roles.
- Championing Diversity and Inclusion: Steve's involvement in the Diversity Leadership Council and Practice University demonstrates his commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for healthcare professionals.
- Advice for MGMA Members: Steve encourages members to actively participate, raise their hand, and be willing to put in the work, emphasizing the importance of building relationships and maintaining a positive reputation.
- Reflecting on Career Highlights: Steve shares that his proudest moments have been witnessing the growth and achievements of the individuals he has mentored, underscoring the profound impact of personal connections and relationships.
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- Follow us on Twitter: @MGMA
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