Join us as we welcome Dennis Smith, author of “The Velvet Glove of Leadership in the 2020s: Leadership Principles That Don’t Change in a Changing World,” to discuss his healthcare career and book. Dennis has served as the National Director of Facility Management at Catholic Health Initiatives, now CommonSpirit Health, and has owned his own Construction Management firm. He also spent 24 years in the National Guard, including Command of an 8″ Self Propelled Artillery Battery.
In his book, Dennis shares his insights on effective leadership in a rapidly changing world, asserting that there are principles that remain relevant to leadership, even amidst the challenges of a post-pandemic world.
In Episode 2, Dennis covers a range of topics, including when it’s time to fire an employee, elements of effective leadership, hospital communication, and delegation. Watch the full episode here: