When you think about your leadership day, what best describes it?
A.
Like I’m moving from one urgent issue to the next — staffing call-outs, patient flow delays, coverage gaps, a dozen fires at once.
B.
It’s steady, but I’m craving fresh energy — new workflows, creative projects, or a way to bring life back into the daily routine.
C.
I’m highly motivated to grow, but I keep hitting the same wall — some of my approaches work, others stall, and I’m not sure why. It feels like pushing through fog when what I really need is to see the pattern.
D.
It’s strong and productive — I’m focused on the next big opportunity, like doing something new, piloting new programs, or joining system-level committees.
2.
What thought most often keeps you up at night?
A.
“I want to feel inspired again — like my ideas and creativity are truly moving care forward.”
B.
“Why do some areas flow while others flatline — even when I’m giving it everything? I know I’m close to a breakthrough, but I can’t quite see what the blocker actually is.”
C.
“I can’t drop the ball on deadlines, reports, projects, etc. — my leadership is at stake.”
D.
“How do I show others I’m ready for broader responsibility — maybe overseeing multiple sites or leading strategic initiatives?”
3.
How do you usually feel at the end of the day?
A.
Capable but confused — like I led strong in some moments, but in others I bumped into invisible walls I don’t yet understand. I want to grow from it, but first I need clarity before action.
B.
Drained but determined — like I kept the clinic afloat through sheer persistence, even when the day threw curveballs.
C.
Energized — reviewing today’s wins and already mapping the next improvement to present at the meeting or opportunity.
D.
Competent but restless — another good day, but I miss the creative spark that used to make me excited about leading.
4.
What excites you most about leadership?
A.
Seeing our performance move the needle — improving outcomes, elevating visibility, and being recognized for system-level impact.
B.
Cracking complex challenges with insight — not just solving them, but finally understanding why certain approaches fail so I can lead in a way that works everywhere, not just sometimes.
C.
Trying new ideas that re-energize my team and me — piloting a creative scheduling model, redesigning the huddle flow, or testing new patient access approaches.
D.
Bringing calm and clarity to a chaotic day — juggling schedules, resolving patient issues, and helping the team exhale.
5.
What’s your biggest leadership challenge right now?
A.
Feeling uninspired — Things are going okay, but everything feels a little too routine.
B.
Overwhelm — too many competing demands and not enough time to think strategically.
C.
Stepping into visibility — feeling ready and taking action to get to the next level opportunity.
D.
Trying so hard to drive positive change, but not yet seeing why it stalls in certain spaces. It’s not burnout, it’s not lack of ideas — I just need help seeing my impact clearly so I can get unstuck.
6.
If your leadership life had a metaphor, which one feels most true?
A.
A tree trying to break through concrete — I’m strong, flexible, and growing… I just can’t yet see the structure of the barrier I’m pushing against.
B.
A rocket on the launchpad — systems in place, team aligned, ready for lift-off.
C.
A match that hasn’t struck — the spark is there, but the moment hasn’t happened.
D.
An emergency room triage — fast-paced, nonstop, and high-stakes, but deeply meaningful.
7.
What do you secretly wish leadership could feel like?
A.
Energizing, creative, and purpose-driven — like the early days when new ideas made me come alive.
B.
Bold, visible, and career-defining — where my influence clearly moves the organization forward.
C.
Calm, organized, and sustainable — with room to think instead of constantly firefighting.
D.
Like the fog lifted and the path finally clicked. I want that moment where I can say, ‘Ohhh — that’s what was blocking it.’ And move forward with confidence and momentum.
