Leaders leading leaders: 7 essentials for healthcare execs to future-proof talent

Leaders leading leaders: 7 essentials for healthcare execs to future-proof talent 
Becker's Hospital Review; by Wendy Horton; 7/8/25 
... The best leaders develop other leaders. ... Future-proofing leadership requires a deliberate approach to change management — and strategic prioritization. Healthcare leaders can’t wait to react; they must create the roadmap, set the tone, establish the pace and prepare for what’s coming. Throughout my leadership journey at UVA Health University Medical Center, as well as at organizations like The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and UW Health, I’ve observed consistent themes in what it takes to lead effectively in the present while also preparing strategically for the future.

1. Drive change before change happens to you ...
2. Develop leaders at every level ...
3. Keep patients front and center ...
4. Be courageous and do the hard things ...
5. Set the tone, know your culture ...
6. Pacing and prioritization: the right next things ...
7. Be bold. Prepare for tomorrow, today ...