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S02 E15 Authentic Leadership in Healthcare | Christina Bowen and Julie Oehlert

What does great healthcare leadership look like? In this episode of Wondermous, Merikay Hunt speaks with Christina Bowen and Julie Oehlert of ECU Health about healthcare leadership, team wellbeing, patient experience, psychological safety, mentorship, and building a culture where people feel valued and supported. Christina Bowen, Chief Wellbeing Officer, and Julie Oehlert, Chief Experience Officer, share their experiences leading positive change in healthcare and explain why taking care of healthcare teams is so important to delivering exceptional patient care. In this inspiring conversation, they explore: • The connection between team wellbeing and patient experience• Building psychologically safe healthcare environments• The importance of authentic leadership• Mentorship and developing future leaders• Creating stronger, healthier teams• Leading with kindness, compassion, and purpose• Staying true to your values as a leader• Empowering people to grow and succeed• Creating meaningful workplace culture in healthcare Merikay, Christina, and Julie also discuss the challenges of leadership, the importance of delegation, finding your authentic leadership style, and the lessons they would share with their younger selves. Connect with our guests on LinkedIn: Christina Bowenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-bowen-590382152/ Julie Oehlerthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-kennedyoehlert-b2819830/ If you're interested in healthcare leadership, employee wellbeing, patient experience, workplace culture, or personal leadership development, this conversation offers valuable insights and inspiration. Watch the full episode of Wondermous and discover how putting people first can create positive, purposeful change in healthcare. Subscribe to Wondermous for more conversations with inspiring leaders and changemakers. #Wondermous #HealthcareLeadership #HealthcareWellbeing #PatientExperience #PsychologicalSafety #AuthenticLeadership #HealthcareLeaders #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #Mentorship If this conversation resonated with you, give it a like, leave a comment below, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey. To learn how Merikay Hunt helps individuals and organizations breakthrough to the next level performance and unlock true leadership potential, please visit https://www.coachmkay.com/ To discover Merikay's leadership journey, order your copy of My Year on the Inside, Creating Catalysts for Change: https://www.coachmkay.com/store/ We hope you enjoyed this episode of Wondermous! – Merikay and the Wondermous podcast team Connect with Merikay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merikay-hunt-s-coach-mkay-company-773b575/Visit the CoachMKay website here: https://www.coachmkay.com/ Listen to Wondermous on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ODZVx09pxS97tqzn0ynWx Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wondermous-a-healthcare-leadership-journey/id1829913569 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbdbb496-2f8a-4d09-9d98-1c046d4420aa #healthcareleadership #leadershipjourney #healthcarepodcast #executivestorytelling #medicinemeetsleadership #coachmkay #wondermous #healthcaregrowth #purposefulleadership #leadinginmedicine Wondermous is the go-to podcast for healthcare professionals, medical executives, and conscious leaders navigating change. Hosted by Merikay Hunt, this weekly show highlights inspiring leadership journeys in healthcare, medicine, and business. Each episode features real conversations with hospital executives, physicians, innovators, nurse leaders, and entrepreneurs shaping the future of care.Topics include healthcare leadership, team culture, medical innovation, executive decision-making, personal development, burnout prevention, emotional intelligence, and strategic growth in the healthcare space.Whether you're a health system leader, a physician executive, or a rising healthcare professional, you'll discover actionable insights, relatable stories, and proven leadership strategies to help you grow.Subscribe now to stay updated on new weekly episodes that explore the human side of leadership in healthcare.

Sep 23

S02 E14 The Real Cost of Employee Healthcare | Dan Cosgrove

What if employers could reduce healthcare costs while giving employees better access to care? In this episode of Wondermous, host Merikay Hunt sits down with Dan Cosgrove, CEO of Better Benefits USA, to explore how businesses can rethink employee healthcare benefits, reduce unnecessary costs, and focus more on preventative care. Dan shares his journey from Procter & Gamble and Berkshire Hathaway to Nike and healthcare entrepreneurship, and explains what led him to challenge the traditional healthcare model. In this conversation, we explore: • Why healthcare costs continue to create challenges for employers and employees• How Better Benefits USA approaches employee healthcare differently• Strategies businesses can use to potentially reduce healthcare benefit costs• Health sharing and alternative healthcare models• How preventative care can help address health issues before they become more serious• Healthcare benefits for small businesses and their employees• The connection between employee benefits, retention, and workplace wellness• Why Dan believes healthcare incentives need to be better aligned• His vision for closing the gap between care, cost, and coverage• Lessons Dan learned throughout his career, including experiences at major global companies Dan also opens up about a defining experience early in his career and shares the advice he would give his younger self: “Don’t quit.” If you're a business owner, HR leader, healthcare professional, benefits manager, or anyone interested in the future of healthcare, this conversation offers a thought-provoking look at how healthcare benefits could evolve. Guest: Dan CosgroveOrganization: Better Benefits USAHost: Merikay HuntShow: Wondermous Learn more about Better Benefits USA at betterbenefitsusa.org. Like, subscribe, and share for more conversations with healthcare leaders and changemakers. Connect with Dan Cosgrove LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myhealthandwealth/ Connect with Merikay Hunt LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merikay-hunt-s-coach-mkay-company-773b575/Website: https://www.coachmkay.com/ To learn how Merikay Hunt helps individuals and organizations breakthrough to the next level performance and unlock true leadership potential, please visit https://www.coachmkay.com/ To discover Merikay's leadership journey, order your copy of My Year on the Inside, Creating Catalysts for Change: https://www.coachmkay.com/store/ Listen to Wondermous Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ODZVx09pxS97tqzn0ynWxApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wondermous-a-healthcare-leadership-journey/id1829913569Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbdbb496-2f8a-4d09-9d98-1c046d4420aa About Wondermous Wondermous is the go-to podcast for healthcare professionals, medical executives, and conscious leaders navigating change. Hosted by Merikay Hunt, this weekly show highlights inspiring leadership journeys in healthcare, medicine, and business. Each episode features real conversations with hospital executives, physicians, innovators, nurse leaders, and entrepreneurs shaping the future of care. Topics include healthcare leadership, team culture, medical innovation, executive decision-making, personal development, burnout prevention, emotional intelligence, and strategic growth in the healthcare space. Whether you're a health system leader, a physician executive, or a rising healthcare professional, you'll discover actionable insights, relatable stories, and proven leadership strategies to help you grow. Subscribe now to stay updated on new weekly episodes that explore the human side of leadership in healthcare. Hashtags #Healthcare #HealthcareLeadership #EmployeeBenefits #HealthInsurance #HealthcareCosts #PreventativeCare #SmallBusiness #HR #EmployeeWellness #HealthcareInnovation #HealthcareReform #BetterBenefitsUSA #Wondermous #LeadershipJourney #HealthcarePodcast #ExecutiveStorytelling #MedicineMeetsLeadership #CoachMKay #HealthcareGrowth #PurposefulLeadership #LeadingInMedicine

Sep 16

S02 E13 Treating a Broken Healthcare System | Neil Farber, M.D.

What happens when physicians lose the time and ability to truly connect with their patients? In this insightful conversation, Merikay Hunt sits down with Dr. Neil J. Farber, retired physician, medical researcher, and author of Treating a Broken System: A Physician’s Cure for the Healthcare Crisis, to explore some of the biggest challenges facing healthcare today. After 40 years in academic medicine, Dr. Farber shares his perspective on physician burnout, patient-physician communication, healthcare leadership, the patient experience, and the systemic issues impacting doctors and patients. Dr. Farber explains why effective communication is at the heart of quality healthcare and how physicians and healthcare administrators can work together to address the problems contributing to burnout. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why physician burnout is often a systemic problem rather than simply an individual one• How better patient-physician communication can transform the healthcare experience• Why doctors and healthcare administrators need to work together to create meaningful change• The importance of making patients feel heard, understood, and cared for• How the SPIKES protocol can help physicians communicate difficult medical news• What inspired Dr. Farber to write Treating a Broken System• His vision for bringing better communication skills into medical education• Lessons from his decades of experience in medicine, research, and teaching Dr. Farber’s message is ultimately about bringing the human side of medicine back to healthcare and creating a system where physicians can thrive while patients receive the care and communication they deserve. Book: Treating a Broken System: A Physician’s Cure for the Healthcare CrisisGuest: Dr. Neil J. Farber, MDHost: Merikay Hunt If this conversation resonated with you, like, comment, and subscribe to Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey. Share this episode with someone who cares about the future of healthcare. About Wondermous: Wondermous is a healthcare leadership podcast hosted by Merikay Hunt for healthcare professionals, medical executives, and conscious leaders navigating change. Each episode features real conversations with hospital executives, physicians, innovators, nurse leaders, entrepreneurs, and other professionals shaping the future of healthcare. Topics include healthcare leadership, team culture, medical innovation, executive decision-making, personal development, burnout prevention, emotional intelligence, strategic growth, and the human side of leadership in healthcare. Whether you're a health system leader, physician executive, or rising healthcare professional, Wondermous offers actionable insights, relatable stories, and leadership strategies to help you grow and navigate change. Connect with Merikay Hunt on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/merikay-hunt-s-coach-mkay-company-773b575/ Visit CoachMKay:https://www.coachmkay.com/ Learn more about Merikay’s leadership journey and order My Year on the Inside, Creating Catalysts for Change:https://www.coachmkay.com/store/ Listen to Wondermous: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ODZVx09pxS97tqzn0ynWxApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wondermous-a-healthcare-leadership-journey/id1829913569Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbdbb496-2f8a-4d09-9d98-1c046d4420aa #Healthcare #PhysicianBurnout #HealthcareCrisis #PatientCare #HealthcareLeadership #MedicalCommunication #PhysicianWellness #PatientPhysicianCommunication #NeilFarber #TreatingABrokenSystem #HealthcarePodcast #LeadershipJourney #ExecutiveStorytelling #MedicineMeetsLeadership #CoachMKay #Wondermous #HealthcareGrowth #PurposefulLeadership #LeadingInMedicine

Sep 2

S02 E12 The $500K Mistake Doctors Make | Colin Carr

What happens when healthcare providers enter a commercial real estate negotiation without the right representation? In this episode of Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey, Merikay Hunt sits down with Colin Carr, founder and CEO of CARR, a commercial real estate firm specializing exclusively in representing healthcare providers across all 50 states. Colin shares the story behind building a healthcare-focused real estate company after seeing doctors lose hundreds of thousands of dollars in commercial lease negotiations. He explains why healthcare providers can be at a disadvantage when negotiating commercial real estate and why having the right representation can make a significant difference. In this episode, Colin discusses: • Why doctors and healthcare providers can lose hundreds of thousands of dollars through unfavorable lease terms• The importance of tenant and buyer representation in healthcare real estate• How Colin turned an idea rejected by his former company into a nationwide business• Building a healthcare commercial real estate company serving all 50 states• The importance of training and professional development in building a high-performing team• Leadership lessons from more than 25 years in commercial real estate• Creating a workplace culture that supports work-life balance and helps prevent burnout• The importance of continually learning, developing new skills, and improving• Colin's approach to hiring, leadership, and team development• How technology and AI could shape the future of healthcare real estate Colin also shares valuable advice for healthcare leaders, entrepreneurs, and business owners about working hard, learning from mistakes, developing new skills, and continually looking for ways to improve. Whether you're a physician, dentist, veterinarian, healthcare executive, medical practice owner, entrepreneur, or healthcare leader, this conversation offers valuable insights into healthcare leadership, commercial real estate, negotiation, business growth, team development, and work-life balance. If this conversation resonated with you, give it a like, leave a comment, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey. About Wondermous: Wondermous is a healthcare leadership podcast for healthcare professionals, medical executives, physicians, nurse leaders, entrepreneurs, and conscious leaders navigating change. Hosted by Merikay Hunt, the podcast highlights inspiring leadership journeys across healthcare, medicine, and business. Each episode features real conversations with healthcare executives, physicians, innovators, nurse leaders, and entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of care. Topics include healthcare leadership, team culture, medical innovation, executive decision-making, personal development, burnout prevention, emotional intelligence, and strategic growth in healthcare. Whether you're a health system leader, physician executive, medical practice leader, or rising healthcare professional, Wondermous offers actionable insights, relatable stories, and leadership strategies to help you learn, grow, and lead. Connect with Merikay Hunt: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/merikay-hunt-s-coach-mkay-company-773b575/ Coach MK Companies:https://www.coachmkay.com/ To learn more about how Merikay Hunt helps individuals and organizations break through to the next level of performance and unlock their leadership potential, visit:https://www.coachmkay.com/ Discover Merikay's leadership journey and order your copy of My Year on the Inside, Creating Catalysts for Change:https://www.coachmkay.com/store/ Listen to Wondermous on these podcast platforms: Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0ODZVx09pxS97tqzn0ynWx Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wondermous-a-healthcare-leadership-journey/id1829913569 Amazon Podcasts:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbdbb496-2f8a-4d09-9d98-1c046d4420aa Subscribe to Wondermous for new weekly episodes exploring the human side of leadership in healthcare. #HealthcareLeadership #LeadershipJourney #HealthcarePodcast #ExecutiveStorytelling #MedicineMeetsLeadership #CoachMKAY #Wondermous #HealthcareGrowth #PurposefulLeadership #LeadingInMedicine #HealthcareManagement #LeadershipDevelopment #ServantLeadership #HealthcareAdministration #CultureTransformation #HealthcareLeaders #ProfessionalDevelopment #CareerGrowth

Aug 26

S02 E11 Leadership Lessons Every Healthcare Professional Needs | Mario Singleton

In this episode of Wondermous, Merikay Hunt sits down with Mario Singleton, Practice Administrator for Anesthesiology Consultants of North Carolina (ACNC), for an inspiring conversation about healthcare leadership, culture transformation, servant leadership, and professional growth. Mario shares his remarkable journey from starting in healthcare as a hospital transporter in 2002 to becoming a healthcare practice leader. His story is a powerful reminder that leadership is built through service, continuous learning, humility, and the willingness to grow. In this conversation, Mario discusses: • His journey from transportation into healthcare leadership• How a servant’s heart shaped his leadership philosophy• Why culture transformation in healthcare can take years• The importance of leadership accountability and leading from the top• His experience as a Breakthrough Master and participant in leadership development programs• How Cone Health transformed its leadership culture• Overcoming intimidation and finding confidence as one of the few minorities in the room• The mentors who helped shape his leadership journey• Leading change and improving operating room efficiency and patient care• Why healthcare leaders must adapt to different generations• The importance of lifelong learning, authenticity, humility, and grace• His advice to his younger self: “Allow yourself some grace.” Mario’s leadership philosophy is simple but powerful: serve others, stay humble, keep learning, and never stop growing. Whether you’re a healthcare administrator, physician leader, nurse leader, medical practice manager, aspiring healthcare executive, or professional looking to strengthen your leadership skills, this episode offers valuable insights and practical lessons you can apply to your own career. Connect with Mario Singleton:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mario-singleton-mba-mha-8039b017/ If this conversation resonated with you, give it a like, leave a comment, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey. About Wondermous: Wondermous is a healthcare leadership podcast for healthcare professionals, medical executives, physicians, nurse leaders, entrepreneurs, and conscious leaders navigating change. Hosted by Merikay Hunt, the podcast highlights inspiring leadership journeys across healthcare, medicine, and business. Each episode features real conversations with healthcare executives, physicians, innovators, nurse leaders, and entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of care. Topics include healthcare leadership, team culture, medical innovation, executive decision-making, personal development, burnout prevention, emotional intelligence, and strategic growth in healthcare. Whether you’re a health system leader, physician executive, medical practice leader, or rising healthcare professional, Wondermous offers actionable insights, relatable stories, and leadership strategies to help you learn, grow, and lead. Connect with Merikay Hunt: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merikay-hunt-s-coach-mkay-company-773b575/ Coach MK Companies:https://www.coachmkay.com/ To learn how Merikay Hunt helps individuals and organizations breakthrough to the next level of performance and unlock their leadership potential, visit:https://www.coachmkay.com/ Discover Merikay’s leadership journey and order your copy of My Year on the Inside, Creating Catalysts for Change:https://www.coachmkay.com/store/ Listen to Wondermous on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ODZVx09pxS97tqzn0ynWx Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wondermous-a-healthcare-leadership-journey/id1829913569 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbdbb496-2f8a-4d09-9d98-1c046d4420aa Subscribe to Wondermous for new weekly episodes exploring the human side of leadership in healthcare. #HealthcareLeadership #LeadershipJourney #HealthcarePodcast #ExecutiveStorytelling #MedicineMeetsLeadership #CoachMKAY #Wondermous #HealthcareGrowth #PurposefulLeadership #LeadingInMedicine #HealthcareManagement #LeadershipDevelopment #ServantLeadership #HealthcareAdministration #CultureTransformation #HealthcareLeaders #ProfessionalDevelopment #CareerGrowth

Aug 19

S02 E10 Why Trust Is the Key to Change in Healthcare | Michael O’Connell

In this episode of Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey, Merikay Hunt sits down with Michael O’Connell, an experienced healthcare executive, consultant, mentor, and leadership coach, for an insightful conversation about healthcare leadership, trust, patient experience, and building high-performing teams. With a career spanning Trinity Health, Beacon Health, Cleveland Clinic, and Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health Medical Group, Michael shares lessons from leading physician practices, healthcare organizations, and operational transformations. At the heart of his leadership philosophy is one powerful principle: “Change occurs at the pace of trust.” Michael explains why trust, respect, communication, collaboration, and physician partnership are essential to creating meaningful change in healthcare. He also explores servant leadership, employee engagement, patient-centered care, and why everyone can be a leader regardless of their job title. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why trust is essential for successful change• How to build stronger relationships with physicians and healthcare teams• Why patient experience matters alongside clinical outcomes• The power of servant leadership• How volunteering for challenging assignments can accelerate your career• Why developing people is just as important as developing systems• How to build high-performing teams and cultures of safety, engagement, and accountability• Why healthcare professionals should never say they are “just” a receptionist, nurse, manager, or supervisor• How embracing complexity can shape your leadership journey• Michael’s advice for healthcare leaders and his younger self Michael also shares insights from his work in healthcare consulting, career transition coaching, nonprofit leadership, mentorship, and his involvement with the Medical Group Management Association and American College of Healthcare Executives. Whether you're a healthcare executive, physician, nurse, medical practice manager, healthcare administrator, emerging leader, or someone passionate about improving patient experience, this episode offers practical leadership lessons you can apply immediately. Watch the full episode to discover how trust, servant leadership, and strong teams can transform healthcare. Connect with Michael O’Connell:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-a-o-connell-mha-fache-facmpe-3345ba13/ Learn more about Merikay Hunt:https://www.coachmkay.com/ Order Merikay’s book, My Year on the Inside, Creating Catalysts for Change:https://www.coachmkay.com/store/ Connect with Merikay on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/merikay-hunt-s-coach-mkay-company-773b575/ Listen to Wondermous: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ODZVx09pxS97tqzn0ynWx Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wondermous-a-healthcare-leadership-journey/id1829913569 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbdbb496-2f8a-4d09-9d98-1c046d4420aa Wondermous is a podcast for healthcare professionals, medical executives, and conscious leaders navigating change. Hosted by Merikay Hunt, the show explores healthcare leadership, team culture, innovation, professional development, emotional intelligence, and meaningful growth through conversations with healthcare leaders, physicians, nurse leaders, executives, and innovators. Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more conversations about healthcare leadership and creating meaningful change. #HealthcareLeadership #HealthcareManagement #PatientExperience #ServantLeadership #HealthcareExecutive #LeadershipDevelopment #HealthcareLeaders #PhysicianLeadership #EmployeeEngagement #HealthcarePodcast #LeadershipJourney #CoachMKay #Wondermous #PurposefulLeadership

Aug 12

S02 E10 The Power of Peer Connections | Julie Simpson

The episode combines a relatable professional transformation story with emotional themes like confidence, peer support, and work-life integration topics that resonate strongly with healthcare leaders. In this episode of Wondermous, healthcare leadership expert Merikay Hunt hosts Julie Simpson to discuss her inspiring journey from oral surgery practice manager to a seasoned healthcare business consultant. She combines a relatable professional transformation story with emotional themes like confidence, peer support, and work-life integration—topics that resonate strongly with healthcare leaders. This conversation highlights the importance of leadership development, professional growth, and work-life balance in healthcare administration. Key Topics Julie Simpson's initial motivation for entering healthcare administration and her background in business operations.The impact of joining professional organizations like NSCHBC and SOMSA on her career development.The significance of mentorship, peer support, and peer organizations for healthcare administrators.The value of certification and continuous education in healthcare consulting.How risk-taking and stepping outside of comfort zones can lead to career growth, as seen in Julie’s transition from practice management to consulting.The strategic merger between Markham Norton and Creative Planning, and the benefits of offering comprehensive, one-stop services to clients.The role of leadership programs and mastermind groups in fostering professional development and personal growth.Managing work-life balance and health issues through intentional tools and coaching.Advice for younger professionals: confidence, self-awareness, and giving oneself grace. #HealthcareLeadership#WomenInLeadership#HealthcareConsulting#WorkLifeBalance#ProfessionalGrowth#LeadershipDevelopment#CareerGrowth#WomenWhoLead Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to the episode and featured guest, Julie Simpson00:23 - Julie shares her first encounter with Mary Kay and her professional background01:19 - The influence of professional organizations like SOMPSA and NSCHBC on her career02:54 - Transition from practice management to healthcare consulting and the importance of certification05:37 - How Julie entered oral surgery administration and her diverse business experience07:33 - Her journey from staff member to CFO in a dental practice08:36 - The strategic merger with creative planning and expanding client services10:37 - The growth and community benefits of professional memberships and peer groups12:50 - Developing leadership skills through mastermind groups and professional development series16:13 - The impact of coaching tools on achieving work-life balance and managing health18:00 - The importance of self-care and taking risks for career advancement19:38 - Advice for younger Julie and empowering confidence in oneself21:28 - How listeners can connect with Julie Simpson for mentorship and consulting22:28 - Closing remarks and upcoming leadership training programs Additional notes: This episode underscores the vital role of continuous education, networking, and intentional work-life management in healthcare leadership. Julie Simpson’s story demonstrates how embracing change, building community, and prioritizing personal well-being can lead to meaningful professional fulfillment. Perfect for healthcare administrators and professionals looking to elevate their leadership game and find balance along the way. Connect with Julie here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-simpson-cp/ About the Host Merikay Hunt, M.S., is the founder of Coach MKay Companies, LLC, where she helps create catalysts for change and empowers leaders to live purposeful, positive lives that transform leadership and team performance. Website: Coach MKay Companies Email: merikay@coachmkay.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merikay-hunt-m-s-773b575/ Discover Merikay's leadership journey by ordering her book: My Year on the Inside: Creating Catalysts for Change Order Merikay's book If you found this conversation valuable, subscribe, follow, and share this episode with someone who leads a healthcare practice or is working through staffing, leadership, or operational challenges. Listen to Wondermous on your favorite podcast platform: Spotify:Spotify Apple Podcasts:Apple Podcasts Amazon Music:Amazon Music Learn more about how Merikay helps individuals and organizations unlock their leadership potential: Coach MKay Companies Thank you for watching, and we hope you enjoyed this episode of Wondermous. #Wondermous#MerikayHunt#HealthcareLeadership#LeadershipDevelopment#HealthcarePodcast#ProfessionalGrowth#PersonalDevelopment#ExecutiveLeadership#HealthcareConsulting#WorkLifeBalance#WomenInLeadership#CareerGrowth#LeadershipJourney#Coaching#HealthcareInnovation#TeamCulture#EmotionalIntelligence#Resilience

Aug 5

S02 E09 Helping Leaders Make the Invisible Visible | Mathew Norton

Discover the Hidden Patterns That Shape Your Life & Leadership | Matthew Norton | Wondermous Podcast What if the biggest challenges in your life and business aren't the real problem? In this episode of Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey, host Merikay Hunt sits down with Matthew Norton, founder of People Plus Purpose and creator of StrengthPrint, for a powerful conversation about leadership, resilience, purpose, healing, and the invisible patterns that shape our lives. Matthew shares his remarkable journey from chiropractic care to leadership consulting, revealing how personal loss transformed his life's mission. Together, Merikay and Matthew explore how understanding ourselves more deeply can help us become better leaders, build stronger teams, and create lasting impact. In this episode, you'll learn:• How personal tragedy shaped Matthew's purpose and leadership philosophy• Why leaders often solve symptoms instead of root causes• How invisible behavioral patterns influence success and relationships• The connection between emotional well-being and physical health• Why self-awareness is essential for effective leadership• How StrengthPrint helps individuals and organizations unlock their full potential• Practical leadership lessons on resilience, legacy, and serving others Connect with Matthew Norton Website: https://strengthprint.comPeople Plus Purpose: https://peoplepluspurpose.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-matthew-norton-bb901a7/ Matthew also discusses his book, Where Does It Hurt?, inspired by his 25 years as a chiropractor and his passion for understanding the connection between body, mind, and spirit. About the Host Merikay Hunt, M.S., is the founder of Coach MKay Companies, LLC, where she helps create catalysts for change and empowers leaders to live purposeful, positive lives that transform leadership and team performance. Website: https://www.coachmkay.comEmail: [merikay@coachmkay.com](mailto:merikay@coachmkay.com)LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merikay-hunt-m-s-773b575/ Discover Merikay's leadership journey by ordering her book:My Year on the Inside: Creating Catalysts for Changehttps://www.coachmkay.com/store/ If you found this conversation valuable, subscribe, follow, and share this episode with someone who leads a healthcare practice or is working through staffing, leadership, or operational challenges. If this conversation resonated with you, please like this video, leave a comment below, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey. Learn more about how Merikay helps individuals and organizations unlock their leadership potential:https://www.coachmkay.com Listen to Wondermous on your favorite podcast platform: Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0ODZVx0... Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Amazon Music:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbd... Thank you for watching, and we hope you enjoyed this episode of Wondermous. #Wondermous #MatthewNorton #MerikayHunt #StrengthPrint #HealthcareLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveLeadership #PersonalDevelopment #HealthcarePodcast #BusinessLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #Resilience #PurposeDrivenLeadership #LeadershipJourney #Coaching #HealthcareInnovation #TeamCulture #ProfessionalGrowth Wondermous is the go-to podcast for healthcare professionals, medical executives, and purpose-driven leaders navigating change. Hosted by Merikay Hunt, each episode features inspiring conversations with healthcare executives, physicians, entrepreneurs, and innovators who are shaping the future of leadership in healthcare and beyond. Subscribe for weekly episodes covering healthcare leadership, executive decision-making, team culture, emotional intelligence, personal growth, innovation, burnout prevention, and strategies for building stronger organizations and more effective leaders.

Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey

S02 E15 Authentic Leadership in Healthcare | Christina Bowen and Julie Oehlert

S02 E14 The Real Cost of Employee Healthcare | Dan Cosgrove

S02 E13 Treating a Broken Healthcare System | Neil Farber, M.D.

S02 E12 The $500K Mistake Doctors Make | Colin Carr

S02 E11 Leadership Lessons Every Healthcare Professional Needs | Mario Singleton

S02 E10 Why Trust Is the Key to Change in Healthcare | Michael O’Connell

S02 E10 The Power of Peer Connections | Julie Simpson

S02 E09 Helping Leaders Make the Invisible Visible | Mathew Norton

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Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey

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S02 E15 Authentic Leadership in Healthcare | Christina Bowen and Julie Oehlert

S02 E14 The Real Cost of Employee Healthcare | Dan Cosgrove

S02 E13 Treating a Broken Healthcare System | Neil Farber, M.D.

S02 E12 The $500K Mistake Doctors Make | Colin Carr

S02 E11 Leadership Lessons Every Healthcare Professional Needs | Mario Singleton

S02 E10 Why Trust Is the Key to Change in Healthcare | Michael O’Connell

S02 E10 The Power of Peer Connections | Julie Simpson

S02 E09 Helping Leaders Make the Invisible Visible | Mathew Norton

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