Well-Developed: Bridging the gap between well-being and professional development

Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Dept. of Anesthesiology
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It is difficult to learn and perform well when you are not at your best. The Well-developed Podcast is a space to validate, normalize, and explore the ways we bring our whole selves to work. Learn how to capitalize on your own unique strengths, preferences, and sense of self to improve and develop your well-being!

  1. 18 JUL

    20. Navigating Change

    Dr. Angela Clark, PhD, RN, president of the Goldfarb School of Nursing, joins us to discuss navigating change.  In this episode, we explore the “Change Curve” and how it helps us understand the emotional and behavioral responses people experience during periods of change. We’ll share strategies—both personal and organizational—for navigating transitions, and highlight the resources available at Goldfarb and WashU Medicine. We discuss why change is constant in healthcare and how building resilience is essential. We’ll also touch on how leaders can support teams—and themselves—through change with empathy, structure, and clarity.

    41 min

  2. 1 JUL

    19. Conflict

    This episode explores how to reframe conflict as an opportunity for growth rather than a threat. We discuss how remaining curious and open, teams can more effectively navigate disagreements and uncover underlying issues. We have a special focus on fast-forming teams often seen in healthcare and ways to develop rapid trust and communication.

    38 min

  3. 1 JUL

    18. Growth Mindset

    In this  episode, we unpack the difference between growth and fixed mindsets, highlighting how persistence and embracing challenges support long-term professional success. You will learn strategies to develop your own growth mindset and how to guide learners to reframe mistakes as opportunities for learning, resilience, and continuous improvement in any professional setting.

    32 min

  4. 1 JUL

    17. Trust

    This episode explores trust in the workplace and with patients—how it's built, how it's broken, and why it matters. We dive into the five domains of trust: credibility, reliability, integrity, sincerity, and engagement, and discuss how strengths in each area can enhance professional relationships, leadership, and personal growth.

    38 min

  5. 1 JUL

    16. Coaching

    Molly McCormick, MD, joins us to discuss all things coaching. We break down what coaching is, why it matters, and how it supports personal and professional growth. We explore different types of coaching, key tools coaches use, how coaching differs from mentorship and sponsorship, as well as how to grow and develop a coaching relationship.

    38 min

  6. 1 JUL

    15. Hobbies: The Science Behind Hobbies and Workplace Performance

    Stephen Gregory, MD, and Ben Fiori, RN, join us to discuss their hobbies and explore how hobbies like baking and mountain biking can fuel professional growth. We discuss how personal passions build transferable skills—like problem-solving, patience, and stress management—that enhance performance at work.

    38 min

  7. 19/09/2024

    14. Stress management

    Alicia Ott, a staff therapist at WashU, joins us to discuss stress management and coping. We discuss strategies for becoming more self-aware of your stress levels and ways to “name it and tame it!” We examine actionable strategies and skills like mindfulness, movement, EMDR, polyvagal theory, and cognitive behavior therapy techniques to find ways to start to thrive instead of survive.

    36 min

  8. 19/09/2024

    13. Emotional Labor

    Alicia Ott, a Staff Therapist at WashU, joins us to discuss emotional labor and indivisible load, specifically emphasizing women. Alicia shares some work-life balance strategies and actionable approaches to help you find more equitable balance in your relationships and professional life. We examine how emotional labor impacts mental health and burnout.

    48 min
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It is difficult to learn and perform well when you are not at your best. The Well-developed Podcast is a space to validate, normalize, and explore the ways we bring our whole selves to work. Learn how to capitalize on your own unique strengths, preferences, and sense of self to improve and develop your well-being!

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