Beyond Leadership: a Cleveland Clinic Podcast

Cleveland Clinic Global Executive Education

Hosts Jim Pae and Elizabeth Pugel escort you through a network of thought leaders, sharing world-class insight on leadership and cutting-edge hospital management approaches. They will inspire and perhaps compel you to reinvent your practices – and yourself. Developed and managed by Cleveland Clinic Global Executive Education.

  1. 20h ago

    Rethinking Lean: Delivering Value with Purpose

    In the episode, Dr. Lisa Yerian, Dr. James Gutierrez, and Dr. Jeffrey Chapman explore how Lean goes beyond cost-cutting to become a purpose-driven approach that empowers caregivers, improves processes, reduces burnout, and enhances patient outcomes. Through real examples—from redesigning workflows to improving access, teamwork, and caregiver wellbeing—the conversation highlights how Lean creates sustainable value and transforms the culture of care.

    39 min
  2. The Adaptable Leader: How Flexibility Strengthens Team Engagement

    May 28

    The Adaptable Leader: How Flexibility Strengthens Team Engagement

    This episode explores how Cleveland Clinic leaders are redefining engagement, resilience, and purpose in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. Through real world stories listeners gain insight into the strength, empathy, and dedication that caregivers [employees] bring to their work across the enterprise.

    26 min
  3. Leadership Lessons as an Associate Chief of Staff

    Apr 30

    Leadership Lessons as an Associate Chief of Staff

    This episode will share practical insights on leading with empathy, making decisions amid uncertainty, developing others, and translating organizational values into everyday action. The conversation offers thoughtful reflections and small, meaningful leadership practices that help create a culture of excellence, trust, and shared purpose.

    27 min

  4. Mar 26

    Igniting Change: Driving Innovation in Healthcare

    This episode will focus on the essential strategies for building a culture of innovation in healthcare. The panel discusses the frameworks needed to transition frontline ideas into system-wide solutions, illustrating how a mission-driven approach ensures long-term institutional growth.

    34 min

  5. Feb 26

    The Integrated Leader: Balancing Finance and Operations in Uncertain Environments

    This episode will focus on Balancing Finance and Operations in Uncertain Environments. Our panel will evaluate specific frameworks for managing expenses and scaling innovation while maintaining a steadfast commitment to patient-centered care. By quantifying the impact of adaptability and collaborative leadership, we provide actionable insights necessary to measure and drive growth in today’s volatile healthcare landscape.

    39 min
  6. Building Engagement and Trust through Leadership

    Jan 29

    Building Engagement and Trust through Leadership

    This episode will focus on Building Engagement and Trust through Leadership, features Dr. Serpil Erzurum, and Dr. Brian Harte. Together, they discuss how leaders can foster psychological safety, build resilient teams, and create environments where employees thrive. Listeners will gain actionable insights to strengthen their leadership and support teams in delivering exceptional care.

    31 min
  7. Listening is the Key

    12/20/2023

    Listening is the Key

    Raed Dweik, MD, MBA, Chief of the Integrated Hospital Care Institute at Cleveland Clinic, joins host Brian Bolwell, MD to discuss his path to leadership, conflict management, and the benefits of active listening.

    37 min
  8. Bring back the Humanity

    11/17/2023

    Bring back the Humanity

    Margaret McKenzie, MD, MS, FACOG, Vice President of Cleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital and Marymount Hospital, joins host, Brian Bolwell, MD to discuss her journey to leadership, the importance of introspection, and how to bring a greater respect for humanity into the work of a leader.

    33 min
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Hosts Jim Pae and Elizabeth Pugel escort you through a network of thought leaders, sharing world-class insight on leadership and cutting-edge hospital management approaches. They will inspire and perhaps compel you to reinvent your practices – and yourself. Developed and managed by Cleveland Clinic Global Executive Education.

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