By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, FAAN "If you think people are negative, then you better check your attitude." John Maxwell A nursing leader recently told me that she was losing enthusiasm for her job and becoming very cranky with her staff. "This is just not me and I am not being the best leader that I can be." I think many of us can relate to the feelings that she … [Read more...]
5 Strategies for Managing Yourself
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, FAAN "Mastering others is strength. Mastering yourself is true power" Lao Tzu A young nurse recently came to see me who wanted leadership mentoring. I asked her to tell me about herself. I was struck by how honest she was about her own strengths and weaknesses. She observed that she had a lot of growing to do before she took her first … [Read more...]