By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, FAAN “We spend a lot of time teaching our leaders what to do. We don’t spend enough time teaching them what to stop.” Peter Drucker The above quote from Peter Drucker, the father of modern management practice, is interesting one and includes an idea that rarely receives attention in leadership development. Knowing what leadership … [Read more...]
Nursing Leadership and the Power of Framing
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, FAAN "Leaders manage meaning when others are unable." Gail T. Fairhurst Last week, I had the opportunity to spend time with a very seasoned nurse manager. I asked her about the most challenging part of her job in today's health care environment. Without hesitation, she answered that it was helping her staff to cope with and remain … [Read more...]