Transforming Healthcare Coaching

In this episode, Lillian sits down with Dusty Holcomb, founder & CEO of the Arcqus Group, to explore why leadership is a learned behavior — and why it starts with leading yourself. They cover the critical difference between leadership and management, how healthcare professionals can find agency even early in their careers, and Dusty's five questions to connect purpose to performance: Why are we here? Where are we going? How do we get there? How do I fit in? What's in it for me? Dusty also shares his practical "rhythms of success" framework and his free My Rules of Engagement playbook + DISC assessment at myrulesofengagement.com.   Chapters and Time-Stamps 00:00 Leadership Is Learned 00:37 Meet The Guests 01:36 Scaling Leadership Impact 03:07 Lead Yourself First 07:04 Agency Without A Title 09:21 From Reactive To Proactive 12:23 Self Care Is Leadership 14:38 Five Questions For Clarity 16:45 Purpose Vision Plan Fit 24:27 Rhythms Of Success 31:42 Permission To Say No 34:07 Resources And Farewell   Key Takeaways Leadership is influence — not a title or position Self-leadership isn't selfish; it fuels authentic impact on others The 5 Questions every leader must answer for their team: Why are we here? Where are we going? How do we get there? How do I fit in? What's in it for me? Build Rhythms of Success — daily (5–7 min), weekly, quarterly, and annual check-ins Give yourself permission to say no to protect your highest-value work   Guest: Dusty Holcomb Founder & CEO, Arcqus Group — executive coaching & leadership consulting 26+ years senior executive experience across operations, marketing & multi-billion dollar organizations Website: arcqusgroup.com   Free Resource Mentioned 📘 My Rules of Engagement — a free leadership clarity playbook + DISC assessment 🔗 https://dustyholcomb.com/    References John Maxwell: "Leadership is influence — nothing more, nothing less." Saint Francis of Assisi on walking your talk Harvard study: Only 5% of employees can articulate their organization's strategy Gen Y/Z research: 76% would leave for purpose-aligned organizations   Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.    

What happens when a pediatrician gets tired of doctors feeling alone in medicine? He builds a community. In this episode, host Lillian Liang Emlet sits down with Dr. Zhen Chan — pediatrician, MD MBA, and founder of Grapevyne — to explore physician burnout, professional isolation, and how peer-driven communities can restore physician autonomy and career fulfillment.  ​ Chapters & Time-stamps 0:00 — Intro & Teaser 1:51 — Welcome & Guest Bio 2:52 — Conversation Begins 3:09 — Building Community in Residency 5:07 — The Connector: Phi Delta Epsilon Story 6:58 — Post-Pandemic Isolation & Lost Community 8:59 — The MBA Lens: Seeing Medicine Differently 11:19 — Physician Isolation & Lost Autonomy 12:30 — Financial Literacy Gap in Medical Training 14:13 — What Is Grapevyne & Why It Exists 15:36 — Who Grapevyne Is For 17:37 — Business Culture of Support vs. Medicine 20:43 — Convincing Skeptical Doctors to Join 22:23 — Networking Tips: Always Ask for a Connection 24:43 — Physician Coaching & Grapevyne 26:37 — Community Stories: Real Impact 28:58 — Vision: A Clearinghouse for Physician Education 31:54 — Final Advice: Don't Go Through It Alone 33:20 — How to Find Grapevyne    Topics Covered: Why physician professional isolation drives burnout and loss of autonomy How an MD MBA lens reshapes how doctors see healthcare systems Building Grapevyne: from idea to a global peer-powered physician community Practical networking tips for busy clinicians (once every two months = 6 new connections/year) Why physician coaching is finally becoming normalized in medical education The power of warm introductions and community-driven career transitions    👨‍⚕️ Dr. Zhen Chan Board-Certified Pediatrician | Founder & CEO, Grapevyne MD MBA, University of Miami; Pediatrics Residency, New York Presbyterian Pediatric venture capital, quality improvement, healthcare advocacy Grapevyne.health (free to join) Instagram: @Zhen_MD | TikTok: @ZhenMD | LinkedIn: Zhen Chan MD   Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify  Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

What if the traits you've been hiding your whole career are actually your greatest strengths? Dr. Krystal Sodaitis — board-certified pediatrician turned health plan executive, life coach, and TEDx speaker — unpacks neurodiversity in medicine, physician career pivots, and why the "spiky profile" hiding in plain sight might be your superpower. Chapter and Time-stamps00:00 Identity Beyond Medicine02:15 Meet Dr Krystal Sodaitis02:52 Life in Academic Pediatrics04:29 Finding Managed Care Roles06:41 Transferable Skills Mindset10:03 Leap of Faith Transition13:47 Fear Failure and Growth16:45 Spaciousness After Leaving19:05 Neurodiversity Spiky Profiles24:02 Masking Burnout Supports29:29 Practical Tips for Leaders36:14 AI Scribes Pros Cons38:26 Key Takeaways and Next Steps39:40 Where to Find Krystal40:56 Outro and Listener Call   What You'll Learn- Why physicians "fail in advance" — and how to stop self-throttling your career- What masking costs neurodiverse clinicians daily — and how it fuels burnout- The twice exceptional physician: gifted AND differently wired- How AI ambient scribing helps some — and creates new barriers for others- Concrete steps leaders can take to build neurodiversity-affirming clinical environments- Why career pivots aren't smaller — they're fuller versions of your calling   References MentionedThe Life Coach School — coaching certification & leadership toolsDragon Speak — voice-to-text dictation for clinical notesAI Ambient Scribing — benefits & nuances for neurodiverse cliniciansNeuropsychological Evaluation — recommended for complex diagnosis support   Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify  Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

Can you be a promoted healthcare leader and a great mom? Recorded live from Sedona, Arizona, host Dr. Lillian Liang Emlet and Gillian Faith celebrate Mother's Day with an honest, unfiltered conversation about the myths, struggles, and strategies of being a mom in medicine. No fluff — just real talk from two women who've lived it. 00:57 Mothers Day In Sedona01:46 The Juggle Of Roles03:27 Building Your Support System05:57 Brave Asks And Mom Friends09:27 Drop The Supermom Myth11:10 Perfectionism And Good Mom Stories15:19 Grace And Repair With Kids17:41 Making Work Better For Women20:00 Grounding Habits And Fitness23:21 Closing Mothers Day Message   References & People Mentioned Shonda Rhimes — commencement speech on success vs. "failing" at home Dr. Lisa Muehlenbein — MEDLIFE Matrix; nurturing primary relationships Mel Robbins — High Five Habit & self-compassion framework Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify  Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.  

Silence in medicine isn't protection — it's the source of burnout. Host Dr. Lillian Liang Emlet sits down with Dr. R. Lee Sharma, OBGYN, trained mediator, and conflict analyst, to reframe how healthcare professionals think about conflict. Learn why conflict is a vital sign, not a failure — and what to do about it.   Episode Chapters 00:00 Silence Fuels Burnout  01:22 Meet Dr. Lee Sharma 02:05 Why Conflict Matters 04:35 The Hidden Cost of Silence 09:07 Conflict as a Vital Sign 10:20 Why She Got Trained 14:47 SPARC Rapid Framework 20:33 Designing Safer Systems 30:10 Alignment Over Compromise 31:20 Starting Hard Conversations 34:51 Where to Find Dr. Sharma 36:46 Final Takeaways & Outro   Guest: Dr. R. Lee Sharma 🔬 OBGYN | Mediator | Conflict Analyst | Speaker | Podcast Host 🎙️ Scalpel and Sword Podcast 🌐 rleesharma.com | 💼 LinkedIn: Dr. R. Lee Sharma 📩 Residency workshops, faculty & organizational consulting   References Mentioned Dr. Jessica Bunin — All Levels Leadership; Civil Discourse framework Haavi Moreim - JD, PhD Professor at University of Tennessee Health Science Center ;  "Guardian of the Process" Atul Gawande — surgical peer observation & debriefing VitalTalk — end-of-life communication training   #HealthcareLeadership #PhysicianBurnout #ConflictResolution #MedicalPodcast   Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify  Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.