Being a leader is not just about taking on official leadership roles or management positions. Good leadership has far-reaching implications across all components of our health systems, not only for high quality clinical outcomes but also for excellence in research and educational outcomes.
The new FLASH program is developed by Health Professionals for Health Professionals. Our teaching faculty have expertise and training in delivering leadership development programs, medical education and coaching. This stimulating program will be highly interactive and showcase numerous health professional leaders’ stories through live Q and A panels.
Your ability as a leader will be fostered in many ways including: examining and reflecting on your own behaviours and relationships with others; exploring ways to build effective teams; developing techniques to positively influence others for a common goal; better understanding the shape of the NSW health system and how components impact on each other; experiencing the benefits of coaching…
2021 FLASH group photo
“ I have learned better strategies to connect with exec and present my ideas with confidence. Make me a more active participant and advocate”
"I see that I have the ability to create change in every role I take, from culture change, improving the patient experience, to empowering my team, to quality improvement"
“I think the one of biggest benefits is that it has provided the language, tools and familiarity with organisational structures within the network to allow better engagement. Also, on a personal level, I feel I appreciate the importance of personal engagement within this space and with the help of insights profile, I have a framework for approaching the more difficult interactions.”
“FLASH has challenged and changed my views on what leadership is, helped me to recognise different leadership styles, and to think about my own leadership, including how to develop it, and how to be a more effective leader. Learning about different leadership styles and how best to interact with them, has been enlightening. I have gained significant confidence in my abilities as a leader.”