Resources
Leadership is a journey—one that asks us to reflect, to grow, and to see the world through new eyes.
Over the years, I’ve found that the right book, at the right moment, can be a powerful catalyst for change.
Books have challenged our thinking, deepened our empathy, and offered practical wisdom for the challenges of medicine, leadership, and life.
Below, you’ll find a curated list of books that have shaped our own approaches to leadership and coaching. These selections span topics from meaning and humility to teamwork, inclusion, and psychological safety. Some are classics, others are new favorites, but all have something important to offer anyone seeking to lead with greater purpose, courage, and compassion.
Whether you’re a medical professional, an executive, or simply someone who believes—like we do—that leadership matters, we hope you’ll find inspiration here.
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Man’s Search for Meaning
by Victor Frankl
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Falling Upward
by Richard Rohr
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Braving the Wilderness
by Brené Brown
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The Fearless Organization
by Amy Edmondson
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Daring Greatly
by Brené Brown
If you have a favorite book that’s helped you lead, learn, or live more fully, we’d love to hear about it. After all, the best journeys—and the best libraries—are meant to be shared.
Leadership in Healthcare
In this episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, “We’re in the World of Superlatives,” host Lee Scheinbart interviews Dr. Mohsen Shabahang, Chief Medical Officer at WellSpan Health.
They discuss Dr. Shabahang's journey from surgical oncology to healthcare leadership and how the healthcare system faces significant challenges related to compensation models.
Dr. Shabahang advocates for a balance between clinical productivity and other contributions and states, “external validations are valuable but should not define one's worth.”
Healthcare leadership is a marathon and Dr. "Mo" will share what it takes to run the race.
