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.
Yes to the Mess:
What Jazz Teaches Us About Creativity and Leadership
Mo speaks with Frank J. Barrett, professor of Organizational Development at the Case Western Reserve University and author of Yes to the Mess, about what jazz can teach us about leadership, creativity, and working through uncertainty. In this conversation, Dr. Barrett shares seven core principles—from unlearning and autonomy to learning from mistakes and building strong relationships—that help individuals and organizations become more adaptive, collaborative, and innovative.
Books
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Man’s Search for Meaning
by Victor Frankl
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Positivity
by Barbara Fredrickson
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Flourish
by Martin E.P. Seligman
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The Science of Change
by Richard E. Boyatzis
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Appreciative Inquiry Handbook
by David Cooperrider
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Switch
by Chip Heath and Dan Heath
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.
