What You Can Find in this Episode
In this episode of The POD, I am thrilled to welcome Gina Griffin, Vice President of Operations at Children’s Health in Plano, Texas. With over 30 years of leadership experience in hospital operations, Gina’s career is a testament to the power of combining strategic vision with a people-first philosophy. Known for driving operational excellence and improving patient experiences, Gina’s leadership style focuses on fostering relationships, empowering teams, and championing innovation in healthcare.
During our conversation, Gina shares her inspiring journey from her first management role at age 10 (in a household of seven children!) to becoming a transformative healthcare executive. She highlights the critical role of relationships in leadership, explaining how creating environments where people can thrive leads to better outcomes for teams, patients, and organizations alike. “Leadership is 100% about people,” Gina reminds us, underscoring the importance of empathy, curiosity, and collaboration in building systems that can withstand even the toughest challenges.
Gina also discusses her passion for mentoring emerging leaders and creating opportunities for diverse perspectives in decision-making. By prioritizing psychological safety and fostering innovation, she has helped teams navigate through uncertainty and emerge stronger. This episode is a powerful reminder that true leadership begins with connection, authenticity, and a commitment to driving meaningful change.
Join us as Gina shares actionable insights on leadership, resilience, and the value of building relationships to inspire and sustain transformation in healthcare.
Key Topics:
The heart of leadership: Building relationships and fostering environments where people can thrive
Strategies for leading through uncertainty and navigating challenges like the pandemic
The importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in creating high-performing teams
Mento
ring emerging leaders and empowering them to navigate their own unique paths
Driving innovation in healthcare through collaboration and people-first leadership
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Follow me on LinkedIn! https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-woods
Follow Gina on LinkedIn too! https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-lee-griffin/
Here is my Website: https://orcinushealthsolutions.com/
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