Introducing Season 2 of Built to Lead

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Part 2: Navigating Leadership Transitions with Dr. Peter Singer In Part 2 of their discussion, hosts Matthew and Hannah continue their enriching conversation with Dr. Peter Singer, a renowned global health innovator and bioethics leader. You can follow Peter's latest writings and reflections on his Substack at http://singerp.substack.com/ . Peter shares deeper insights into the critical role of mentorship, strategic storytelling, and navigating career transitions with integrity and clarity. Peter provides practical advice on mentorship, including how to identify and engage mentors effectively, emphasizing the importance of diversity and strategic alignment with personal career goals. He outlines clear tactics for building meaningful mentor relationships that accelerate personal growth and career development. The conversation explores the "golden handcuffs" dilemma—balancing economic security with personal fulfillment and integrity. Peter shares his reflections on personal experiences, emphasizing the need for thoughtful decision-making around career shifts, the value of experimentation early in one's career, and recognizing when it's necessary to move on for greater happiness and impact. Peter also delves into the power of storytelling, highlighting how leaders can effectively articulate their experiences by clearly framing problems, solutions, personal contributions, and outcomes. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity, learning from failure, and maintaining humility as core elements of impactful storytelling. The episode concludes with Peter's compelling advice to young and emerging leaders: focus on solving meaningful problems, maintain integrity, and balance ambition with humility and enjoyment along the journey. Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealth Learn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Built to Lead Season 5: Navigating Leadership Transitions with Dr. Peter Singer - Part 1 33:24

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Part 1: Navigating Leadership Transitions with Dr. Peter Singer Hosts Matthew and Hannah welcome Dr. Peter Singer, a globally recognized leader in health innovation and bioethics, to Built to Lead. Peter shares invaluable insights drawn from his diverse and impactful career, including roles as co-founder and former CEO of Grand Challenges Canada, Special Advisor to the Director-General of the World Health Organization, and founder of the University of Toronto's Joint Centre for Bioethics. You can follow Peter's latest writings and reflections on his Substack at http://singerp.substack.com/. In this episode, Peter explores the importance of navigating career transitions with purpose and impact, reflecting on his own journey through multiple career acts. He emphasizes viewing careers not as a series of titles, but as a progression of solving increasingly significant problems. Peter provides practical wisdom on entrepreneurial thinking within both startups and large organizations, and how adopting an innovative mindset can lead to transformational leadership. Peter also discusses the pivotal moments in his leadership journey, offering personal anecdotes about mentorship, handling feedback, and the critical role of trust and humility in leadership. He underscores the importance of aligning career choices with personal values and impact goals, urging leaders to prioritize meaningful accomplishments over titles. Stay tuned for Part 2, where Peter further elaborates on strategies for supportive leadership and fostering a culture of authentic feedback and continuous growth. Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealth Learn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Built to Lead Season 5: Resilience Across Career Stages with Rahul Chandran and Dr. Joanne Liu – Part 2| S5E009 33:42

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Part 2: Resilience Across Career Stages with Rahul Chandran and Dr. Joanne Liu Hosts Matthew and Mohini continue their engaging discussion with Rahul Chandran, Chief Strategy and Partnership Officer at Grand Challenges Canada, and Dr. Joanne Liu, former International President of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), exploring deeper insights into resilient and values-driven leadership in global humanitarian work. Rahul shares his perspectives on mobilizing intrinsic motivation within organizations, especially during crises, highlighting the necessity of embedding core values and culture well before adversity strikes. Joanne emphasizes the crucial role of humility and vulnerability in leadership, reinforcing that being humble doesn't equate to weakness but rather indicates strength, empathy, and openness. Joanne also introduces her new book, "Ebola, Bombs, and Migrants," which critically examines global responses driven by fear and security concerns, advocating instead for solidarity and common humanity. Rahul contributes thoughts on storytelling versus story-selling, stressing the importance of authenticity and genuine narrative in leadership and organizational culture. Both leaders provide practical advice for emerging leaders facing career transitions, emphasizing courage in decision-making, acceptance of imperfection, pacing oneself for the "ultramarathon" of life, and finding moments of personal nourishment amidst challenging environments. The episode concludes with powerful messages on how young Canadians can contribute meaningfully to global health and humanitarian causes, urging them to leverage their privilege to advocate for justice, equity, and solidarity. Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealth Learn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Built to Lead Season 5: Resilience Across Career Stages with Rahul Chandran and Dr. Joanne Liu – Part 1| S5E008 31:26

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Part 1: Resilience Across Career Stages with Rahul Chandran and Dr. Joanne Liu Hosts Matthew and Mohini welcome two distinguished guests, Dr. Joanne Liu and Rahul Chandran, to Built to Lead, to explore the theme of resilient leadership in high-stakes global environments. Joanne, a globally recognized medical humanitarian leader and former International President of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), and Rahul, Chief Strategy and Partnership Officer at Grand Challenges Canada, share their insights from extensive experience in humanitarian innovation and global health leadership. In this compelling conversation, Joanne and Rahul discuss the complexities of deciding when to stand up or step back in leadership roles, highlighting the critical importance of assessment, consultation, and intellectual clarity. They challenge the traditional concept of resilience, redefining it as a blend of adaptability, persistence, and emotional intelligence, rather than simply "toughing it out." Both guests underscore the role of values-based leadership, emphasizing ethical clarity and humility as essential traits, particularly when navigating ambiguity and crisis. Rahul emphasizes the courage to seek help and admit uncertainty, while Joanne highlights the strength found in humility and genuine engagement with teams and stakeholders. Stay tuned for Part 2, where Rahul and Joanne delve further into navigating career transitions, mentorship, and practical leadership strategies for emerging leaders. You can get Joanne's book here: L'Ebola, les bombes et les migrants Reach out to her on her socials: LinkedIn: Dr. Joanne Liu Facebook: facebook.com/Dr.JoanneLiu Twitter: @DreJoanneLiu Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealth Learn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Built to Lead Season 5: Embracing Non-Linear Career Paths with Jennifer Bernard, Ryan Hinds, and Neil Seeman - Part 2 35:45

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Part 2: Embracing Non-Linear Career Paths with Jennifer Bernard, Ryan Hinds, and Neil Seeman Hosts Matthew and Mobeen continue their insightful discussion with Jennifer Bernard, Ryan Hinds, and Neil Seeman, diving deeper into how leaders can successfully navigate non-linear career paths through mentorship, adaptability, and resilience. Jennifer emphasizes the importance of adaptability, sharing her experiences of shifting across diverse fields, including arts, culture, and healthcare philanthropy. She highlights the power of embracing discomfort and taking risks to foster personal and organizational growth. Ryan shares his reflections on the lessons learned from transitioning from professional athletics to healthcare, emphasizing that career agility often means staying open to unexpected opportunities and maintaining focus on impact over titles or salary. Neil underscores the value of interdisciplinary approaches and amplifying "quiet voices," reflecting on his experiences of entrepreneurial leadership and how taking strategic risks often leads to greater innovation and impact. The panelists offer powerful closing insights, reminding listeners that career agility means cultivating a willingness to embrace uncertainty, chase meaningful impact, and align one's work deeply with personal values. Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealth Learn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Built to Lead Season 5: Embracing Non-Linear Career Paths with Jennifer Bernard, Ryan Hinds, and Neil Seeman - Part 1 34:37

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Part 1: Embracing Non-Linear Career Paths with Jennifer Bernard, Ryan Hinds, and Neil Seeman Hosts Matthew and Mobeen welcome a dynamic panel—Jennifer Bernard, Ryan Hinds, and Neil Seeman—to explore embracing non-linear career paths and leadership agility. Jennifer, President & CEO of SickKids Foundation, Ryan, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, and Neil, founder of Sutherland House Publishing and RIWI, share their personal journeys of navigating change and unexpected career transitions. In this engaging discussion, Jennifer speaks candidly about the courage required to be the first and only person of color in leadership spaces, emphasizing the importance of choosing strategic moments to advocate for change. Ryan reflects on his transition from a CFL athlete to healthcare leader, sharing insights into overcoming imposter syndrome and finding transferable skills. Neil offers a powerful perspective on entrepreneurial leadership, highlighting the value of standing up to challenges while knowing when to strategically step back. Please note: Due to technical difficulties, there are some brief moments of audio disruption in this episode. We appreciate your understanding and hope you still enjoy this rich and insightful conversation. Stay tuned for Part 2, where Jennifer, Ryan, and Neil dive deeper into how mentorship, representation, and adaptability shape successful careers and impactful leadership. Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealth Learn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Built to Lead Season 5: Leadership in Seasons with Christine Dupuis– Part 2|S5E005 19:55

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In this episode of Built to Lead – Season 5: Leadership in Seasons with Christine Dupuis , the hosts, Matthew and Mobeen continue their conversation with Christine on navigating leadership through career transitions. Christine shares candid insights from her journey at Google, Hootsuite, and Caribou, offering practical advice on embracing uncertainty, testing opportunities, and staying grounded in your values. She reflects on the importance of self-awareness in leadership and how staying curious can open unexpected doors. This episode is packed with lessons for leaders at every stage—especially those starting their careers in today’s challenging market. Key Takeaway: Leadership is a continuous journey of self-awareness, curiosity, and embracing new opportunities—even in uncertain times. Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealth Learn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Built to Lead Season 5: Leadership in Seasons with Christine Dupuis– Part 1|S5E004 23:56

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Leadership in Motion: Leadership in Seasons with Christine Dupuis – Part 1 In this episode of Built to Lead, hosts Matthew and Mobeen sit down with Christine Dupuis, Chief Product Officer at Caribou, to discuss leadership through different seasons of life and career. Christine shares her experiences navigating product leadership, AI, startups, and mission-driven organizations, offering practical lessons on self-awareness, adaptability, and leadership evolution. Christine challenges the traditional narrative that leaders must always be at the forefront, instead showing how stepping back, enabling others, and optimizing personal energy can create long-term impact. Key takeaways: Leadership isn’t about being in control—it’s about knowing when to step up, when to step back, and how to build a team and career that aligns with your strengths and values. Check out our previous episode on Leadership in Seasons with Dr. Maja Djikic.. Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealth Learn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Built to Lead Season 5: Leadership in Seasons with Dr. Maja Djikic– Part 2|S5E003 29:48

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In Part 2, hosts Matthew and Shagun continue their conversation with Dr. Maja Djikic, exploring how leaders can overcome stagnation and accelerate personal transformation. Building on the Wheel of Self, Maja explains how joy—not happiness—is a key indicator of growth and how self-limiting beliefs, stored in our nervous system, hold us back. She introduces embodied learning, showing why true change requires rewiring deep-seated patterns, not just willpower. Key takeaways: Recognizing stagnation and knowing when to step back How rapid transformation is possible The role of mindfulness and emotional regulation in leadership growth Maja challenges traditional leadership models, offering a science-backed approach to breaking through mental barriers and unlocking full potential. Missed Part 1? Check out our previous episode on the Wheel of Self and self-awareness in leadership. Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Healt Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealth Learn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Built to Lead Season 5: Leadership in Seasons with Dr. Maja Djikic– Part 1| S5E002 32:32

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Hosts Matthew and Shagun welcome Dr. Maja Djikic, a leading expert in leadership development and the psychology of change. As Associate Professor at Rotman School of Management and Director of the Self-Development Lab, Maja helps leaders navigate personal transformation and unlock underdeveloped strengths. In this episode, Maja introduces the "Wheel of Self", a model that connects motivation, behavior, emotion, mind, and body in personal growth. She challenges the idea that leadership is about reinforcing strengths, arguing that real change happens when we work on our weaknesses. She also explores stagnation vs. growth, the role of self-reflection, and how leaders can realign with their purpose when progress feels stalled. Stay tuned for Part 2, where Maja dives deeper into rapid transformation and breaking mental barriers. Connect with us on LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Follow us on Instagram: @VernissageHealth Learn more about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Built to Lead Season 5: Introduction to Standing up or sitting out | S5E001 18:28

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Built to Lead Season 5: Standing Up, Sitting Out Welcome to Season 5 of Built to Lead ! In this introductory episode, co-hosts Mobeen and Matthew discusses and challenges the traditional view of leadership as a straight climb up the ladder. Instead, they introduce this season’s theme - "Standing Up or Sitting Out" - a new leadership paradigm that embraces adaptability, self-awareness, and strategic decision-making. Through insightful conversations with healthcare leaders, this season explores the fluid nature of leadership: when to step up, take action, and advocate for change, and when to step back, reflect, and support from the sidelines. Leadership isn’t just about always leading from the front. Sometimes, the most impactful moves come from knowing when to let others take the lead. Join us as we uncover the real-life stories and expert insights that redefine what it means to lead in today’s ever-evolving world. Whether you're navigating a leadership transition, embracing non-linear career paths, or cultivating adaptability, Season 5 has something for you. Follow the conversation and connect with us: LinkedIn: Vernissage Health Instagram: @VernissageHealth More info: www.vernissagehealth.com Tune in and get ready to redefine leadership on your own terms! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Rebels with a Cause: Exploring the Element of Authenticity Part 2 | S4E012 48:41

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Rebels with a Cause: Exploring the Element of Authenticity Part 2: In Part 2 of the episode on authenticity, the panel discusses authentic leadership in practice. Sahand reflects about his observation of authentic leadership (AL) in his career and what qualities are essential for authentic leaders, especially from the perspective of those just starting their careers. The importance of developing self-awareness and having authentic leadership mentors is highlighted. From a mid-career perspective, Jacklyn shares that self-doubt is part of one’s entire leadership journey, not just in early career stages. Confidence comes with practice and by having a support system or “circle of influence” in place. Later in career, Wendy reports that in her experience, mid to late career leaders can become complacent and perhaps “over confident” and rate themselves as more effective and authentic than others do. Humility and self-awareness are key in this stage of career to help retain authenticity. The panel also explores the influence of authentic leadership, civility norms in the workplace and the possibility of burnout and turnover among early career health professionals who are subjected to co-worker incivility. Reasons for workplace incivility, the role of health leaders in role modelling civility and authentically challenging incivility is discussed. Here are the articles discussed with the authenticity panel: Authentic leadership in healthcare organizations: A study of 14 chief executive officers and 70 direct reports. Marcy Saxe-Braithwaite, Sylvia Gautreau. Health Management Forum, December 2019 https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0840470419890634?journalCode=hmfa Title: The Effect of Authentic Leadership, Person-Job Fit, and Civility Norms on New Graduate Nurses Experiences of Coworker Incivility and Burnout. Health K. Spence-Laschinger and Emily A. Read. Journal of Nursing Administration. Vol 16 No 11. Nov. 2016 https://journals.lww.com/jonajournal/abstract/2016/11000/the_effect_of_authentic_leadership,_person_job.7.aspx Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vernissage-health/ Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vernissagehealth/ For more information about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Rebels with a Cause: Exploring the Element of Authenticity Part 1 | S4E011 33:18

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Rebels with a Cause: Exploring the Element of Authenticity Part 1. In our final episode of Season 4, Mobeen and Matthew welcome a cross- generational leadership panel to explore the concept of authenticity in leadership. The panel includes an emerging leader, a mid-career leader and an “expert” leader who share their experiences about what makes an authentic leader and good rebel. Sahand Ensafi is the emerging leader guest. Sahand is an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant with 10 years of experience working at the University Health Network (UHN) and a recent graduate from the MHSc Health Administration program at the University of Toronto. Jacklyn Pearce is the mid-career leader on the panel. Jacklyn is Executive Director of the Office of Health System Transformation at London Health Sciences Centre in London, Ontario. Jacklyn is a registered Occupational Therapist. She completed a Masters in Quality Improvement and Patient Safety through IHPME at the University of Toronto. Wendy Nelson is the “expert” health leader guest. Wendy is an experienced health executive, currently serving as Senior Fellow within IHPME and is founder of Vernissage Health. Wendy has served as a senior executive in a broad range of settings in the private and public sectors. She possesses a Masters in Health Administration from University of Toronto and a Masters in International Health Leadership from McGill University. In Part 1 of the conversation, each panel member shares what they believe are the qualities of a “good rebel”. Turning to the element of authenticity, each shares their definition of authentic leadership and approaches to how they remain “authentic” as leaders in health care. Authenticity often is expressed through storytelling by leaders. Stories of “failure” often resonate and have more impact that traditional “hero” or “success” stories. Wendy speaks to the powerful storytelling focus of Vernissage Health Leaders Dialogue Series where leaders are invited to share stories of struggle and setbacks to develop the next generation of health leaders in Canada. Sahand and Jacklyn concur that these stories “humanize” more experienced leaders, build mentoring relationship and demonstrate that perfection is not the goal. All health leaders can learn and grow from missteps. The episode ends with a question about why more research and focus has not been given to “authentic leadership”. Jacklyn speculates that we are in a transition from old to new ways of leadership – a transition from old power to new power. On this journey, we both need to learn how to be authentic leaders and unlearn some aspects of traditional hierarchical leadership. Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vernissage-health/ Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vernissagehealth/ For more information about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Rebels with a Cause: Exploring the Element of Novelty Part 2 | S4E010 16:21

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Rebels with a Cause: Exploring the Element of Novelty Part 2: In part two, Mathew and I will continue our discussion with Connie by exploring two articles on tools to analyze and manage novel thinking and innovations in health services. Join us in Part 2 as Connie shares some of the tools she uses as a health leader. The first article is based on an approach of analyzing novelty of service innovation in a healthcare setting. The authors frame healthcare innovation as a product of four domains: organizational newness, environmental newness, market newness and technological newness. The article suggests these four dimensions work together and can enhance or inhibit the opportunity for innovation. For instance, virtual care was technically feasible long before COVID-19, but it wasn’t until the necessity from environmental newness that it really came to be more feasible. Therefore, it is important that we consider how these four dimensions are working together to create the groundwork for innovation and novel thinking to occur. The second article discusses the relationship between novelty and constraints. Constraints are often seen as restrictions getting in the way of novel ideas, but in fact the empirical evidence shows that constraints can motivate and focus novelty. No constraints can lead to chaos, adverse outcomes and other unintended consequences. Connie brings the two articles together and discusses how public policy and regulations, as a framework for constraint, can support how innovation and novel forms of service delivery evolve and are adopted. Other examples are discussed including virtual care and digital health solutions. Here are the articles discussed with Connie Clerici: Novelty and success of healthcare service innovation: A comparison between China and the Netherlands. Authored Yu Mu, Rujun Wang, and Ying Huang. University of South Florida M3 Publishing, 2021 https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1154&context=m3publishing Why Constraints Are Good for Innovation. Oguz A. Acar, Mural Tarakci and Daan van Knippenberg. Harvard Business Review. November 22, 2019. https://hbr.org/2019/11/why-constraints-are-good-for-innovation Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vernissage-health/ Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vernissagehealth/ For more information about the BTL Podcast and Vernissage Health: www.vernissagehealth.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Rebels with a Cause: Exploring the Element of Novelty Part 1 |S4E009 41:09

1 year ago41:09