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In February, OCHIN received a $2 million grant to strengthen Oregon’s health care workforce by expanding technical training and launching new health IT career opportunities. Learn more about how this grant supports our workforce development efforts on our blog: https://bit.ly/3v00MWk

As an HR executive, excellence is not about achieving perfection; it’s about fostering a mindset of continuous growth and commitment to our mission and vision. It’s about taking bold, decisive actions—even when they’re imperfect. This perspective reminds me of Teddy Roosevelt's quote about the man in the arena—someone who dares greatly and strives valiantly. In my role, excellence means creating an environment where our employees are not only empowered but inspired to take initiative, make impactful decisions, and continuously learn and evolve. It’s about championing a culture of resilience, innovation, and relentless pursuit of improvement. We embody excellence by: • Providing comprehensive opportunities for professional development and career advancement. • Encouraging transparent communication and a feedback-rich environment to drive innovation. • Celebrating the achievements and contributions of our team members, recognizing their efforts in pushing boundaries and setting new standards. Excellence is a journey of daring greatly, taking informed risks, and turning challenges into opportunities. It’s about showing up every day with ambition and dedication, knowing that our collective efforts elevate the quality of care we provide and propel our organization forward. What does excellence mean to you in your role? How do you pursue and embody excellence in your daily work? I’d love to hear your insights and experiences. #MissionMotivated #ManInTheArena #ExcellenceNotPerfection #GrandTraversePavilions

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"It is one of my favourite aspects of my professional life." In this new blog, Maxine Taffetani, chief executive of Healthwatch Milton Keynes and appointed governor representative for Healthwatch on the council of governors for Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, shares what inspired her to take on the role of governor and the insights she has learned. Learn more ⤵ 🔗 https://bit.ly/3CEZ8gd

Okay. How good is this book? I posted this 40 hours ago thinking that I would have read it by Sunday to update you on Monday. Well, once I started reading it, I read it nonstop. It is an #ethnographic study at its best. Astonishingly piercing in details, vivid in portrayals, a devastating indictment of contemporary development models, and a soul-wrenching rendition of the dynamics of vulnerability and resilience of hope. It should be a required reading for anyone interested in "others". A perfect Christmas gift by parents to their children. Here I provide few quotes from it as some food for thought: "The concrete plant and all the other construction brought more work to this airport boomtown. Bad lungs were a toll you paid to live near progress.” (p.14) “Create problems in order to fix them−a profitable sequence.” (p.20) “Your concerns are so unimportant to me that I haven’t bothered to dress.” (p.21) “…He had status, not just for pain tolerance but his ability to manufacture fun.” (p.45) “You’re just sitting on so many tensions I don’t know which one to think about.” (p.58) “Too much learning reduced a girl’s compliancy.” (p.66) “…Wretched early years should be rounded out by a few good ones…” (p.72) “…village-city hybrid: a place where opportunity and parental respect weren’t mutually exclusive.” (p.80) “…for a system in which the most wretched tried to punish the slightly less wretched by turning to a justice system so malign it sank them all…” (p.115) “…the fact that a boy knew about the gods didn’t mean the gods would look after the boy.” (p.161) “How−to use Abdul’s formulation−do children intent on being ice become water?” (p.254) “It is easy, from a safe distance, to overlook the fact that in undercities governed by corruption, where exhausted people vie on scant terrain for very little, it is blisteringly hard to be good. The astonishment is that some people are good, and that many people try to be−all those invisible individuals who every day find themselves faced with dilemmas not unlike the one Abdul confronted, stone slab in hand, one July afternoon when his life exploded. If the house is crooked and crumbling, and the land on which it sits uneven, is it possible to make anything lie straight?” (p.254). The Initiative for Agency and Development University of Arizona Penguin Random House Random House Group #KatherineBoo

Primary Care for All Americans' local playbook is a great resource for those who are advocating for stronger primary care in their communities. The only way we're going to build a better health care system is if we demand it from our leaders: this playbook is a great starting point for engaging on the issue.

If you feel unsafe in a relationship, or if you have a friend, colleague or employee you suspect may be dealing with domestic violence or intimate partner violence, please watch this video for steps that may help. You are not trapped and others care. And we as professionals, and particularly as managers, should take initiative to offer help if we suspect someone is struggling in an abusive relationship. #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence

I am happy to share the latest issue of Findings magazine, in which we look to University of Michigan School of Public Health to address the rising crisis of loneliness and mental health through groundbreaking research and initiatives promoting social connections and purposeful living. We highlight the hands-on work of the Public Health Action Support Team (PHAST) in Grenada, showcasing the power of experiential learning and community engagement that positions our students to have impactful careers in public health. Learn about the Michigan Health Equity Challenge, where students develop innovative solutions to combat health inequities. Discover how one of our Environmental Health Sciences students aims to reduce noise exposure and greenhouse gas emissions. Dive into Findings to see how these collective efforts are shaping a healthier future. Check out the magazine website: https://lnkd.in/gGtTz6bK.

🎉 New Year’s Resolution Challenge! 🎉 How long can you go without driving? Start 2025 with a challenge that benefits your health, the environment, and your community. BWCF Board Member Vincent Hsu, MD, MPH, and infectious diseases and preventive medicine physician at AdventHealth Central Florida, shares his support for the Week Without Driving Challenge, emphasizing its role in improving cycling infrastructure, promoting active lifestyles, and reducing emissions for a healthier future. 🚶♀️ Walk Everywhere: Swap short car trips for steps—boost your fitness while exploring your neighborhood! 🚴♂️ Pedal Power: Use your bike to commute, run errands, or just enjoy the ride. 🌎 Go Car-Free: Commit to reducing your carbon footprint by choosing active or public transportation. Take the challenge and see how far you can go without getting behind the wheel. 💪 Let us know in the comments—how long did you last?