Brighton Chireka

Dr Brighton Chireka is a Primary Care Physician and a Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician. He is also an International Health Consultant and an awardee of the NHS Leadership Academy Award in Executive Healthcare Leadership. He is a Founding Fellow of the Faculty of Medical Leadership and Management. You can contact him at brighton@docbeecee.co.uk

As a leader in healthcare do you have a leadership development plan? 

In today’s healthcare industry, it’s more important than ever for managers and leaders to have a solid plan for developing their leadership skills. With the ever-changing landscape of healthcare, those in management positions need to be equipped to handle whatever comes their way. That’s why having a leadership development plan is so critical. Without one, you could be setting yourself up for failure. So if you’re a leader in healthcare, ask yourself: do you have a plan in place to help you grow as a leader? If not, now is the time to develop one. Here’s what you need to know about creating a leadership development plan that will help you succeed. Why having a leadership development plan is important  With the increasing demand for excellence in the healthcare industry, it is essential to provide managers and leaders with a comprehensive leadership and management development plan. Without such a plan, they are left feeling unable to lead effectively and are more likely to fail due to their lack of knowledge on the topics necessary to drive success. A well-devised leadership development plan is a crucial component of any healthcare organization’s strategy, providing a structured and organized way for managers and leaders to build the skills necessary to make informed decisions. By investing in leadership education, organisations can ensure they have the resources needed to lead their team successfully into the future. How to go about creating a leadership development plan  A leadership development plan must be carefully formulated in order to provide the healthcare industry with the most effective means of managing and leading, so that failure is not an option. The plan should include a breadth of topics such as ethics, communication and team building, in order to create an environment where managers and leaders can thrive. Additionally, identifying individual strengths is critical for creating customized plans based on each person’s talents and weaknesses. Mentorship programs or classes can also help to guide individuals on their journey towards successful management and invention within the workplace. Ultimately, with a comprehensive development plan that is tailored to the needs of each individual organization, leaders will have the support they need to successfully improve their effectiveness. What are the benefits of having a leadership development plan  Developing a leadership development plan empowers healthcare industry managers and leaders to expand their skills and competencies and be better prepared for any challenges that come their way. With guidance from experienced mentors and hands-on practice in the healthcare environment, these professionals can become well-equipped in the knowledge, ability, and capacity necessary for leading an effective team. As well as arming healthcare professionals with the confidence to manage different situations, having a leadership development plan also helps to increase performance productivity and supports organisational mission achievement. Implementing a comprehensive plan allows for greater business success, improved functionality of departments and individuals, increased employee engagement, better customer service delivery, and ultimately sets the industry up for long-term success. Who can help you create a leadership development plan The road to success in the healthcare industry starts with a strong and comprehensive leadership training plan. Creating such a plan takes effort and dedication from both you as a leader and your organisation, while setting clear expectations on how to best support the roles of each individual involved. Consultants within your organization, HR or senior management can provide helpful advice and guidance in designing an effective development plan that works for everyone. Additionally, there are many external professionals who specialise in leadership development planning—from career coaches to HR specialists—that can help you create a successful blueprint for success. Create a well-defined plan now so your team will be better prepared to face any potential challenges down the line. In short, a leadership development plan is essential for managers and leaders in the healthcare industry to succeed. Having a well-structured plan that is tailored to their specific goals, needs and capabilities will empower them with the resources they require to carry out their duties both efficiently and ethically. Furthermore, having such a plan can help healthcare organizations increase staff productivity and morale, resulting in an improved patient experience and better outcomes. Moreover, there are experienced consultants who specialise in leadership development who can provide invaluable guidance in helping to create a comprehensive leadership development plan. All of this taken together supports the notion that creating a leadership development plan should be viewed as an important first step towards becoming an effective leader or manager within any healthcare organization. Looking to take your healthcare career further? Think of the DOCBEECE Leadership Academy as a roadmap, providing you with essential guidance and support on your leadership journey. Our team is dedicated to helping medical professionals unlock their full potential by honing in on vital decision-making skills and instilling invaluable confidence along the way. Let us help make sure that failure isn’t an option!

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The 30 Cs of Leadership 

The 30 Cs of Leadership  Leaders are not born, they are made. Anyone can develop the skills necessary to be an effective leader with the right mindset and approach in driving successful patient outcomes. However effective leadership requires more than just a knack for decision-making and strong communication – it involves a mastery of certain core tenets. The 30 Cs of Leadership outlines these essential concepts, equipping you with the knowledge necessary to lead your team or department to success. In this blog post I will take an in-depth look at each ‘C’ – from clarity and character to contribution and continuous learning- so that you can evolve into the leader your team needs and deserves. Lead confidently alongside us! Conclusion Becoming a great leader takes hard work but understanding these 30 Cs can help guide you on your journey towards becoming an effective leader who inspires those around them while driving positive change within organizations or teams. Cultivating these qualities will help strengthen relationships between leaders and followers alike while allowing everyone involved in reach success together! By cultivating these qualities – such as courage, charisma communication capacity candid credibility caring compassion coach creativity considerate common sense consistency clarity concentrate complement collaborate congruency competence confidence – every leader can become more successful than ever before!

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Taking Control of Your Life: Why You Shouldn’t Let Others Vent Frustrations on You 

We all have people in our lives who feel they have the right to tell us what to do, even when we didn’t ask for their opinion. This is especially true when it comes to feedback or constructive criticism. It is important to recognise when that criticism is unsolicited and not constructive. While it’s important to listen to others, remember that not everyone is entitled to comment on our lives. People must first prove themselves trustworthy before they can give us feedback. It is also important that you set boundaries and take control of your life by not allowing others to vent their frustrations on you disguised as constructive criticism. Letting people earn the right to comment on your life allows you to maintain control over the kind of feedback and advice you receive.  When Receiving Advice, Choose Quality Over Quantity  Not everyone is entitled to comment on your life—let people earn the right to criticise you. Someone who genuinely wants the best for you will first comment on the good things they see in you and suggest ways that you can get better. It’s important that those offering advice come from a place of love and respect rather than a place of frustration or anger. Allowing someone to give you feedback only after they’ve seen good things in you reinforces positive self-esteem and encourages individuals to strive towards self-improvement without feeling judged or attacked by others. It’s also important that you make sure people are giving consent-based advice; unsolicited feedback should be preceded by permission from you. Any unsolicited advice should never be taken seriously without consent because it could lead to trouble down the line. In addition, if someone comes at you with an angry tone, it’s best not to respond until they can come at you with respect. That way, any advice they give is more likely coming from a place of genuine concern rather than one of frustration or anger. Furthermore, if anyone tries to force their opinion onto you without permission, remind them that they need to ask for your consent before giving any form of advice or feedback. Finally, remember, before anyone should be allowed into your inner circle, they must demonstrate genuine interest in helping further improve your life rather than using it as an opportunity for venting frustrations disguised as constructive criticism. A genuine person will always seek permission first! Why Should One Seek Consent Before Giving Feedback ? First and foremost, asking for consent before giving feedback shows respect for the person receiving the feedback. It also gives the receiver a chance to assess whether or not they’re open to hearing what you have to say. This can help ensure that any criticism given is done so constructively and in a way that will be taken seriously by the recipient.  Secondly, asking for consent helps create an open dialogue between two people. When both parties are aware of their respective expectations and boundaries, it can foster more honest communication which leads to better understanding and trust between them.  Learning To Take Charge Of Your Own Life  One way to take control of your life is by learning how to say no—even when it feels uncomfortable or difficult. This means knowing how and when to set boundaries with family, friends, and coworkers so that their opinions don’t become overwhelming or intrusive into your life. For example, if someone keeps giving unsolicited advice about how you should live your life, try saying something like “I appreciate your input but I’m going to make my own decisions here.” That way, whoever is offering the advice will know that their input isn’t needed unless asked for specifically. Setting boundaries around who has the authority (or permission) to offer advice can protect your mental health from unnecessary negativity or toxic opinions from those who don’t have your best interests at heart. Having clearly defined boundaries can also help prevent unwanted comments from becoming too personal or hurtful as well as protect you from feeling like you owe anyone an explanation about why their opinion isn’t being followed through with actionable steps on your part.   Conclusion Constructive criticism is often necessary in order for us to grow and improve ourselves as individuals; however, it’s important to remember that not everyone has the right to comment on our lives unless they’ve earned our trust by seeing the good things in us —and asking for permission—before giving any form of advice or feedback. Unsolicited advice should always be disregarded if it isn’t helpful nor beneficial in any way towards achieving personal growth and development. So don’t let anyone vent their frustrations on you disguised as constructive criticism! Only take advice from those who genuinely care about your wellbeing and actually make an effort to see the good things in you first before offering help.   That way you will be sure that what they say are truly meant for your benefit—not theirs!

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 How “We’ve Always Done It That Way” Kills Team Progress 

Joining the clinical commissioning group meant taking on a role that challenged my approach to GP engagement. When I visited one practice, their reply of ‘we’ve always done things this way’ felt like an unsettling wall was blocking me from progressing forward and making impactful changes. In response, I proposed for us all to brainstorm options untapped by them before, which led to much needed growth in attitude – proactivity had arrived!

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