EP522: Mark Graban- What's Your Favourite Mistake?

“You live in a world where there's so much competition for people's attention that you've got to give them a reason to pay attention.”

Mark Graban is a dynamic thought leader in the realms of healthcare improvement, industrial engineering, and continuous learning. He shares his incredible journey from a career in manufacturing leadership to becoming an influential figure in healthcare consulting, podcasting, and entrepreneurship. Mark's unconventional path is marked by a pivotal detour that led him to apply his skills in healthcare improvement, eventually earning him recognition as an author, speaker, and consultant. His openness to unexpected opportunities and his commitment to learning from mistakes shine through in this engaging conversation, making him a truly inspiring emerging thought leader.

Mark delves into the heart of his expertise – continuous improvement in healthcare. The main focus centers around the importance of creating a culture that not only prevents mistakes but also learns and grows from them. He shares insights gained from his extensive experience, emphasizing the need to move away from the traditional blame-and-shame approach. Whether it's reducing turnaround times for laboratory test results or enhancing overall productivity and quality, his expertise shines as he discusses the critical role of leadership and culture in driving continuous improvement. This episode serves as a valuable resource for leaders and decision-makers striving to create environments that foster growth, learning, and, most importantly, improved client outcomes.

Expert action steps:

1. Admit your mistakes.
2. Encourage others to follow.
3. Actively reward and learn.

To learn more about Mark Graban, visit MarkGraban.com.

Check out Mark’s book The mistakes that make us: MistakesBook.com.

Listen to Mark’s podcast: MistakesPodcast.com

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mgraban

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