Transforming Healthcare Coaching

We share expert coaching insights, practical advice, and inspiring interviews to help you thrive in your healthcare career and life. Transforming Healthcare Coaching provides individual, group, and team coaching services to ALL healthcare professions and executive leaders. Together, we can transform healthcare, one person at a time.

Transforming Healthcare Coaching is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #121

  Where does Confidence come from? with Vicki Landers | Episode 121

  Aug 9, 202631 min

  Confidence isn't certainty — it's the belief that you can handle whatever comes next. In this episode, Lillian Liang-Emlet and clinician-turned-executive-coach Vicki Landers explore how imposter syndrome takes hold in healthcare, why failure builds skill rather than undermining it, and how surrounding yourself with the right influences creates lasting self-trust for clinicians navigating leadership and career transitions. Chapters and Time-Stamps: 00:45 Certainty Trap In Healthcare 01:33 Redefining Real Confidence 02:22 Action Failure Builds Confidence 03:24 Growth Mindset And Friction 05:04 Imposter Syndrome And Worthiness 06:45 Finding Proof You Belong 08:27 Celebrate Wins To Grow 11:48 Values Awareness And Influencers 13:33 Embodiment Letting Go 17:09 New Communities And AI 20:51 Coaching For Emerging Leaders 25:08 Healthcare Turnover And Power 27:42 One Practice For Self Trust 29:29 Closing Thoughts And Next Steps Guest Details Vicki Landers Website : https://vickilanders.com/ Former clinician with 18 years of direct frontline healthcare experience before transitioning into coaching Coach with Transforming Healthcare Coaching, specializing in helping healthcare professionals navigate career transitions and step into leadership roles Professional speaker on confidence, growth mindset, and leadership development Serves on the board of a local hospital, helping implement earlier leadership support programs so staff receive coaching proactively rather than only during performance improvement plans Mentioned in This Episode Harvard Institute of Coaching Broader positive psychology research and Fortune 500/Fortune 100 coaching adoption trends referenced during the discussion of coaching's credibility in corporate settings Listener questions and topic requests: podcast@transforminghealthcarecoaching.com

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  Episode #120

  Level Up Your Health for Healthcare Leaders with Cory Jenks, PharmD | Episode 120

  Aug 2, 202626 min

  Clinical pharmacist Dr. Cory Jenks explains how improv comedy skills helped him become a more adaptable, empathetic provider and prevent burnout in high-stress healthcare settings. He breaks down why building muscle — not just cardio — is a powerful, underused lever for reversing type 2 diabetes and lowering blood sugar. Jenks also shares his "micro recovery" approach, including a 15-minutes-twice-a-week strength method busy healthcare leaders can use to build strength without a major time commitment. Chapters & Time-stamps 00:33 Meet Dr Cory Jenks 02:02 Early Career Burnout 03:19 Improv Changed Everything 04:40 Improv Meets Medicine 07:18 Listening for the Want 09:32 Leadership Through Reality 11:19 Self Care Is Service 13:35 Micro Recovery Habits 15:33 Muscle Based Diabetes Fix 18:41 15 Minute Strength Plan 20:37 Intentional Fitness Mindset 23:37 Where to Find Cory Guest Details Cory Jenks, PharmD — Clinical pharmacist practicing since 2011, specializing in diabetes, hypertension, chronic disease, and obesity care. Founder of ImprovRx, a consultancy teaching improv-based communication skills to healthcare teams. Co-runs a diabetes health coaching program and co-hosts the Diabetes Remission Roadmap podcast. Website: coryjenks.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cory.jenks.147438/ X: https://x.com/CoryJenksPharmD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-jenks-3ba17314 Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pharmacomedian Mentioned in This Episode Permission to Care — book by Cory Jenks 15 Minutes to Fitness — book by Vincent “Ben” Bocchicchio ImprovRx — Jenks's consultancy Diabetes Remission Roadmap — podcast Diabetes Remission Partners — Instagram & YouTube Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

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  Episode #119

  What Coaching Really Is in Healthcare | Episode 120

  Jul 27, 202636 min

  Most healthcare leaders either weaponize coaching as punishment or confuse it with mentoring, therapy, and advising — and that confusion is driving away top talent. In this solo episode, Lillian breaks down the five key roles every leader needs (sponsor, advisor, mentor, therapist, and coach), clarifies what professional coaching actually is, and backs it with RCT data showing coaching cuts burnout and outperforms one-on-one when done in groups. Chapters & Time-Stamps 02:28 Why Coaching Confuses Us 04:12 Career Growth Needs Support 07:14 Defining Coaching Clearly 08:08 Sponsors Open Doors 10:22 Advisors Solve Problems 12:40 Mentors Walk Your Path 14:04 Therapy Versus Coaching 15:45 What Coaching Really Is 17:16 Your Personal Board 19:49 Coaching Skill Versus Job 21:03 Core Coaching Skills 24:18 Professional Coaching Standards 26:12 A Simple Coaching Framework 28:39 Evidence Coaching Works 31:14 Coaching For Transitions 32:37 Myths Debunked Next Steps 34:07 Send Questions And Subscribe 35:13 Final Thanks And Goodbye Lillian Liang Emlet Founder & Host, Transforming Healthcare Coaching Podcast Certified Professional Coach (ICF-credentialed) hello@transforminghealthcarecoaching.com References from the Episode International Coaching Federation (ICF) — Defines coaching; sets core competencies & ethics https://coachingfederation.org/ Center for Mentoring Excellence https://www.centerformentoring.com/ National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching https://nbhwc.org/ Mayo Clinic RCT — Physician coaching reduced emotional exhaustion vs. control group Dyrbye LN, Shanafelt TD, Gill PR, Satele DV, West CP. Effect of a professional coaching intervention on the well-being and distress of physicians: A pilot randomized clinical trial. JAMA Internal Medicine. 2019;179(10):1406–1414. doi:10.1001/jamainternmed.2019.2425. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31380892/ 3-arm RCT — Small group coaching produced 29% burnout reduction, outperformed 1-on-1 Khalili H, et al. Professional coaching to reduce physician burnout: A randomized, three‑arm, waitlist‑controlled trial. Journal of General Internal Medicine. 2025. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40643743/ medTHRIVE Connect — Quarterly leadership book club community (free) Hélène Thériault ) — https://diveintoacoachapproach.com/transforming-healthcare-coaching/ Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

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  Episode #118

  Being on the other side: Lessons Klaus Grim | Episode 118

  Jul 20, 202629 min

  When crisis hits, self-care feels impossible — but that's exactly when pre-built wellness habits save you. Co-host Klaus Grim, PA-C, opens up about navigating his mother-in-law's terminal cancer diagnosis and how his coaching skills — validation, open-ended questions, and strategic kindness — became his most powerful tools for patient advocacy and family support. Chapters and Time-stamps: 02:00 Why Self Care Matters 03:45 Klaus Story And Diagnosis 04:50 Habits That Kept Me Going 08:25 Navigating A New System 10:41 Advocacy Win Private Room 15:27 How It Changed My Practice 21:57 Coaching Skills In Action 24:56 Key Takeaways And Closing Guest Details Klaus Grim, PA-C Co-host, Transforming Healthcare Coaching Podcast Physician Assistant — Emergency Medicine & Urgent Care Professional Coach, Transforming Healthcare Coaching podcast@transforminghealthcarecoaching.com References from the Episode VitalTalk — Communication framework for delivering serious news with empathy; NURSE mnemonic for acknowledging/validating emotions Dr. Angie Ingraham — True North Patient Advocacy (prior episode) Helene Thierault— "Coach Approach" in clinical practice (prior episode) Concept: Coach Approach in Medicine — Bird's-eye view, open-ended questions, silence, and validation as clinical tools Disability Office (hospital) — Underutilized resource for patient accommodation advocacy Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

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  Episode #116

  Exclusion and Belonging in Healthcare Leadership with Natalie Holder | Episode 116

  Jul 5, 202642 min

  Why do well-meaning healthcare leaders unintentionally create exclusionary workplaces? Employment lawyer Natalie Holder, Esq., SPHR unpacks the 10 hidden indicators of a broken workplace culture — from informal mentoring gaps to bullying and dual identity — and reveals how subtle bias quietly erodes belonging, engagement, and patient care. Chapters and Time-stamps: 01:32 Meet Natalie Holder 03:07 From Journalism to Law 06:48 Intent vs Impact in Care 08:37 A Sepsis Wake Up Call 12:49 Culture Shapes Patient Care 14:31 Coaching as Culture Shift 16:50 Inside the Book Exclusion 19:57 In Groups and Out Groups 21:19 Broken Culture Indicators 23:30 Bullying and Dual Identity 30:49 Accommodations and Disability 32:28 How Leaders Start Changing 33:05 Data Driven Self Awareness 38:47 Work With Natalie Closing 👤 Guest Details Natalie Holder, Esq., SPHR - Founder & President, Quest Employment Initiatives - Employment lawyer specializing in workplace culture, discrimination litigation, and DEI strategy across healthcare systems, federal agencies, and law firms. - Education: NYU (Communications), Tulane Law School - Former roles: HR, legal firms, NYC Mayor's Office - Author: Exclusion: Strategies for Increasing Diversity in Recruitment, Retention, and Promotion 🌐 natalieholderspeaks.com 📚 References from the Episode Book: Exclusion by Natalie Holder — top 10 indicators of a broken workplace culture (informal mentoring, bullying, dual identity, isolation, inability to recover from mistakes, insensitivity/civil discourse, and more) Yale Smilow Cancer Center — Healthcare disparities conference founded by Natalie Holder, New Haven, CT Concept: In-group vs. Out-group dynamics in workplace culture Reasonable Accommodation — ADA-related workplace case example (diabetic nurse) Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

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