“More Than a Moment: Celebrating People as a Leadership Practice”

“Recognition isn’t a seasonal activity. It’s a leadership mindset.”

This week, I reflected on the power of celebrating people—not just during Patient Experience Week or Hospital Week, but as an everyday leadership practice.

Whether it’s a nurse who eases anxiety or a provider who advocates for their team, these moments shape culture more than any strategic plan ever could.

As we prepare for the wave of May recognitions, I’m choosing to carry this forward:
✨ Don’t just mark the calendar. Mark the hearts of the people you lead.