In this episode, Geoffrey Smith sits down with Kelly Hines-Stellisch to unpack the hidden cost of burnout in healthcare and why information alone is never enough to create real change. Drawing from her lived experience as a nurse practitioner, researcher, and wellness coach, Kelly explains why healthcare leaders struggle to act on the overwhelming evidence around workforce wellbeing and how the disconnect between frontline clinicians and administrators keeps systems stuck. They explore the reality of post-pandemic trauma, the illusion of "quick win" wellness fixes, and the urgent need to translate knowledge into action. Through powerful stories from the bedside and coaching room, the conversation reveals how reclaiming energy, agency, and small moments of joy can restore purpose, rebuild hope, and help clinicians move from survival mode back into meaningful, sustainable work.

Additional Resources:

Follow Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-hines-stellisch/

Feel free to email Kelly: kellyyhines@gmail.com

isit Reviving Wellness Coaching: https://revivingwellnesscoaching.com/

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Key Takeaways:

• Burnout in healthcare is systemic, not personal, and requires system-level change.
• Information alone does not create transformation, action is what moves people forward.
• Frontline clinicians and administrators speak different languages, and bridges must be built between them.
• "Quick win" wellness initiatives fail when they ignore the lived reality of the workforce.
• Restoring energy and agency allows clinicians to advocate, reconnect with purpose, and sustain long careers.

In this episode, Geoffrey Smith sits down with Katina Sawyer to explore what truly drives wellbeing, engagement, and human flourishing at work. Katina shares how her research bridges science and real-world leadership, revealing why good intentions are not enough without clear, actionable behaviors. Together, they unpack what exemplary leaders actually do, from showing up authentically and building meaningful relationships to creating cultures of gratitude, flexibility, and psychological safety. Through stories from healthcare and beyond, the conversation highlights how small, human moments can create lasting impact, how leaders shape environments that unlock potential, and why attention, presence, and compassion are the real engines of engagement and performance.

Additional Resources:

Follow Katina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katina-sawyer-ph-d/

Take a look at Katina's book: workrbeeing.com/book

Take a look at Mo-Ments of Experience's website: www.mo-mentsofexperience.com

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Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peopleforward-network/

Learn more about PeopleForward Network: https://peopleforwardnetwork.com/

Key Takeaways:

• Great leaders turn inspiration into action by giving people clear, practical behaviors to follow.
• Authentic, human leadership builds trust and helps people see themselves as capable leaders.
• Gratitude creates a ripple effect that strengthens connection, morale, and retention.
• Strong relationships save time by reducing conflict and empowering teams to support one another.
• Leaders shape environments that unlock potential by honoring boundaries and removing stigma around struggle.

this episode, Geoffrey Smith and Cory Jenks discuss the importance of human connection in healthcare, the need for innovation, and the challenges faced by healthcare professionals. Cory shares his unique background as a pharmacist and improv comedian, emphasizing the significance of creating meaningful experiences for patients and caregivers alike. They explore the barriers to change within the healthcare system and the potential for individual engagement to drive transformation. The conversation highlights the importance of authentic presence, breaking down self-imposed limits, and the lessons learned from both positive and negative experiences in healthcare.

Additional Resources:

Follow Cory on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-jenks-3ba17314/

Take a look Cory's book, Permission to Care: Building a Healthcare Culture that Thrives in Chaos: https://rb.gy/4a8yoo www.coryjenks.com

www.mo-mentsofexperience.com

Subscribe to Mo-Ments of Experience on YouTube! https://youtube.com/@mo-mentsofexperience?si=IZAB036xX1mmrn2C\\

Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peopleforward-network/

Learn more about PeopleForward Network: https://peopleforwardnetwork.com/

Key Takeaways:

• Cory emphasizes the importance of getting patients off medication.
• Healthcare professionals can create joy in their work environments.
• Authentic presence is crucial in patient care.
• Building trust with patients is essential for effective healthcare.
• Self-imposed limits can hinder innovation in healthcare.