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Children Matter

Children Are Not Little Adults Children are not simply smaller versions of adults. Their physical, emotional, developmental, and social needs differ profoundly from those of adults. Yet, children’s Read more

Beyond the Transition

Beyond the Transition

When your identity has, for many years, been deeply aligned with a leadership role in child health, when the path ahead feels clear and purposeful, stepping away from that direction is a true game Read more

Part 4 – A Framework for Leadership Transition

Part 4 – A Framework for Leadership Transition

Although I came across this framework after my transition, Spencer Stuart outlines key stages and strategies for navigating leadership transitions. These may be helpful for others considering a simil Read more

Part 3 – Building the Future

Part 3 – Building the Future

Initially, I assumed I would need to recruit someone with a health background. However, as I widened my perspective, I began to see the potential within the existing team. It became clear that the Read more

Part 2 – Leading With Values

Part 2 – Leading With Values

I did not want to overstay my welcome and risk becoming weary or losing perspective. I did not want the responsibility of transition to fall to others. I strongly believe in creating space for emerg Read more

Part 1 – The Decision to Transition

Part 1 – The Decision to Transition

Planning a transition that will have a meaningful impact—not only on oneself, but also on colleagues, clients, and stakeholders—requires careful thought and preparation. When done well, there are Read more