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Dr. Maha Mohamad returns to discuss authentic leadership strategies for women physicians, challenging the stereotype that women should remain silent and hold space. We explore how vulnerability enhances credibility and effectiveness as leaders when balanced with confidence, sharing personal examples from parenting and patient care.

• Women physicians can lead by showing up to events and meetings, and ensuring their voices are heard
• Overcoming imposter syndrome requires silencing your inner chatterbox and occupying your rightful space
• Embracing vulnerability with patients and team members enhances credibility rather than diminishing it
• Using self-auditing to evaluate what went well and what can be improved regularly
• Comparing yourself only to your past self rather than others leads to authentic growth
• Finding purpose through quiet reflection and working backward from your goals
• Accepting we're lifelong learners makes us better leaders and physicians

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Dr. Mohamad shares her journey as a physician leader, highlighting the delicate balance between micromanaging and providing autonomy. We discuss how building trust with team members creates the foundation for effective leadership while maintaining professional standards and clear expectations.

• Finding the balance between professionalism and friendliness in communication
• Leading within yourself by understanding your communication style and personality traits
• Listening to understand rather than listening to respond
• Creating inclusive problem-solving approaches that draw on team expertise
• Establishing clear boundaries while maintaining kindness and respect
• Embodying core values as the key to gaining team buy-in
• Recognizing that different situations may require different leadership approaches

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Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician.


Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving!
https://www.theworthyphysician.com/books

Let's connect for speaking opportunities!
https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speaker

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We explore the essential yet often overlooked foundation of physician leadership: knowing yourself. Dr. Maha Mohamad and Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque dispel the "I was born ready" myth that permeates medicine, discussing how physicians are expected to lead without formal training.

• Leadership must begin with self-knowledge about personality type, communication style, and values
• Online assessments like Myers-Briggs can provide valuable insights into how you naturally process information
• Medical culture's traditional "do as you're told" hierarchy undermines effective leadership
• Creating psychological safety and judgment-free environments leads to richer collaboration
• Unlearning ingrained patterns is essential but challenging for physicians
• Cultural diversity and exposure to different perspectives expand leadership capabilities
• Even 15-20 minutes of self-reflection can significantly improve leadership skills
• Leadership expertise extends beyond clinical settings into all aspects of life

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Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician.


Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving!
https://www.theworthyphysician.com/books

Let's connect for speaking opportunities!
https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speaker

Check out the free resources from The Worthy Physician:
https://www.theworthyphysician.com/freebie-downloads

Battle of the Boxes

21 Day Self Focus Journal