Ep. 171: "It Begins With You... But It's Not About You" | Leadership Lessons from Cora Tellez

"It begins with you, but it's not about you."That may have been my favorite quote from this conversation—but when you're sitting down with a true healthcare legend like Cora Tellez, it's nearly impossible to pick just one.In this episode of The H.I.T. Podcast, Toby Kennedy talks with Cora, whose remarkable career has spanned nearly five decades. From leading organizations like Kaiser Permanente, Blue Shield of California, Prudential, and Health Net to founding Sterling Administration and launching new ventures in healthcare innovation, Cora shares the leadership lessons that have shaped her extraordinary journey.This conversation is packed with timeless wisdom for leaders, entrepreneurs, HR professionals, and anyone looking to make a lasting impact.In this episode:Cora's incredible journey through the healthcare industryThree leadership principles that have guided her careerWhy failure should lead to learning—not blameWhy no leader succeeds aloneThe importance of addressing personnel issues earlyFinding purpose, building community, and aging wellHow creativity outside of work can make you a stronger leaderWhether you're leading a company, managing a team, or simply looking to grow, Cora's insights are practical, inspiring, and as relevant today as ever.