Surface – Lean on Me: Finding Inspiration to Lead from Experts, Colleagues and Within – Part 2

In part two of this two-part episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track, Sabrina Beroz and Michelle Moulton continue their discussion of key themes from the 2023 NLN Leadership Institute retreat. They delve into strategic planning and thinking, emphasizing the importance of team collaboration, psychological safety, and the differentiation between strategic planning and strategic thinking. The conversation also explores the role of neuroscience in leadership, particularly how emotions and the amygdala influence decision-making and team dynamics. Advocacy is highlighted as a crucial leadership skill, especially in understanding and navigating budget systems to secure resources and support for nursing programs. The episode concludes with reflections on the importance of financial acumen for leaders and recommendations for leadership resources and books.Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.