Welcome back to Bread to Lead, the podcast dedicated to empowering leaders across the globe, with a special focus on healthcare. I'm your host, Dr. Jake Tayler Jacobs, and I'm thrilled to share another inspiring episode with you.

In today's episode, we introduce the concept of "Bridge Builders"—the vital role you play as a leader in connecting departments, ideas, and people to improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes. We discuss the importance of developing future leaders through our Next Step Leadership program, which emphasizes early identification, continuous development, practical experience, and mentorship.

We'll also reflect on the feedback from our previous episode on emotional intelligence, share real-world examples of successful leadership development, and explore the challenges and strategies for implementing a robust leadership pipeline within your organization.

Join us as we delve into how you can create a legacy of leadership that ensures the long-term success and sustainability of healthcare organizations. Don't miss out on practical insights, tools, and strategies to elevate your leadership journey.

Stay tuned, and remember to keep building those bridges with purpose, authenticity, and heart.