In today’s episode we are joined by Richard Larison, Executive Vice President, Medpoint Asia, Manila, Philippines
Navigating a career path is seldom a straight line. This notion comes remarkably true in our conversation with Richard Larison, a seasoned leader in hospital administration who has spent a significant part of his career working internationally. From his humble beginnings with an accounting degree to becoming the CEO of various hospitals, Richard’s journey offers profound insights into decision-making, overcoming challenges, and the importance of staying true to one’s inner voice.
He discusses the challenges and lessons learned while building a hospital in Bangladesh, emphasizing the importance of being truthful and making tough decisions quickly. The conversation delves into Richard's leadership philosophy, career decisions, and the importance of understanding one's role in life.
Key moments in the podcast:
02:23 Richard's Career Journey
03:38 Making the Switch to Healthcare
06:16 Facing Parental Pushback
07:34 Support Structures and Decision Making
08:58 First Job in Healthcare
12:24 Challenges and Credibility
14:46 International Career Moves
18:16 Building a Hospital in Bangladesh
22:49 Lessons from Bangladesh
25:20 Key Decision Points in Career
28:19 Current Role and Reflections
30:30 Final Nuggets of Wisdom
33:04 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview
Here is what stays with us from this conversation:
Career Transitions and Adaptability
* Importance of intuition in career decisions, even when facing opposition.
* Pivotal moments often arise from unexpected influences or conversations.
Stepping Out of Comfort Zones
* Taking on international roles can expand understanding and adaptability.
* Navigating cultural and operational differences teaches valuable lessons in patience.
Leadership Lessons
* Success can be achieved through various approaches—flexibility is key.
* Decisive action and saying 'no' early helps avoid bigger issues.
* Balance self-reliance with seeking expertise when necessary.
Navigating Career Decision Points
* Align career choices with personal goals and broader life purpose.
* Decisions driven purely by logic rather than values may lead to regret.
* Long-term career growth involves working with trusted teams and adaptability.
* Reputation and expertise can naturally attract career opportunities.
Richard’s key nuggets of advice for leaders:
* Understand personal passions and roles.
* Trust your inner voice when making decisions.
* Consider how career choices impact others and lead with empathy.
* Career paths are seldom linear, requiring adaptability, intuition, and alignment with values for success.
Connect with Richard Larison
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