It's an Inside Job

Mastering Crisis Leadership: Building Resilient Teams with a Former WHO Doctor.

March 20, 2023 Jason Birkevold Liem Season 3 Episode 12
Mastering Crisis Leadership: Building Resilient Teams with a Former WHO Doctor.
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It's an Inside Job
Mastering Crisis Leadership: Building Resilient Teams with a Former WHO Doctor.
Mar 20, 2023 Season 3 Episode 12
Jason Birkevold Liem

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Ever wondered how leaders in public health navigate through emergencies like HIV/AIDS, polio, and Ebola? What if you could gain insights from a seasoned professional who has dedicated over 40 years to addressing these challenges? If you're curious about building resilient teams and effective leadership in crisis situations, this episode is for you.

Welcome to this episode, where I have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Rui Gama Vaz, a retired medical doctor from the World Health Organization (WHO) with over two decades of service in various capacities. Dr. Vaz, originally from Mozambique, holds a Master of Public Health from the University of Washington, USA. His extensive career includes significant roles such as the Coordinator of Country Cooperation Unit at WHO Headquarters in Geneva, WHO Representative in Angola, and Head of the WHO Country Office in Nigeria, among others.

Imagine gaining insights from a public health expert who has successfully managed teams through some of the world's most challenging health crises. 

By listening to this episode, you can:

  • Understand Crisis Management: Learn about the main challenges faced in addressing public health emergencies and effective strategies to overcome them.
  • Build Resilient Teams: Discover how to build and maintain resilient and responsive teams in complex environments.
  • Leadership and Motivation: Gain practical advice on empowering and motivating staff, especially in difficult and challenging settings.

Three Benefits You'll Gain:

  1. Crisis Leadership Insights: Learn how to navigate and manage public health emergencies with strong leadership and effective decision-making.
  2. Team Resilience Strategies: Understand the key elements needed to build resilient and motivated teams in the face of adversity.
  3. Personal Growth Tips: Discover how to shift from self-doubt to self-confidence and receive valuable advice for young leaders.

Are you ready to learn about resilience and leadership in public health from a seasoned expert? Scroll up and click play to join our enlightening conversation with Dr. Rui Gama Vaz.

 Gain the insights and strategies you need to lead effectively, build resilient teams, and navigate complex health emergencies.

REFERENCES:
S1 E9:
Leadership, Resilience & Transformation. Interview with Agnes Cserhati.
S2 E7:
Building an Archive of Human Struggle & Triumph One Story at a Time. Interview with Jimmy Westerheim: Founder of The Human Aspect
S2 E19:
How to Give Feedback: Learning to Communicate Directly & Diplomatically.

CONNECT WITH ME:
webpage:   www.MINDtalk.no
Instagram  @itsaninsidejob_MINDtalk
LinkedIn:    @JasonLiem
Twitter:      @MINDtalkCoach

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Get in touch with us! We’d appreciate your feedback and comments.

Ever wondered how leaders in public health navigate through emergencies like HIV/AIDS, polio, and Ebola? What if you could gain insights from a seasoned professional who has dedicated over 40 years to addressing these challenges? If you're curious about building resilient teams and effective leadership in crisis situations, this episode is for you.

Welcome to this episode, where I have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Rui Gama Vaz, a retired medical doctor from the World Health Organization (WHO) with over two decades of service in various capacities. Dr. Vaz, originally from Mozambique, holds a Master of Public Health from the University of Washington, USA. His extensive career includes significant roles such as the Coordinator of Country Cooperation Unit at WHO Headquarters in Geneva, WHO Representative in Angola, and Head of the WHO Country Office in Nigeria, among others.

Imagine gaining insights from a public health expert who has successfully managed teams through some of the world's most challenging health crises. 

By listening to this episode, you can:

  • Understand Crisis Management: Learn about the main challenges faced in addressing public health emergencies and effective strategies to overcome them.
  • Build Resilient Teams: Discover how to build and maintain resilient and responsive teams in complex environments.
  • Leadership and Motivation: Gain practical advice on empowering and motivating staff, especially in difficult and challenging settings.

Three Benefits You'll Gain:

  1. Crisis Leadership Insights: Learn how to navigate and manage public health emergencies with strong leadership and effective decision-making.
  2. Team Resilience Strategies: Understand the key elements needed to build resilient and motivated teams in the face of adversity.
  3. Personal Growth Tips: Discover how to shift from self-doubt to self-confidence and receive valuable advice for young leaders.

Are you ready to learn about resilience and leadership in public health from a seasoned expert? Scroll up and click play to join our enlightening conversation with Dr. Rui Gama Vaz.

 Gain the insights and strategies you need to lead effectively, build resilient teams, and navigate complex health emergencies.

REFERENCES:
S1 E9:
Leadership, Resilience & Transformation. Interview with Agnes Cserhati.
S2 E7:
Building an Archive of Human Struggle & Triumph One Story at a Time. Interview with Jimmy Westerheim: Founder of The Human Aspect
S2 E19:
How to Give Feedback: Learning to Communicate Directly & Diplomatically.

CONNECT WITH ME:
webpage:   www.MINDtalk.no
Instagram  @itsaninsidejob_MINDtalk
LinkedIn:    @JasonLiem
Twitter:      @MINDtalkCoach

Support the Show.


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