Welcome to the leadership lounge, for all who work or lead in healthcare. Where you get a fresh take on your work as a healthcare leader.

It’s a place to pause, think, and reflect, leaving you refreshed, and inspired. You’ll feel encouraged and able to keep going.

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Latest Episodes

The one where I forgot it was Easter!
Katie Quinney Katie Quinney

The one where I forgot it was Easter!

A brief mid-week arrival, confessing my lack of planning and wrapping up season 3.

Of course, I share what I did when I noticed that I’d ‘forgotten’ it was Easter. In this episode, I’m sharing a way to get a handle on things beyond today’s urgent crisis or deadline.

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Leading Through Scarcity: The Abundance Mindset Advantage
Katie Quinney Katie Quinney

Leading Through Scarcity: The Abundance Mindset Advantage

This episode isn’t about pretending things aren’t tough—it’s about the power of noticing how you think, and choosing to lead with clarity and impact anyway. We explore the Abundance Mindset and how it supports stronger, more intentional leadership—even in stretched systems

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Milestones & Meaning: Lessons from 50 Conversations on Leadership
Personal Leadership Development Katie Quinney Personal Leadership Development Katie Quinney

Milestones & Meaning: Lessons from 50 Conversations on Leadership

Behind every episode of The Leadership Lounge is a deeper reason for showing up. Hitting the 50-episode mark felt like the right time to pause and reflect—not just on the podcast, but on this leadership thing. Every leadership journey starts somewhere—but what keeps it going? In this episode, I share three key reflections that have shaped both the podcast and my own leadership: getting clear on your why, showing up with persistence (especially on the tough days), and staying adaptable as things around you change.

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#49 Collaboration & Cooperation in Healthcare: Knowing the Difference and Making an Impact
Katie Quinney Katie Quinney

#49 Collaboration & Cooperation in Healthcare: Knowing the Difference and Making an Impact

Every day, healthcare teams work together—but are they cooperating or collaborating? And does it matter? In this episode, we explore the key differences, when to use each approach, and why shared purpose is the glue that makes both work. Whether you're a new charge nurse leading a team or a seasoned leader looking to foster deeper collaboration, this conversation will give you practical insights to build trust, alignment, and impact.

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#48 From New to Thriving: How to Set Up Your Leaders for Success
Katie Quinney Katie Quinney

#48 From New to Thriving: How to Set Up Your Leaders for Success

Stepping into a leadership role is like jumping onto a fast-moving treadmill—you’re expected to get up to speed quickly while making decisions, managing people, and finding your footing. If you are leading leaders, you play a critical role in ensuring new team leaders don’t just survive but thrive. In this episode, we break down three foundational moves that will set them up for success.

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Intelligent Kindness in Healthcare: A Radical Approach to the System We Need
Katie Quinney Katie Quinney

Intelligent Kindness in Healthcare: A Radical Approach to the System We Need

What if kindness wasn’t just a personal trait but a powerful force for transforming healthcare? I dive into Intelligent Kindness, a concept that shifts kindness from being seen as ‘soft’ to a strategic approach for stronger teams, better patient care, and a healthier system. From tackling self-doubt to building trust and therapeutic alliances, this episode offers a fresh perspective on why kindness—when applied intelligently—is anything but soft.

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Small Steps means Big Progress: 4 Steps for Smart Leaders
Katie Quinney Katie Quinney

Small Steps means Big Progress: 4 Steps for Smart Leaders

Tackling a challenge can feel overwhelming, but the key is to start right and stay the course. In this short episode, I share a simple yet powerful four-step framework: It’s about clarity, curiosity, and the grit to see things through. A short and practical listen for leaders in the thick of it!

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Psychological Safety in Healthcare: How It Transforms Your Team and Your Work
Katie Quinney Katie Quinney

Psychological Safety in Healthcare: How It Transforms Your Team and Your Work

What happens when staff are afraid to speak up? Healthcare teams struggle with stress, turnover, and burnout—but when psychological safety is strong, collaboration, learning, and performance thrive. In this episode, we break down what psychological safety is, the stories of where it started and the impacts when you have it, and what happens when you don’t. If you care about retention, resilience, and results, this is for you.

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Leadership Under Pressure: Prioritising What Matters
Katie Quinney Katie Quinney

Leadership Under Pressure: Prioritising What Matters

Healthcare leaders are being asked to do the impossible. So, how do we make the work achievable? In this episode, we talk about the courage it takes to prioritise and how we talk risk when setting those priorities.

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