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In this episode of Last Visit First, Tom Maxwell sits down with Dr. Heather Hodges, organizational psychologist and CEO of Hodges Group International, to explore what it truly takes to lead frontline teams in the care at home industry.
Dr. Hodges shares her unique journey from creative professional to leadership strategist, bringing fresh perspective to an industry that demands both heart and strategy. At the center of the conversation is her groundbreaking framework, The 12 Types of Creative Genius—a model that reframes innovation as something far beyond lab coats and research papers.
According to Dr. Hodges, innovation is the engine that allows clinicians to solve complex problems at the bedside every single day. It's not reserved for scientists—it's embedded in the work of nurses, therapists, and aides who adapt, improvise, and care under pressure.
This episode digs into the "Heart Work" required to lead in home health: the emotional intelligence, the resilience, and the creativity that transforms leadership from a role into a calling. Whether you're managing a team or caring for patients, Dr. Hodges offers a compelling case for why leading in this space requires more than competence—it requires purpose.
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