On Pushing the Envelope this week, James Gilman sat down with Ben Seals, CEO of Thomas Eye Group.
Together, they explore Ben's journey within the organization, from starting as operations to becoming CEO, and delve into the strategies and challenges involved in cultivating a culture of innovation and growth.
Here's a breakdown of the key points discussed:
▪ Ben's Journey to CEO:
Ben shares how he transitioned from an operational role to interim CEO and eventually full-time CEO, emphasizing the importance of seizing opportunities and leaning into discomfort.
▪ Building a Visionary Culture:
The discussion revolves around fostering a culture of innovation and pushing the envelope in a traditional industry like healthcare. Ben highlights the significance of aligning vision with execution capacity and creating a safe space for experimentation and learning.
▪ Navigating Growth Challenges:
With Thomas Eye Group's remarkable growth from seven to 17 locations, Ben reflects on the challenges of mergers, acquisitions, and scaling operations while maintaining quality care and staff development.
▪ Leadership Insights:
Ben shares leadership lessons, including the value of humility, grace, and celebrating failures. He emphasizes the importance of communication, individualized leadership styles, and preparing future leaders for success.
▪ Looking Ahead:
The episode concludes with a glimpse into the future of Thomas Eye Group, celebrating its 50th anniversary and its commitment to providing exceptional eye care while continuing to innovate and grow.
Ready to gain valuable insights on leadership, innovation, and navigating growth in the healthcare industry?
On Pushing the Envelope this week, James Gilman sat down with Ben Seals, CEO of Thomas Eye Group.
Together, they explore Ben's journey within the organization, from starting as operations to becoming CEO, and delve into the strategies and challenges involved in cultivating a culture of innovation and growth.
Here's a breakdown of the key points discussed:
▪ Ben's Journey to CEO:
Ben shares how he transitioned from an operational role to interim CEO and eventually full-time CEO, emphasizing the importance of seizing opportunities and leaning into discomfort.
▪ Building a Visionary Culture:
The discussion revolves around fostering a culture of innovation and pushing the envelope in a traditional industry like healthcare. Ben highlights the significance of aligning vision with execution capacity and creating a safe space for experimentation and learning.
▪ Navigating Growth Challenges:
With Thomas Eye Group's remarkable growth from seven to 17 locations, Ben reflects on the challenges of mergers, acquisitions, and scaling operations while maintaining quality care and staff development.
▪ Leadership Insights:
Ben shares leadership lessons, including the value of humility, grace, and celebrating failures. He emphasizes the importance of communication, individualized leadership styles, and preparing future leaders for success.
▪ Looking Ahead:
The episode concludes with a glimpse into the future of Thomas Eye Group, celebrating its 50th anniversary and its commitment to providing exceptional eye care while continuing to innovate and grow.
Ready to gain valuable insights on leadership, innovation, and navigating growth in the healthcare industry?