"Leading from Within: Kellie O’Farrell on Advocacy, Resilience, and Thriving with Disability"
In this episode of Leading with Hearts & Minds, we sit down with Kellie O’Farrell, a Senior Occupational Therapist with the HSE, to explore her leadership, resilience, and empowerment journey. Kellie shares her lived experience of navigating visible and hidden disabilities and how she has harnessed her strength and determination to lead confidently in her personal and professional life.
Through advocacy, empowerment, and communication, Kellie has overcome challenges and thrived—demonstrating leadership that inspires change and inclusion. Tune in for a robust conversation on resilience, self-leadership, and the power of owning your story.
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Leading Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the HSE: James Glover.
In this episode, Mr James Glover, National Lead for Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, HSE, shares his experience of how he began his career in Scotland and moved into the area of DEI before migrating to Ireland, where he has led the way in transforming inclusion in the healthcare workforce in the HSE.
Throughout the podcast, James clearly explains his understanding of DEI and his belief in supporting people to demonstrate it personally and professionally.
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Leading with Purpose: Sharon Slattery on Nursing, Leadership, and Healthcare Innovation
In this episode, we explore the journey of Sharon Slattery, a distinguished healthcare leader with over 30 years of experience in an acute academic teaching hospital. With 15 years in senior leadership roles and multiple promotions within St. James’s Hospital, Dublin, Sharon brings a wealth of insight into clinical leadership, patient care, and the evolving role of nursing in modern healthcare. In 2018, she was appointed Director of Nursing, where she continues to shape nursing practice and leadership.
Dr Aoife Lane from the National Clinical Leadership Centre for Nurses and Midwives is joining Sharon in this conversation.
Together, they discuss Sharon’s career path, the challenges and rewards of leadership in a complex healthcare environment, and the lessons she’s learned.
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The personal and professional leadership journey of a senior leader - Paul Gallagher, Regional Director of Nursing and Midwifery
Mr Paul Gallagher, Regional Director of Nursing and Midwifery, HSE Dublin and the South East, shares the experiences, insights, and lessons he has learned throughout his life that have shaped him into the leader he is today. Paul offers an honest account of the influences, opportunities, and challenges that impacted his career choice and professional journey and led him to his current role.
Throughout this podcast, Paul reflects on and shares some resources he uses when leading a complex and uncertain system.
Whether you are starting your career or coming close to retirement, Paul’s story supports the listener in considering the joys, disappointments, connections, and successes of a professional who is proud to be the nurse leader he is today.
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Leading with Hearts & Minds Coming Soon
Leading with Hearts & Minds"
Discover the untold stories behind the leaders shaping the future of healthcare. In "Leading with Hearts & Minds, "We bring you intimate, one-to-one conversations with healthcare professionals who have navigated extraordinary challenges and triumphs.
Each episode reveals the personal journeys, hard-earned lessons, and human moments that define leadership in one of the world's most demanding fields.
Whether you're a healthcare professional, a leader, or simply curious about the heart and mind behind outstanding leadership, this podcast offers inspiration and insight with every story.
"Leading with Hearts & Minds"
Discover the untold stories behind the leaders shaping the future of healthcare. In "Leading with Hearts & Minds, "We bring you intimate, one-to-one conversations with healthcare professionals who have navigated extraordinary challenges and triumphs.
Each episode reveals the personal journeys, hard-earned lessons, and human moments that define leadership in one of the world's most demanding fields.
Whether you're a healthcare professional, a leader, or simply curious about the heart and mind behind outstanding leadership, this podcast offers inspiration and insight with every story.
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