The onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we see the healthcare system. It’s understandable to start to lose confidence in it. Especially in this day and age where social media and disinformation are prevalent, we forget its contributions, including the drugs and medicine that have helped us live better and longer lives. In this episode, Ben Breier, equipped with years of experience in the healthcare sector, shares the latest developments in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. He gives us an insider perspective on telemedicine and how it can improve our relationship with healthcare. Ben also discusses his takes on making intentional disruptions, as well as leadership and collaboration as a veteran in the healthcare sector. If you want to hear the ins and outs of the healthcare sector, then this episode is for you! 3 Reasons to Listen:Take a look into the current state of the healthcare industry.Regain confidence in the healthcare sector, especially during the COVID pandemic. Learn how to handle stress both individually and as a corporate leader. ResourcesBen Breier’s websiteGet Ben's book Intentional Disruption Connect with Ben on LinkedInAbout BenjaminBenjamin Breier is the former CEO and Board of Directors member of Kindred Healthcare, where he served from March 2015 to December 2021. He is also a member of the Board for the Federation of American Hospitals, the Wall Street Journal CEO Council, and the Louisville Healthcare CEO Council.Ben is the author of Intentional Disruption. He’s built on decades of experience at nearly every industry level and distilled what he’s learned into lessons that leaders — regardless of industry — can reference to make intentional disruptions by being prepared, intentional, and fearless.Episode Highlights[01:52] Introducing Benjamin BrierBen Brier is a health executive and the former CEO of Kindred Healthcare, where he served for nine years. Ben describes himself as a blue-collar operator of businesses who has worked his way to becoming the CEO of a publicly-traded Fortune 500 company. He specializes in managing companies with “large geographic disbursement of lots of different service sites.”Ben left Kindred Healthcare after it was sold to another strategic healthcare company in Nashville.Ben authored Intentional Disruption, a book on leadership lessons in healthcare, business, and beyond.[10:35] The COVID Pandemic and Working From Home Ben sees the pandemic as an opportunity to get himself off the road. Since the pandemic started, Ben has started to take more care of his physical and mental health.Ben follows a structured morning schedule with a workout regimen, meditation sessions, a good breakfast, and reading time.[11:12] The State of the Healthcare IndustryHealthcare is a very, very complex industry.The COVID-19 pandemic exposed significant issues in our healthcare system,...

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