Nominate a leader- BWH Bulletin - For and about the People of Brigham and Women's Hospital
Nominate a leader- BWH Bulletin - For and about the People of Brigham and Women's Hospital
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September 22, 2000
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A Lifetime of Women’s Health
This month’s Service Hero
A Call For Leaders
Everyone Screams for Top 10 Ice Cream!
Nominate a leader
Blood Donation Challenge Results: BWH–306;MGH–449
More Success for Team Brigham
New Nursing Appointment
Hispanic Heritage Event at SJPHC
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Picker Data Still Offers Value
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Facing a struggle with lymphoma that provided him with a renewed perspective on life, former vice president of Public Affairs Dennis Thomson took pen in hand and articulated better than anyone the elements of character and leadership. Writing in a journal that chronicled his fight against the disease, Thomson reflected on the importance of values: “As someone living with cancer who by necessity has faced my own mortality, let me gently suggest to you that you work your life backward from that final scene. Know now what you want your life to mean, what you want your legacy to be, and imbue those thousands of days between now and then with the actions and the values that will reap what you seek to harvest in your life.” Dennis J. Thomson Leadership Award 2001 To cultivate and recognize the character, strength and courage of true leadership. The Dennis J. Thomson Leadership Award will recognize an outstanding member of the BWH community who demonstrates key qualities of leadership, such as character, competency, composure, commitment, courage, and care for people. The Dennis J. Thomson Leadership Award reflects on the contributions of the Public Affairs vice president, who was well regarded for his compassion and values. Thomson ultimately lost his fight with cancer at the age of 49, but left a lasting legacy of commitment, loyalty, and character. To be eligible, the nominee must maintain an active BWH role and be in good standing at the hospital. Nominations are due on or before November 17, 2000. The recipient will receive reimbursement of up to $1,000 to attend a leadership skills-building conference. In addition, the hospital will donate $1,000 in the name of the recipient to the Dennis J. Thomson Fund to support compassionate care at BWH. Dennis J. Thomson Leadership Award 2001 Nomination Form Leadership has been defined in many ways. Among the qualities often cited are character, composure, commitment, courage, coaching, competency, and care for people. Please use two or three of these qualities and describe the nominee’s leadership ability. Feel free to attach additional pages if necessary. Name of person nominated: Title: Department: Name of recommending person: Contact number for recommending person: Please complete this form and mail interoffice or fax to: Margarita Solis Office of Public Affairs 116 Huntington Avenue, 5th floor Fax: (617) 437-1924 Nominations are due on or before November 17, 2000. For more information, contact your human resources generalist. Qualities of Leadership Character Character is often defined as doing the right thing when no one is watching. It means acting in an honest, straight-forward manner. It stems from respect of all people. Composure Maintaining a sense of calm and being collected under the most adverse conditions. Composure means that you are able to take a step back and be thoughtful while under stress. Commitment Dedication to a cause, value or concern. A person must demonstrate a willing appreciation and support for the values of this organization, including quality patient care, teaching excellence, research leadership, customer focus, respect for the individual, teamwork, ability to embrace change, and operational efficiency. Courage Demonstrating the ability to withstand dire circumstances in a way that reinforces an element of professionalism and respect. Coaching Ensuring a legacy of institutional and personal values for those who will someday follow in your footsteps. Taking the extra time to cultivate and refine the skills talents of newcomers to the organization. Competency To thoroughly understand a person’s role within the organization and the community and to consistently deliver the highest quality of service. Care for People To recognize the contributions of all members of the BWH community and to treat our staff, employees, patients and families with respect. Understanding that complex problems can be best addressed through a diversity of viewpoints.