I am currently on Module 4 of the "Leading Without Limits Masterclass".....this one is really speaking to me! Dr. Jake is uncovering truths that some people need to hear, including myself. If you haven't started listening, what are you waiting for! 😀

Today’s episode is the one everyone in SPD needs to see. We’re breaking down the problems every department feels but rarely talks about honestly: • Broken equipment leadership refuses to fix • Turnover that wipes out progress every few months • Burnout and being unheard when you speak up • Audits that feel like punishment instead of protection • Recurring workflow issues nobody wants to own And we’re not just describing the problems... ...we’re showing how to actually influence change, get leadership buy-in, and stop repeating the same battles week after week. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or frustrated in SPD… this finale is built for you. 🔴 LIVE at 12pm CSThttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMPrLo1dIPo

I was just thinking… One of the biggest challenges in Sterile Processing isn’t the technical side of the job. Most of you all can master the tray line, the washers, the sterilizers, and the case carts. But the real growth happens when we start asking: How do I influence the culture of my department? What does it take to shift from “doer” to “leader”? Am I preparing myself to sit at the table where decisions are made? That transition can feel overwhelming. Some days it feels like we’re grinding with little payoff. But leadership growth is often less about big leaps and more about small, consistent steps that eventually change the way people see you and how you see yourself. So here’s my thought for today: What’s one “small step” you’ve taken recently that moved you closer to being the kind of leader you want to be?

When communication breaks down between SPD and the OR, everything suffers — from morale to patient safety. In this week’s episode, Dr. Jake, Sharon Green-Golden, and Karen Cherry-Brown tackle how to build trust, escalate issues without tension, and make your voice heard across departments. 🎥 Join Live At NOON CST: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=my9HJwiaMyI Learn how to present SPD concerns in meetings, shift OR’s perception of your department, and keep communication open — even when you’re treated like “the basement crew.” 👂 Tune in here 12pm CST: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=my9HJwiaMyI This episode will help you speak with clarity, influence, and confidence — because real leadership starts with communication that works. 👉 Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=my9HJwiaMyI