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Chaos, Connection, and the Future of Healthcare Leadership

A Conversation with Foster Mobley, Ed.D.

September 18, 2025 | Dr. Foster Mobley joins Success in Chaos to explore authentic leadership, self-awareness, resilience, and AI’s role in shaping healthcare’s future.

In this episode of Success in Chaos, hosts Angela Adams and Kandice Garcia Tomkins sit down with Dr. Foster Mobley to explore what authentic leadership really means in healthcare’s most chaotic times. From resilience and servant leadership to the impact of AI, Dr. Mobley shares insights on leading with self-awareness, honoring others, and building trust. Discover why leadership is a team sport, how to cut through the noise, and why authenticity remains the key to navigating change.

In this episode of Success in Chaos, Angela Adams and Kandice Garcia Tomkins engage with Dr. Foster Mobley, a seasoned leader in healthcare. They explore the essence of authentic leadership, the importance of self-awareness, and the challenges leaders face in chaotic environments. Dr. Mobley emphasizes the need for leaders to connect deeply with their teams, cut through the noise, and embrace change, especially in the context of AI’s growing influence in healthcare. The conversation also highlights the significance of honoring oneself and others in leadership roles, and the continuous journey of self-discovery and growth.

Episode Chapter Guide

06:13 Foster Mobley’s Journey in Healthcare Leadership

11:24 The Essence of Authentic Leadership

13:39 Leading in Chaos: Insights from Experience

16:33 The Importance of Connection in Leadership

18:29 The Importance of People in Leadership

21:42 The Concept of Honoring in Relationships

24:54 Navigating Leadership Styles

27:51 The Role of AI in Leadership

32:55 Leadership Lessons from Experience

Foster’s book recommendations:

  • Master of Change: How to Excel When Everything Is Changing – Including You: Brad Stulberg
  • How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen: David Brooks
  • Lead with Your Heart . . . Lessons from a Life with Horses: Allan J. Hamilton MD
  • Leadersh*t: Rethinking the True Path to Great Leading: Foster Mobley, Ed.D.

And check out Foster’s Podcast “Step Wise: Conversations with Inspiring Leaders”