Critical thinking ‘The systematic evaluation or formulation of beliefs or statements, by rational standards’ (Vaughn & MacDonald, 2010, p. 119) that forms the basis of problem-solving, decision-making and emotional intelligence…
Accountability The requirement to account for one’s actions and outcomes to a higher authority; cannot be delegated Responsibility The obligation of ensuring the required task is complete; can be delegated…
Networking A supportive system of sharing information and services among individuals, groups and organisations with a common interest Advances in technology and the proliferation of mobile devices have changed the…
Influence Deliberate conduct (either positive or negative) that causes measurable results or effects, which may or may not have been intended, in respect to character, aims, processes and outcomes Strategic…
Power An agent’s ability to influence the target Relationships of power exist where there is a perceived dependency between two or more people in an organisation. For example, a manager…
Clinical governance ‘The set of relationships and responsibilities established by a health service organisation between its executive, workforce and stakeholders (including consumers)’ to support safe, quality care (Australian Commission on…
Leadership ‘A process whereby an individual influences a group of individuals to achieve a common goal’ (Northouse, 2013, p. 5) Management focuses on the organisation of people’s endeavours as they…
Values ‘Underlying attitudes and beliefs that determine individual behaviour’ (Viinamäki, 2012, p. 29) As a leader, it is important to reflect upon questions like the following: Who does your organisation…
Ethical decision-making Decisions that take into account values, morals and norms New managers in the healthcare system will be faced with multiple and sometimes competing frameworks that guide practice. These…
Emotional intelligence The ‘ability to recognize the meanings of emotion and their relationships, and to reason and problem-solve on the basis of them’ (Mayer, Caruso & Salovey, 1999, p. 267)…
