In this honest conversation, Sandy talks with Dr. Jon King, a seasoned surgeon who’s spent over three decades navigating the highs and lows of private practice. Dr. King opens up about the internal battles he faced with burnout, self-criticism, and the pressures of modern healthcare—and how he’s rewriting the script on leadership, purpose, and joy in medicine. Together, they dive into:

• Why Dr. King says most surgeons lose touch with their “why”—and how reconnecting with it transformed how he leads his team and himself.
• Dr. King opens up about his tendency to ruminate over surgeries and why most surgeons are their own worst enemy.
• How creating a personal North Star gave him the power to turn down opportunities that don’t align with his core mission—and why he feels more liberated because of it.
• How acknowledging a colleague in the moment creates ripple effects for morale and patient care.
• Dr. King challenges the belief that healthcare is broken beyond repair, sharing why he believes in the next generation of surgeons and the power of reinvention.

This episode is an unfiltered look at what it takes to stay human in a system that often feels dehumanizing. Dr. King’s story is about reclaiming joy, leading boldly, and finding freedom in the work that matters most.

In this raw and reflective conversation, Sandy’s connecting with Dr. Jacob Anderson, a family physician and program director, who opens up about the highs and lows of stepping into a leadership role in medicine. Together, they explore:

• The realization of becoming “the powers that be,” and what it’s like to confront the very structures he once resisted.
• How curiosity—and even discomfort—can transform moments of defensiveness into powerful growth moments.
• The push and pull of healthcare’s “us vs. them” culture, and why Dr. Anderson believes embracing complexity is essential for creating meaningful change.
• Practical insights on avoiding emotional burnout by resisting the lure of quick judgment and finding more sustainable ways to lead with clarity.
• This episode challenges traditional views of healthcare leadership, showing that true strength lies in the willingness to look inward, question assumptions, and embrace the hard and important work of personal transformation.

Dr. Anderson’s perspective offers a thought-provoking shift from typical narratives, making this conversation extra compelling.

In this deeply moving and candid conversation, Sandy Scott sits down with Dr. Stephen Beeson, founder of Practicing Excellence, to explore the intersection of professional leadership and personal vulnerability.

Together, they dive into:

• Dr. Beeson’s shift from a family physician to a leader focused human development.
• And the profound grief Dr. Beeson is navigating after the recent loss of his brother, and how this tragedy has reshaped his perspective on what truly matters in life.
• This episode isn’t just about leadership strategies—it’s about the human journey that underpins them.

Dr. Beeson’s honesty is a rare glimpse into the power of raw vulnerability.
Learn more about Dr. Beeson’s work at Practicing Excellence, and discover how human development can radically change both individuals and organizations for the better.