Episode 485 Elite Leader Series with Aja Chavez

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, Mike sits down with Aja Chavez, Vice President of Adolescent Services at AMFM Healthcare, to discuss the hidden organizational cost of unresolved leadership issues, culture during rapid growth, and what it takes to build mission-driven healthcare teams.

They explore how leadership clarity reduces overwhelm, why organizations slowly adapt around unresolved problems, and the impact the wrong leadership hire can have on culture, retention, and operational trust. Aja also shares practical insight on helping leaders create ownership at the front lines while maintaining alignment during expansion.

This conversation is packed with real-world leadership perspectives for healthcare executives navigating growth, retention, accountability, and leadership development inside high-pressure environments.

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