Front-Line Leader

“The Front-Line Leader” book by Chris Van Gorder, CEO of Scripps Health in San Diego, California, is now available. Notable book reviews were received on Chris’ philosophy of putting people first, his management tips, and how he successfully implemented what he learned to build strong relationships and a strong organization. Called the “Best New Leadership Book for 2014” by Eric Jacobson. CEO Chris Van Gorder now has a blog at: http://www.scripps.org/blogs/front-line-leader

As president and CEO of Scripps Health, Chris Van Gorder leads one of the nation’s top health care systems. In his blog, “Front-line Leader,” he shares his philosophy on leadership and insights into the rapidly changing business of health care.

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November 19, 2014

Communication in the Age of Twitter

I’ve been active on Twitter for about a year and a half, and I still get surprised by the power of the online social network.
November 12, 2014

Being Vulnerable

If I’ve learned anything, it’s that you can’t be a distant boss and hope to be an effective leader.
November 6, 2014

Leadership Lessons from the Global Stage

CEO Chris Van Gorder writes about briefly meeting former President Bill Clinton just before delivering a opening keynote.
November 2, 2014

A New Blog and a New Book

How do you lead an organization through dynamic change in ways that build loyalty and benefit the community? Scripps Health CEO Chris Van Gorder explores.
March 15, 2010

Notes on Haiti - CEO Journal Part 22

While serving a medical mission to Haiti, Scripps CEO is writes journal entry 22 about medical aid, conditions and what can be done to help victims.
March 9, 2010

Notes on Haiti - CEO Journal Part 20

While serving a medical mission to Haiti, Scripps CEO is writes journal entry 20 about medical aid, conditions and what can be done to help victims.
March 2, 2010

Notes on Haiti - CEO Journal Part 19

While serving a medical mission to Haiti, Scripps CEO is writes journal entry 19 about medical aid, conditions and what can be done to help victims.
February 25, 2010

Notes on Haiti - CEO Journal Part 18

While serving a medical mission to Haiti, Scripps CEO is writes journal entry 18 about medical aid, conditions and what can be done to help victims.
February 18, 2010

Notes on Haiti - CEO Journal Part 17

While serving a medical mission to Haiti, Scripps CEO is writes journal entry 17 about medical aid, conditions and what can be done to help victims.
February 8, 2010

Notes on Haiti - CEO Journal Part 16

While serving a medical mission to Haiti, Scripps CEO is writes journal entry 16 about medical aid, conditions and what can be done to help victims.