Collaborative leaders share strategies for gaining influence, building relationships

An organization is sometimes described as an organism that must adapt to changes in the environment to survive and thrive. In healthcare, successful collaboration between perioperative leaders and their peers in finance, human resources, and other areas is the oxygen fueling that process. In addition to being essential for patient safety, operational efficiency, and capability to adapt to change—all of which impact the bottom line—collaboration at the upper levels of an organization also promotes collaboration at other levels, as leaders serve as role models for staff.