In this episode of Healthy Careers, host Maddie Traylor sits down with Ruschell Gladden, Director of Patient Access at Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, to discuss how loyalty, perseverance, and recognizing hidden potential can lead to remarkable career success.

Ruschell shares her journey from an entry-level role to a leadership position, highlighting the importance of mentorship, hiring for attitude over experience, and creating a growth culture within an organization. She also talks about her passion for public speaking and how embracing faith and timing has shaped her career.

If you're a healthcare professional, hiring manager, or aspiring leader, this episode will give you insights on talent development, leadership strategies, and the long-term benefits of investing in the right team members.

Key Takeaways:

• The Value of Staying Put: Career success doesn’t always come from job-hopping—sometimes, loyalty and growth within an organization can lead to unexpected leadership opportunities.
• Hiring for Attitude, Not Just Experience: The best employees aren’t always the ones with the perfect resume—but those with passion, adaptability, and a willingness to learn.
• Leadership Starts with Culture: Creating a positive, growth-oriented workplace helps employees feel valued and motivated to excel.
• Faith & Timing Matter in Career Development: Trusting the process and embracing mentorship can open doors at the right moment.
• Public Speaking as a Career Booster: Confidence in communicating ideas and inspiring others can elevate career opportunities.

Episode Highlights:

00:42 Meet Ruschell Gladden: Career Journey in Healthcare Leadership
02:23 Hiring for Potential: Finding Hidden Treasures in Employees
04:43 Looking Beyond Resumes: Why Attitude Matters More Than Experience
07:18 How Company Culture Impacts Career Growth
10:24 Ruschell’s Path from Entry-Level to Director
22:29 The Role of Faith & Timing in Career Success
30:35 Stepping into Public Speaking & Leadership Mentorship
37:39 Advice for Professionals Starting Their Careers
39:10 Final Takeaways & Closing ThoughtsKeywords:

Career growth in healthcare,
Hiring for attitude vs. experience,
Leadership in healthcare administration,
Employee development in medical practice,
Healthcare mentorship & career coaching,
Public speaking in leadership,
Faith and career success,Connect with Ruschell Gladden:

• LinkedIn: Ruschell Gladden
• Visit Midlands Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery