In this episode Dr. Jake Tayler Jacobs diagnoses a leadership famine in healthcare caused by promoting technical stars into roles they aren’t trained for. He explains the "clinical excellence trap," why clinical skill ≠ leadership capacity, and the systemic issues that keep organizations repeating the mistake.

The episode outlines five essential leadership skills—systems thinking, emotional intelligence, change management, a development mindset, and strategic foresight—and offers clear fixes: separate career tracks, assess capability not just credentials, create apprenticeships and development ramps, invest in sustained training, and hold leaders accountable for developing others.

Practical, urgent, and solution-focused, this episode shows how to stop accidentally finding leaders and start intentionally building them to create resilient healthcare organizations.

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In episode 31 of Bread to Lead, Dr. Jake Tayler Jacobs exposes the "trauma budget"—how hospitals fund emergency fixes while starving prevention. He explains why crisis spending masks hidden long-term costs, shares real-world examples, and outlines a prevention-focused budget framework that measures ROI, aligns funding with strategy, and builds sustainable systems. Leaders will learn practical steps to shift from firefighting to designing resilient organizations.

Dr. Jake Tayler Jacobs returns to tackle the leadership and staffing crisis in American hospitals, diagnosing how reliance on temporary staffing erodes culture, budgets, and patient care.

This episode outlines practical design principles—pipeline development, transparent compensation, strategic scheduling, and listening leadership—and challenges leaders to move from short-term fixes to sustainable system redesign.

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Welcome to SPD 911 with your host, Dr. Jake Taylor-Jacobs, as we delve into the critical issues of the sterile processing department (SPD). Joined by Sharon Green-Golden, a renowned leader in compliance, and Derek Jones, a specialist in operational efficiency, the show focuses on equipping SPD leaders with strategies to tackle compliance concerns and streamline operations. In this episode, we revisit the important topic of mental health in SPD, discussing the high-pressure environment that can lead to burnout and anxiety among staff.

The conversation explores proactive leadership, emphasizing the importance of empathy, psychological safety, and being proactive in addressing challenges before they escalate. We discuss strategies for SPD leaders to be involved in hospital-wide preventative strategies rather than being reactive.

Join our free Executive Edge community to participate live and catch the greatest central sterile processing live show on earth every Wednesday at 12 p.m. CST.

In this episode, we delve into the critical aspects of leadership beyond just task management. It emphasizes the importance of focusing on people, understanding their unique needs, and offering personalized guidance.

The conversation highlights the challenges faced by leaders and the significance of staying mission-focused despite the daily grind. Additionally, it underscores the importance of maintaining integrity and standards in high-stress environments and knowing when to step away if unable to perform effectively.

The episode also explores the role of leaders in fostering a mentally healthy work environment by supporting employees' well-being. Finally, it discusses the need for proactive measures over reactive solutions in maintaining patient safety, particularly in the context of hospital leadership and operational roles.

In this powerful episode of SPD 911, Dr. Jake Tayler Jacobs, Sharon Green-Golden, and Derek Jones Sr. tackle the unspoken realities of working in Sterile Processing. From the fear culture that silences professionals who report compliance violations to the mental health struggles that go unnoticed, this conversation is raw, real, and necessary.

🔥 Topics Covered:

💡 Key Takeaway: You have the power to protect patients AND your integrity. Knowing the regulatory standards, documenting violations properly, and taking control of your own mental health can make a difference.

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#SterileProcessing #SPD911 #Leadership #Compliance #PatientSafety #MentalHealtj

In this powerful episode, Dr. Jake Taylor Jacobs, President & COO of SIPS Healthcare, is joined by Sharon Green-Golden, Director of Clinical Compliance, and Derek Jones, Director of Clinical Operations, to tackle some of the toughest challenges facing sterile processing professionals today.

🔥 Topics Covered in Part 1:

💡 This episode isn’t just about identifying the problems—it’s about finding real, actionable solutions!

🔹 Why You Should Listen:

📢 Join the conversation inside the FREE Executive Edge Community! 👉 https://SPD911.com

🚀 Catch Part 2 soon, where we dive into the future of SPD, automation, and how AI is changing the industry!

SPD 911 – The Pay Problem, Staffing Challenges & The Future of Sterile Processing (Part 1)

🚨 Welcome back to SPD 911! 🚨

In this powerful episode, Dr. Jake Tayler Jacobs, President & COO of SIPS Healthcare, is joined by Sharon Green-Golden, Director of Clinical Compliance, and Derek Jones, Director of Clinical Operations, to tackle some of the toughest challenges facing sterile processing professionals today.

🔥 Topics Covered in Part 1:

💡 This episode isn’t just about identifying the problems—it’s about finding real, actionable solutions!

🔹 Why You Should Listen:

📢 Join the conversation inside the FREE Executive Edge Community! 👉 https://SPD911.com

🚀 Catch Part 2 soon, where we dive into the future of SPD, automation, and how AI is changing the industry!

SPD 911 – The Future of SPD: Automation, AI & The Evolution of Sterile Processing (Part 2)

🚨 Welcome back to SPD 911! 🚨

In the second half of this game-changing episode, Dr. Jake Tayler Jacobs, President & COO of SIPS Healthcare, is joined once again by Sharon Green-Golden, Director of Clinical Compliance, and Derek Jones, Director of Clinical Operations, to tackle the next wave of challenges in sterile processing.

🔥 Topics Covered in Part 2:

💡 This episode is all about solutions, strategy, and staying ahead of the curve in the evolving world of sterile processing.

🔹 Why You Should Listen:

📢 Join the conversation inside the FREE Executive Edge Community! 👉 https://SPD911.com

🚀 Stay tuned for more episodes breaking down the biggest challenges in SPD with real-world, expert-driven solutions!

SPD 911 – The Pay Problem, Staffing Challenges & The Future of Sterile Processing

In this powerful episode, Dr. Jake Tayler Jacobs, President & COO of SIPS Healthcare, is joined by Sharon Green-Golden, Director of Clinical Compliance, and Derek Jones, Director of Clinical Operations, to tackle some of the toughest challenges facing sterile processing professionals today.

🔥 Topics Covered in Part 1:

💡 This episode isn’t just about identifying the problems—it’s about finding real, actionable solutions!

🔹 Why You Should Listen:

📢 Join the conversation inside the FREE Executive Edge Community! 👉 https://SPD911.com

🚀 Catch Part 2 soon, where we dive into the future of SPD, automation, and how AI is changing the industry!

Through the shocking case of Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, where leadership inaction led to preventable deaths, Dr. Jake Tayler Jacobs reveals why even the smartest leaders become paralyzed when facing crucial decisions.

You'll discover:

✓ Why prestigious organizations fail to act on clear warnings

✓ How expertise becomes a barrier to decisive action

✓ The hidden cost of delayed decisions

✓ Systems for breaking through decision paralysis

Perfect for:

Learn how one of healthcare's most respected names allowed children to die because leaders couldn't make crucial decisions - and ensure your organization never falls into the same trap.

🎯 Ready to break through decision paralysis?

When smart leaders make bad calls, everyone pays the price. Learn how to make decisions that matter.

#LeadershipDecisions #OrganizationalChange #DecisionMaking #BredToLead

Welcome to SPD 911, the ultimate show for tackling the toughest challenges in sterile processing. Join Dr. Jake Taylor-Jacobs, President and COO of Sips Healthcare, along with Sharon Green-Golden and Derek Jones, as they equip you with real solutions to rescue and elevate your department.

In this engaging episode, we'll explore the critical issues affecting CSPD departments and provide actionable strategies to improve compliance, streamline operations, and enhance leadership skills. Discover the importance of proactive communication, overcoming toxic work environments, and elevating department visibility within the hospital.

Join our vibrant community at SPD911.com and engage directly with the experts. Catch us live every Wednesday at 12 p.m. Central Standard Time for the greatest CSP live show on Earth!