RT Book, Section A1 Moxley, Michael D. A1 Butler, Jennifer R. A1 Amin, Alpesh N. A2 Butler, Jennifer R. A2 Amin, Alpesh N. A2 Fitzmaurice, Laura E. A2 Kim, Christine M. SR Print(0) ID 1159981052 T1 Leadership Development T2 OB/GYN Hospital Medicine: Principles and Practice YR 2019 FD 2019 PB McGraw-Hill Education PP New York, NY SN 9781259861697 LK obgyn.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1159981052 RD 2024/10/08 AB In the past, physicians were assigned leadership roles based on clinical and academic accolades rather than any true leadership skills they might possess. These leaders often worked in a paternalistic fashion, with a steep hierarchy. Contemporary leaders, however, need to be more collaborative, team-oriented, and directionally strategic. They should be active listeners, demonstrate empathy and awareness, have a commitment to the organization, and exhibit skills in the areas of persuasion and foresight.1 Leaders must align their interests with their organization's mission and vision while keeping the big picture in mind. Communication leading to team building is essential.