The Lead Up Podcast

Author: Mike Harbour

You are looking for quick answers and shortcuts. You want better results as a leader. All leaders desire better performance out of themselves and their teams, but you don't have time to waste. The Lead Up Podcast is your place for quick, actionable leadership lessons to get on the express lane of leading others. Great leaders know the way, show the way, and go the way. The best leaders step up to lead, they don't wait on others, they never stop working to make themselves better. They understand that everything rises and falls on leadership. The Lead Up Podcast exists to share ideas we have learned along the way and best practices in our interviews of thoughts leaders from around the globe.
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Episode 472 Elite Leaders Series with Hollie Johnson
Thursday, 12 February, 2026

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour talks with Hollie Johnson, Chief Operations Officer for Good Samaritan Hospice, as part of the Elite Leader series. Hollie shares her journey into healthcare leadership and discusses the importance of values-based leadership, emphasizing the role of character and empathy in building resilient teams. The discussion covers Holly's experiences in navigating cultural transformations, talent development, and her strategies for maintaining employee engagement and retention. Key insights include the significance of clarity, repeated communication, and the reinforcement of values to foster a strong organizational culture. Hollie also highlights the critical role of effective hiring processes and continuous leadership development in creating environments where excellence is sustainable and care remains compassionate. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through Mike@harbourresources.com to share your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to cover in the future.