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Published: Oct. 23, 2024, 5 a.m.

When you think of some of your favorite leaders, leaders who've inspired you, what characteristics come to mind?\xa0Typically, people want leaders who are purposeful, curious, self-aware, present, engaged, and caring. Your favorite leaders tend to care about you as a person, not just a number. Our guest today \u2013 is all of those and more.\xa0

In this last episode of season 6 in Coaching Through Stories, Dr. Eric Bean speaks with PharmaPoint\u2019s CEO, Mike Plaia about navigating leadership challenges through bold decisions and resilient mindset shifts.\xa0

Mike Plaia, is a seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience in business and leadership. As the CEO of PharmaPoint, a technology-driven, pharmacy management company, Mike has overseen its recognition as one of the fastest-growing private companies and an industry leader in healthcare innovation. Previously, he co-founded Source Medical, the largest provider of IT solutions for ambulatory surgery centers, and Industriaplex, an Inc. 500-ranked company. Mike also spent time at General Electric, leading initiatives in acquisition integration and Six Sigma.\xa0\xa0

A graduate of West Point, Mike served in the U.S. Army as a Field Artillery Officer, earning multiple commendations. Outside of business, he\u2019s passionate about mentoring youth through sports and serves on several community boards, including Rise Above and gotURback, both focused on supporting local initiatives.\xa0

In today\u2019s episode, Mike shares his experiences from West Point, the military, and leading high-growth companies, emphasizing the importance of taking risks and stepping out of comfort zones. He reflects on how failure is a necessary part of success and the critical role of trust and compassion in leadership.\xa0

You will gain practical insights into managing fear, building resilient teams, and fostering a culture where both success and failure are embraced as part of growth. Listeners will leave this episode feeling motivated to be bold and take on new challenges.\xa0

Key Takeaways:\xa0

• The importance of boldness and embracing discomfort to achieve growth\xa0

• How to build trust and compassion as a leader\xa0

• Why failure is essential to long-term success and development\xa0

• The value of journaling leadership lessons and learning from both good and bad examples\xa0

• Strategies for balancing mental toughness with support and empathy in leadership roles\xa0

Highlights:\xa0

• [6:00] Mike's journey from West Point to leading high-growth companies\xa0

• [10:24] The significance of bold decisions and taking risks\xa0

• [14:40] Embracing failure and building resilience in leadership\xa0

• [16:46] Trust, compassion, and accountability in leadership\xa0

• [23:19] Key leadership lessons from journaling and reflection\xa0

• [43:56] Why you need the \u201ckeep going\u201d mentality\xa0

• [51:16] How Mike evolved as a leader\xa0

Resources:\xa0

The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt - https://www.amazon.com/Anxious-Generation-Rewiring-Childhood-Epidemic/dp/0593655036\xa0

PharmaPoint - www.pharmapoint.com\xa0\xa0

Connect with Mike Plaia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-plaia-676b71/\xa0