Dr. Roger Smalligan began his medical career in the Amazon jungle. Today, he leads 247+ faculty, staff, students and residents in crucial clinical care and education.
“I started out as a practicing physician, teaching along the way, and moving into more supervisory roles. Next I took over a department, and with the move to UAB, became regional dean in charge of it all,” he shares.
Through the transition from physician to running a business, Roger learned the value of leaning on your teams, be it your staff, other leaders in your industry, or a Vistage group.
Roger’s other tips:
- No margin, no mission.
- Find mentors.
- Be open to big ideas. Apply the brakes if needed.
- Take pause and consider alternate perspectives.
