Sky Health Academy - By, Yasser ElDershaby. MD

Last night, I walked by the lake, the sweet sounds of Roxette's "Spending My Time" from the 80s filled the air around me. If you haven't listened to it yet, I highly recommend it; it's a gem of its time. But as I walked, the song's title got me thinking deeply about something beyond the tune - how we spend our time, particularly when it comes to our careers. There is a big difference between actively building a career and just spending time in a job. It's the difference between growth and stagnation, fulfillment and discontentment. Building a career is like crafting a masterpiece (thats another awsome song by the way). It's an active, ongoing process of learning, growing, and evolving. Those who build their careers are always on the lookout for opportunities to improve their skills, expand their knowledge, and take on new challenges. They understand that every job, every task, and every day is a stepping stone to something greater. Building a career me...

First, I want to extend my warmest wishes for a Happy New Year to all my followers and connections here on LinkedIn. Second, for me, the beginning of a new year is not just a time for celebration but also a moment for reflection, setting intentions, and embracing new opportunities for growth and development. When I look back upon my life, I see the complexities and uncertainties of our professional and personal lives. One truth remains constant: learning is the proven way to survive and thrive. Do you think so? The past years have taught us that change is the only constant, and the ability to adapt through continuous learning is a necessity to continue. Am I right? Let me share why I think so. The world is evolving around us at an unprecedented pace, with new technologies, business models, and global challenges emerging regularly. By committing to lifelong learning, we equip ourselves with the agility needed to navigate these changes successfully, right? I assume that in the increasing...

Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to encounter a diverse array of leadership styles, each unique and effective in its own way. It has been truly inspiring to observe how seasoned leaders are able to seamlessly navigate between these styles, adapting their approach to suit varying environments and situations.  This adaptability is a hallmark of effective leadership. As I reflected on the specific demands of leadership within the pharmaceutical industry, I found myself wondering whether the nature of leadership in this sector is distinct from others.  While I initially grappled with this question, I eventually arrived at a reasonable conclusion. In the pharmaceutical industry, leaders must master six major areas to establish effective leadership and to evolve into thought leaders one day. These areas encompass visionary thinking, decision-making skills, communication and influence, emotional intelligence, adaptability, and ethical responsibility. Learning, focusi...

Attention to all newly appointed managers and team leaders: there is a critical issue that merits your attention in the early stages of your leadership journey. I call it the "Post-Promotion Syndrome" (PPS) , a phenomenon that slowly emerges following a promotion to a managerial role. This syndrome, a concept that I've developed based on extensive professional observation, manifests when individuals in new leadership positions inadvertently adopt counterproductive behaviors. These behaviors can range from excessive control over team activities to a diminished openness to innovative ideas, leading to significant challenges within the team dynamics. In this article, I will try explore PPS in a manner that hopefully, is both engaging and informative. My objective is to examine the causes, symptoms, and, crucially, the strategies for managing and preventing PPS.  This discussion aims to equip you, as a new leader, with the insights necessary to navigate the complexities of yo...