209: Leaders with Heart Are Confident in Their Work

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In this episode, Heather interviews Faydra Nabers-Allen, MHA and Dr. Tiffany A. Love. Faydra Nabers-Allen, MHA is the Physician Practice Administrator at Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas, Louisiana. And Dr. Tiffany A. Love is an award-winning board-certified C-suite executive, Fellow and former Regent of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) with over 30 years of healthcare experience. They embody #CaringLeadership in every aspect of their lives – especially at work. Take a listen.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Confidence does not equal arrogance
  • Don’t let others try to dim your light
  • Always show up as your authentic self
  • Women can be confident too
  • Some people may be intimidated by your success
  • Caring leadership is needed in all industries

Faydra Nabers-Allen’s Bio

Faydra Nabers-Allen, MHA, is the Physician Practice Administrator at Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas, Louisiana. In 2016, Faydra enrolled in the MHA program at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University (FRANU).  As a leader within the Franciscan Missionary of Our Lady Health Systems at the time, she possessed a natural connection to the University’s mission and values. Faydra fostered meaningful connection with the faculty and staff and became recognized as an influencer among her peers.  In 2018 Faydra graduated with honors and began her career as a healthcare administrator.   Faydra serves as the President of the FRANU MHA Advisory Board where her role focuses on connecting with faculty and staff, contributing to curriculum and program development, and cultivating leadership excellence amongst early careerists.

As a Physician Practice Administrator, she provides leadership to over 200 teams of physicians, mid-level providers, nurses and support staff.  She is accomplished in business operations, strategic planning, and service excellence. Among her colleagues, Faydra is described as, “a visionary leader that values human connection and demonstrates the upmost professionalism and respect for all. She embodies the essence of human kindness and is strengthened in her faith and love for her family.”

Faydra also serves on the Board of Directors for the Louisiana Chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives (LACHE) as Region 3 Representative. Her role focuses on connecting members to valuable resources for career advancement and healthcare management career development. Faydra also serves on the LACHE Diversity Inclusion Committee, where she supports diversity and inclusion strategies and educational seminars to achieve closing the gaps within healthcare workforces and improving healthcare for all.

Dr. Tiffany A. Love’s Bio

Dr. Tiffany A. Love is an award-winning board-certified C-suite executive, Fellow and former Regent of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) with over 30 years of healthcare experience. Love is recognized internationally as a leader in the advancement of women and diverse healthcare executives. She is Chairwoman of the Board of Directors for the Healthcare Diversity Council and serves as a national keynote speaker and faculty for many prestigious organizations. She serves as coordinator, nurse planner & faculty for the Harvard Medical School CME on Career Advancement Leadership Skills for Women in Healthcare. She’s also faculty, judge, & pitch coach for the Writing, Publishing, and Social Media for Healthcare Professionals.

Dr. Love also serves as a consultant providing executive consultation to many national organizations including Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, Academy Health Delivery System Science Fellowship Advisory Committee, the National Institute of Health Center for Translation Research and Implementation Science and the Executive Diversity Career Navigator. With a passion for creating inclusive environments for healthcare researchers, executives, and the healthcare workforce, Dr. Love has truly dedicated her career to promote, protect and advance health equity and an inclusive environment for all.


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