MBA Topics

MBA Topics

Finance, strategy, and leadership frameworks useful for clinicians building businesses and careers.

• July 31, 2021

  Leadership Principles: A field guide for Resident and Attending Physicians, 1st Ed.

  Introduction What makes this book stand out? Many concepts and quotes in this section come straight from research we have conducted. The quotations are medical student answers to our research survey questions on the topic of leadership and mentorship in medicine. This is the product of a combined 30 years of experience with testing grounds […]

• July 22, 2021

  Interested in Venture Capital? Here’s a List of Free Resources

  Interested in Venture Capital?Venture Capital (VC) is a type of finance provided by investors for startup entrepreneurs and small enterprises with the potential for long-term growth. Take a look at VC resources to get ideas for how to grow your business. A Growth Rate Model for Startup Founders is also included to assist you in […]

• December 5, 2020

  SuperHuman Feedback

  Here is a great email from Rahul Founder of Superhuman.com. I thought it was great advice on giving feedback and a great addition to the Self-Directed Leadership Curriculum Here is Rahul’s advice on giving feedback: How not to give feedback Feedback is so easy to get wrong… Hey Dave, do you have a second? I notice you […]

• December 1, 2020

  Leadership Curriculum

  Leadership and Business Principles Curriculum This curriculum is designed for professionals that would like to develop and hone their skills in business and leadership. There are so many resources out there, this list is meant to narrow the focus into the highest yield resources available on the most utilized topics. Book List (In recommended order) […]

• June 7, 2020

  Leadership Can Be Learned

  There is a portion of leadership that comes from natural ability and there is a significant part that can be learned. The military seems like one of the few organizations that focuses on teaching and developing leaders. Organizations within medicine should take the military’s focus on leadership development as an example and begin to prioritize […]

• June 1, 2020

  Foundational Resource List

  The list is growing. Check back soon for updates. MBA Foundational Concepts How to Calculate a Return on Investment (ROI) (link) Time Value of Money (link) Analyzing Financial Statements (link) Opportunity Costs (link) Enterprise Value & Market Value (link) Employee Equity: Vesting (link) What a CEO Does (link) Margins (link) Financing Options for Startups (link) […]

• May 7, 2020

  We Need to Focus on Leadership Development

  We Need to Focus on Leadership Development Leadership development is not commonly addressed in the medical or other professional setting. In medicine, having excellent leadership is much more than just hitting the bottom line for investors and other shareholders. There are unique challenges where the quality of leadership can mean the difference between life and […]

• May 2, 2020

  The Time Value of Money

  Time is Powerful This is one concept that really changed the way I think about decisions. It is the time value of money and it is something that needs to be factored in with your decision making. It is important because if you are not familiar with it you have no idea how many applications […]

• April 4, 2020

  Multiple Income Sources Case Study: Jocko Willink

  Case Study: Jocko Willink John Gretton “Jocko” Willink (born September 8, 1971) is an American retired officer of the United States Navy, who served in the Navy SEAL teams. He is also a podcaster and author. His military service saw combat actions in the war in Iraq, where he eventually commanded the SEAL Team 3‘s […]

• March 11, 2020

  Is the stock market the best way to build wealth and get ahead?

  The stock market is not the best way to build wealth I’ve spent numerous years thinking that if I just understood the market better, educated myself better, consumed more educational materials from professionals, that I would be able to supplement my day job income with making a significant and reliable passive income in the market. […]

• December 29, 2019

  What are some actionable ways to start your business and build a team?

  What are some actionable ways to start your business and build a team?  Leadership skills can be learned You must have the mindset and be intentional about improving your leadership skill. Even the most accomplished leaders have areas they can improve upon. Do not miss opportunities to improve upon your leadership skills! Learn from yours […]