In this episode, Brian interviews Paul McRae, a fractional CTO specializing in healthcare, to discuss the importance of allowing employees to work on more interesting and impactful problems. Paul shares insights from his career in healthcare technology, emphasizing the benefits of modernizing systems and utilizing technology to enhance both clinical and operational efficiency. He also talks about the human aspect of leadership, focusing on the value of understanding team concerns and promoting a culture where employees feel valued and empowered. Key topics include the role of AI in healthcare, the significance of data analytics, and strategies for fostering team growth and motivation.

Links:
* Paul McRae on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmcraehealth/
* "Healthcare Digital Transformation" by Edward W. Marx https://www.amazon.com/Healthcare-Digital-Transformation-Consumerism-Accelerating/dp/B08NTVPX1D?tag=sommardahl-20

Timeline:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
01:21 Paul McRae's Background and Current Work
02:04 Challenges in Healthcare Systems
03:06 The Role of Technology in Healthcare
06:37 Personal Anecdotes and Lessons Learned
10:48 Empowering Teams with Interesting Work
23:53 Humanizing the Workplace
37:11 Call to Action for Tech Leaders