In this episode of Experiencing Healthcare, Jamie and Matt unpack a term that instantly hits home for people in healthcare: Productivity Dysmorphia—when you’re doing a lot, but it still feels like it’s never enough.

They explore why clinicians, leaders, and support teams often leave work exhausted yet feeling unproductive, how healthcare metrics can accidentally reinforce that feeling, and why stories and outcomes matter just as much as numbers. Matt offers a powerful reminder: your value isn’t the sum of your task list—and not everything meaningful is measurable.

On a cold January day in South Carolina, Jamie and Matt Staub unpack why focus is one of the most underrated leadership skills—especially in healthcare, where everything can feel urgent. They break down how leaders decide what deserves attention, how to “push pause” on non-emergencies, and why coaching people through problems is often more effective than absorbing them. The conversation also explores decision fatigue, the difference between being busy and being focused, the role of habits (including insights from Atomic Habits), and how boundaries protect the work that actually moves the mission forward. Along the way, they normalize attention struggles, reframe “failure” as part of growth, and offer practical ways to stay aligned to goals without losing empathy or accessibility.

What if problems weren’t something to avoid—but something to value? In this episode of Experiencing Healthcare, Jamie and Matt explore a powerful idea: Problems are Currency—but only when we stop pointing at them and start owning them. They break down how excuses form, why asking for help is a leadership strength, how to prioritize what matters most (not just what’s loudest), and how small wins create real momentum. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or hesitant to tackle a tough issue, this conversation will help you shift from reaction to resolution.