Character and Flourishing in Healthcare
What We Believe
At the Flourishing Leaders Academy, we believe that character is essential to excellence in healthcare. In an environment defined by high stakes, ethical complexity, and deep human connection, the cultivation of character is not just beneficial—it’s vital.
Character, understood as the consistent demonstration of personal qualities that contribute to individual and collective well-being, plays a critical role in the flourishing of healthcare providers, teams, and patients alike. Traits like moral commitment, critical thinking, intellectual humility, and practical wisdom are foundational to building trust, making sound decisions, and creating compassionate, resilient workplaces.
To support healthcare professionals at every level, we offer introductory programs that integrate the science of character with the realities of healthcare practice. Grounded in the VIA Classification of Character Strengths and the Golden Mean Inventory, these sessions introduce evidence-based tools for developing strength-centered feedback, leadership, and professional growth.
Two Flexible Workshop Formats
Tailored for supervisors, faculty, students, clinicians, and organizational leaders in healthcare:
Short Program: 2–3 Hours
A focused introduction to character in leadership and supervision.
Program Overview:
Designed specifically for healthcare supervisors and team leaders
Can be delivered in 2 hours (with pre-completed VIA Inventory) or 3 hours (with inventory completed during the session)
Introduction to the VIA model of character and its relevance in healthcare
Exploring the benefits of character and well-being in the workplace
Overview of strengths-based supervision and performance conversations
Orientation to the VIA Inventory and Golden Mean Inventory
Frameworks for understanding strengths overuse, underuse, and balance
Guided discussion and practical application to real-world supervision challenges
Key Takeaways: Participants will:
Understand and apply a scientifically grounded model of character
Learn how to integrate character strengths into feedback conversations
Use character assessments to promote growth and reduce defensiveness
Shift from deficit-based to strength-based development strategies
Begin cultivating a culture where patients and colleagues are viewed through the lens of strengths
Full-Day Program: 6 Hours
Program Overview:
Designed specifically for healthcare supervisors and team leaders
Can be delivered in 2 hours (with pre-completed VIA Inventory) or 3 hours (with inventory completed during the session)
Introduction to the VIA model of character and its relevance in healthcare
Exploring the benefits of character and well-being in the workplace
Overview of strengths-based supervision and performance conversations
Orientation to the VIA Inventory and Golden Mean Inventory
Frameworks for understanding strengths overuse, underuse, and balance
Guided discussion and practical application to real-world supervision challenges
For deeper integration, the full-day session builds on the short program with expanded practice, dialogue, and application. Contact us for a customized agenda based on your organization’s needs.
