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Dr. Neal ElAttrache, Orthopedic Surgeon—Why We Shouldn't Chase Passion

Dr. Neal ElAttrache, Orthopedic Surgeon—Why We Shouldn't Chase Passion

FromHow Leaders Lead with David Novak


Dr. Neal ElAttrache, Orthopedic Surgeon—Why We Shouldn't Chase Passion

FromHow Leaders Lead with David Novak

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Length:
46 minutes
Released:
Nov 18, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Dr. Neal ElAttrache is a renowned American orthopedic surgeon best known as the Lead Physician for the Los Angeles Dodgers and Rams — as well as his patents and innovation in sports medicine. As a leader, Neal believes strongly in the three “A’s” — Affability, Availability, and Ability. Listen as David and Neal discuss why chasing passion is a sure way to set yourself up for failure and burnout, and that there’s something better to chase.
Show Notes

Intro

Finding joy in performing Tommy Johns surgery

Growing up to become a surgeon

Pursuing purpose over passion in your career

How to think critically and sensitively as a surgeon

What it's like serving as team physician for the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Dodgers

Working with Baseball Hall of Famer Joe Torre, NFL coach Sean McVeigh, golfer Brooks Koepka, and the legendary Tom Brady

How to be mentored and mentor others

Lightning Round

Advice for aspiring leaders


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Released:
Nov 18, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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David Novak hosts real leadership conversations with the best CEOs, Founders & Entrepreneurs in business, sports and entertainment to talk about how they get such incredibly good things done and how they are making a difference in their communities. David, a former co-founder and CEO himself, has been asking great questions and learning from top leaders his whole life. Now he breaks down the key learnings so that by the end of each episode, you’ll have something simple you can apply as you develop into a better leader.