In this episode of the Chief Healthcare Officer Podcast, Dr. Fatih Mehmet Gül speaks with Scott Becker, Founder and Publisher of Becker’s Healthcare, about the evolution of healthcare media, the central role of people in healthcare, the global workforce shortage, the future of healthcare technology—especially AI—and the qualities modern leaders must develop to navigate a rapidly shifting landscape.
Scott reflects on his 32-year journey from Harvard-trained attorney to one of the most influential healthcare thought leaders in the United States. He discusses how Becker’s Healthcare grew from a small legal newsletter into a nationally recognised platform producing major conferences, digital content, and executive rankings that support and celebrate healthcare leadership.
The conversation dives deeply into people management, workforce dynamics, technology adoption, using AI in content and operations, and the importance of building multi-generational teams. Scott also offers practical leadership wisdom drawn from decades of meeting healthcare CEOs, building teams, and scaling a media company.
Healthcare faces a growing global workforce shortage; technology alone cannot solve it.
Retention starts with fair compensation, healthy staffing levels, and a culture grounded in gratitude.
Leaders must “love their 90-percenters”—focusing on strengths rather than the small gaps.
AI should relieve burden, not add it; adoption succeeds only when tools are simple and intuitive.
The future belongs to “people + technology,” not one replacing the other.
Leadership today requires being both liked and respected—a shift from past generations.
Multigenerational teams reshape how large health systems must communicate and engage.
Building great teams is the foundation of every successful organisation or entrepreneurial venture.
