Defining key qualities for transformational leadership: LLIFE leadership competencies approach
The Leads Self, Leads Others, Inspires Others, Forward Thinking and Engages Others (abbreviated LLIFE) competency model positions a healthcare organisation to advance leadership excellence in a rapidly evolving healthcare environment that requires comprehensive transformation. It aligns with strategic goals, embeds values-based behaviours and supports continuous development, establishing a model that other healthcare institutions may learn from and adapt.
Authors
- Anjali Bhagra (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9958-4960)
- Charanjit S. Rihal (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2044-4664)
- Karen M. W. Mellum
- Paula E. Menkosky
- Gianrico Farrugia (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3473-5235)
- Abimbola O. Famuyide (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3667-2717)
- John N. Caviness
- Colin P. West
- James F. Meschia
- Claire E Reeve
- Rebecca Rider
Institutions
- Mayo Clinic (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMJ Leader
- Published
- 2026-02-18
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1136/leader-2025-001364
- Primary Topic
- Education, Leadership, and Health Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00