A Conversation with Evelyn Hsu | S03E04

The mindset of an intrapreneur (an introverted entrepreneur) is one of determination to fix what is wrong, even while it is not in their nature to seek a position of leadership. Rather, intrapreneurs frequently find others inquiring of their wisdom, following their suggestions, and asking them to lead. Insight and depth of caring flourish in the intrapreneur, fueling their innate drive to improve processes and ideals in order to improve the lives of others. In today’s episode, I talked with Dr. Evelyn Hsu, MD, a natural intrapreneur. She discusses how, as a physician, clinician, teacher and researcher, she has found herself in leadership positions without seeking them. She shares at length about pushing past fear and discomfort to achieve worthwhile ends. We discuss the mindset of being an intrapreneur leader, current and necessary paradigm shifts, and how being maladapted (I love this term she uses) can actually be your superpower.  “I can’t accept things just being bad… Accepting the risk to do what’s right is something I’m really willing to do… You can be afraid of everything and do it anyway.” – Dr. Evelyn Hsu, MD What You’ll Learn  Defining the intrapreneur Navigating difficult conversations The power of doing it afraid Allowing curiosity of how things work in this great organism Shifting the physician’s paradigm Capturing the quiet Meet Dr. Evelyn Hsu, MD Evelyn in her own words… “The only way we can change this system for the better is to stay in it as leaders. I am an academic physician; I am a clinician, a teacher, and a researcher. I’m a former people-pleaser and perfectionist in recovery. I love academic medicine for the space that it allows for ideas and research, and for the opportunity it gives us to shape the future of what is possible. I don’t love academic medicine for how it is deeply steeped in patriarchy, and the way it encourages us to pay for our progress with our blood, our sweat, and our tears. I’m in it as a leader and a coach because I want to bring calm to your chaos without compromising your dreams, cutting down your time, or quitting your job. Simply by getting to the point you are at, you are brilliant and effective. Coaching can get you to the next step faster, and with more joy. I know what it is like to exist within the system that factors in the combined pressure of clinical work, administrative responsibilities, teaching, leadership, and research excellence. Only a coach who is also a physician can understand the unique pressures of academic medicine. We will begin with career visioning and goal-setting. Follow-up modules will be tailored based on your needs. Module topics inclusive of but not limited to: time management, relationships, people pleasing, perfectionism, negotiation, stress, anxiety, writing, projects and mind/life clutter.” Contact Info and Recommended Resources Connect with Dr. Evelyn Hsu, MD evelynhsumd.com Schedule a FREE 30-minute consultation: evelynhsumd.com/schedule  Instagram Linkedin  Twitter  Connect with Kris Plachy Work with Kris: How to CEO Email: [email protected] Linkedin Instagram Facebook Pinterest Medium I love and appreciate reviews from my listeners on iTunes. Would you do me the favor and take a few moments to write one today?