Objectives

After participating in this educational activity, attendees should be able to:

1| Describe how a strong brand helps people recognize, trust, and stay connected to an organization
2| Explain how storytelling makes healthcare more personal and give on example of how it connects to the organization's Mission
3| Identify and use ways to work with physicians and team members to make sure messaging is clear, consistent and reflects the organization's Mission, Vision, Values, and Brand.
4| Apply key communication strategies to enhance leadership effectiveness in team settings
5| Identify one's preferred ISPEAK communication style and reflect on its impact
6| Differentiate among ISPEAK communication styles, including their strengths and potential challenges
7| Discuss strategies for giving and receiving feedback using a growth mindset approach
8| Define what constitutes a difficult conversation
9| Review how to develop the ability to effectively navigate difficult conversations with colleagues and staff
 

Presenter(s): 
Jennifer Wills
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, Baystate Health
Raquel Belforti, DO, MS
Associate Dean of Education, UMass Chan Medical School-Baystate
Sarah Haessler, MD, MS
Mark A. Keroack MD Endowed Chair of Medicine, UMass Chan Medical School-Baystate

NameRoleFinancial Relationship DisclosuresDiscussion of
Unlabeled/Unapproved Uses of
Drugs/Devices in Presentation?
Raquel Belforti, DOSpeakerNo relevant relationships with ineligible companies to discloseNot Applicable
Jennifer WillsSpeakerNo relevant relationships with ineligible companies to discloseNot Applicable
Sarah Haessler, MDSpeaker No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to discloseNot Applicable

  

Session date: 
03/27/2026 - 8:00am to 4:00pm EDT
Location: 
Baystate Medical Center/UMass Chan - Baystate
3601 Main Street
3rd Floor
Springfield, MA 01199
United States
  • 7.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
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