Tim Kitchen Talks Leading It Teams In The Mental Health Sector - 285
Dissecting Popular IT Nerds, Thursday, May 23rd, 2024
What does it take to lead IT teams in a mental health services organization? In this episode of Dissecting Popular IT Nerds, Doug Camin sits down with Tim Kitchen, Director of Information Technology at MetroCare Services.
Tim shares his journey, the unique challenges of IT leadership in mental health, and how personal experiences have shaped his approach. Listen in for practical wisdom on leadership, team building, and the future of AI in IT.
3 Key Takeaways
- Admit and learn from your mistakes as a leader
- Build your team by understanding different perspectives
- Balance technical efficiency with emotional intelligence
"You have to want to do it, and if you don't need to do it, it takes that above-average person to do that type of stuff."