DaVita Leadership Insights

Join our hosts Grace Berman and Doug Miller in this episode as they are joined by Tony Awojoodu, a Sr. Director with Team Pegasus, as they cover the topic of "leading with purpose." Tony shares his personal journey to discovering his life's purpose—to bring out the best version of people—which was catalyzed by the birth of his daughter. He discusses how he integrates this purpose into his leadership style at DaVita and his personal life as a father, offering advice on how listeners can begin to identify their own purpose. Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! GUEST: Tony Awojoodu, Sr. Director, Team Pegasus HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Sr. Directors, Wisdom For DaVita teammates, please visit to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes. Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval Have an idea about a topic you want to hear, or would like to submit Listener Mail? Share it with us here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLITopicIdeas

In the exciting finale of the Healthy Teams mini-series, Doug Miller and Grace Berman with DaVita University dive into the importance of honoring and celebrating team results. They discuss how celebrating team milestones—big or small—boosts morale, reinforces goals, and fosters a culture of appreciation. From quirky awards to meaningful public recognition, this episode is packed with creative ideas for leaders to celebrate their teams. Tune in for practical tips to boost engagement and make sure every team victory gets the recognition it deserves! For DaVita teammates, visit the DaVita University Digital Experience to bring the activities and concepts mentioned in this episode to life: Languages of Appreciation Worksheet: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/languages-of-appreciation-worksheet DVU1251: Building Relationships: Languages of Appreciation: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-25af2c9c-6b73-4d44-ab9c-158162bae119 Teammate Preference Sheet: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-5ca789ef-cbd7-416c-82a9-102a60bea78d The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace - Appreciation at Work: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-33a68848-789c-401f-a720-082832df0af0 Leveraging Languages of Appreciation at Work for Leaders: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-1ea4b1dd-4e03-4d48-97cc-4f49ca55b122 Gateway Bravo: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-e7467b3c-5b9a-43ad-bbea-2dd512cc5675 Core Value Award Guide: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-2ff365c1-3b52-48e2-b6e1-fe108e50e1f0 HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, DaVita University Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us and follow DaVita Leadership Insights on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! For DaVita teammates, please visit the DaVita Leadership Insights Podcast Channel to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes.  Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval. 

In Episode 5 of our Building Healthy Teams mini-series, Doug Miller and Grace Berman with DaVita University dive into the key concept of shared accountability - the powerful practice of holding each other responsible for both the what and the how of team success. Doug shares insightful stories on how leaders can foster a culture of accountability while giving teams the permission to be imperfect, creating a safe space for recovery and growth. This episode is a must-listen for leaders looking to strengthen commitment and drive results! For DaVita teammates, visit the DaVita University Digital Experience to bring the activities and concepts mentioned in this episode to life: Practicing the Art of Accountability with Misha Palecek: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-8c7cd616-0ec6-47ae-8ab2-96f001a29389 Team Agreements: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/pathways/ECL-089e36b7-c238-4725-912b-1061189d4364 (Accessible by DaVita Supervisors+) Effective meeting recaps: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-5be077f5-0184-4ae5-af3a-5174dbb8be82 HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, DaVita University Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us and follow DaVita Leadership Insights on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! For DaVita teammates, please visit the DaVita Leadership Insights Podcast Channel to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes.  Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval. 

In Episode 4 of our Building Healthy Teams mini-series, Doug Miller and Grace Berman with DaVita University explore the power of committing to a common purpose. Doug shares real-world examples of how teams can align around a shared goal, from creative exercises like stick figure drawings to actionable tips on reinforcing your purpose. This episode is packed with insights that will help leaders create an inspiring, purpose-driven environment for their teams. T For DaVita teammates, visit the DaVita University Digital Experience to bring the activities and concepts mentioned in this episode to life: Compelling Purpose Pathway: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/pathways/ECL-1b085ed1-c6d8-4b48-b720-a643d1790214 The Power of Vision with Seth Miller: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-c417a8af-8e86-4679-a2e4-6e3633436df1 HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, DaVita University Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us and follow DaVita Leadership Insights on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! For DaVita teammates, please visit the DaVita Leadership Insights Podcast Channel to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes.  Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval. 

In Episode 3 of our Building Healthy Teams mini-series, Doug Miller and Grace Berman with DaVita University tackle the often-dreaded topic of conflict—but with a twist! They discuss how healthy conflict, fueled by trust and vulnerability, can spark innovation, deepen relationships, and move teams forward. Get actionable tips on creating an environment where all voices are heard, from round robin discussions to team agreements. Tune in to learn how embracing conflict can strengthen your team’s collaboration and success! For DaVita teammates, visit the DaVita University Digital Experience to bring the activities and concepts mentioned in this episode to life: Team Agreements: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/pathways/ECL-089e36b7-c238-4725-912b-1061189d4364 How to Manage Conflict with Kapil Vashistha: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-848d1e37-71cd-4a14-9cbf-4270b85d0ee2 (Accessible by DaVita Supervisors+) LinkedIn Learning: Handling healthy conflict: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-0c712b52-7aaf-4cec-a8d7-1ca3e538eeb2 HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, DaVita University Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us and follow DaVita Leadership Insights on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! For DaVita teammates, please visit the DaVita Leadership Insights Podcast Channelv to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes.  Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval. 

In Episode 2 of our Building Healthy Teams mini-series, DaVita University hosts, Doug Miller and Grace Berman, break down the secret sauce to high-performing teams: trust! They explore the difference between vulnerability-based and predictability-based trust, sharing practical tips for leaders to foster deeper connections within their teams. Doug highlights simple yet impactful exercises to talk about trust and how it can create a culture of openness, accountability, and belonging. Tune in to learn how to build a trusting, collaborative environment that helps your team thrive. For DaVita teammates, visit the DaVita University Digital Experience to bring the activities and concepts mentioned in this episode to life: Homeroom Questions to Build Trust: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/homeroom-questions-to-build-trust How to Build Trust as a Leader with Stacey Irving: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-082a7de9-84a2-4aad-a62d-07407afe0376 DVU1252: Building Relationships Self-Paces Course: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-9319fb8d-e429-4096-a980-d602d0819c25 (Accessible by DaVita Supervisors+) LinkedIn Learning: Building Trust Pathway: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/pathways/ECL-37dd210c-ab39-4b8d-a431-b5ae0f7af72f   HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, DaVita University Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us and follow DaVita Leadership Insights on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! For DaVita teammates, please visit the DaVita Leadership Insights Podcast Channelv to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes.  Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval. 

Welcome to the first episode of our exciting new mini-series on Building Healthy Teams, hosted by Doug Miller and Grace Berman with DaVita University! In this episode, Doug and Grace dive into the critical first step of leadership: getting clear on who you are as a leader. They explore the importance of identifying your core values, developing your leadership philosophy, and understanding your life purpose to increase clarity and effectiveness in leading teams. Get ready for tons of practical tips and inspiring stories that will help you reflect, grow, and lead with purpose! For DaVita teammates, visit the DaVita University Digital Experience to bring the activities and concepts mentioned in this episode to life: Leading with Your Personal Values with Dr. Jeff Giullian: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-8062b190-df48-4e9b-968a-3194317843f3 (Accessible by DaVita Supervisors+) LinkedIn Learning: Leading with Values: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-3d663ee6-c0d8-4105-9772-6a93d758cf60 (Accessible by DaVita Supervisors+) LinkedIn Learning: Identify your values activity: https://davitauniversity.edcast.com/insights/ECL-cea3391f-d43f-4287-bbec-15a36cb377c9 Kouzes & Posner Values Sort Activity: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/56c3905120c647947f162c84/t/5be05f1c2b6a28f9914a3862/1541431069071/virtue_worksheet.pdf HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, DaVita University Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us and follow DaVita Leadership Insights on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! For DaVita teammates, please visit the DaVita Leadership Insights Podcast Channel to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes.  Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval. 

Join our hosts Grace Berman and Doug Miller in this episode as they are joined by Mike Geiger, Vice President of Licensure and Certification, to discuss a core element of the Trilogy of Care: caring for our world. Mike shares personal stories and insights from his journey in giving back in fulfilling and meaningful ways by aligning his skills, passions, and the needs of his community. He encourages listeners to allocate time to reflect on how they can contribute to making a difference, viewing it as an opportunity to engage in continuous learning and creating a culture of belonging.  Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! GUEST: Gordon Trujillo, Vice President of Enterprise Learning and Development HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, Wisdom For DaVita teammates, please visit to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes. Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval Have an idea about a topic you want to hear, or would like to submit Listener Mail? Share it with us here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLITopicIdeas

Tune in to this episode as our hosts, Grace and Doug, delve into "The Power of a Learning Culture" with guest Gordon Trujillo, Vice President of Enterprise Learning and Development. Gordon shares stories from his career journey that have cultivated a unique perspective on the transformative potential of a learning culture, both personally and professionally. In this episode, you will be inspired to explore how DaVita leaders utilize learning to demonstrate our commitment to the development of our teammates, providing them with the opportunity to thrive through learning, growth, community, and a sense of belonging.  Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! GUEST: Gordon Trujillo, Vice President of Enterprise Learning and Development HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, Wisdom For DaVita teammates, please visit to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes. Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval Have an idea about a topic you want to hear, or would like to submit Listener Mail? Share it with us here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLITopicIdeas

DaVita is committed to creating a diverse Village where everyone belongs. To further your role in leading diversity and belonging and deepen your understanding of the power of women, listen to the new “Power of Women” (POW) podcast series here! In this series, you will hear from a rotating panel of leaders on topics and challenges that women face in the workplace. Are you often second-guessing whether you have made the right choices on career and family? For some, it feels like a never-ending quest to achieve & sustain the right balance. In this second episode of the two-part series on Connecting With Women Leaders, Grace Berman, Senior Director at DaVita University, explores strategies women have learned through their own experiences and advice from others to find peace with your choices through the various stages of life. Listen in on this sixth episode of the DaVita Power of Women podcast for ideas to build more clarity & confidence to embrace every aspect of your life. Host: Grace Berman, Sr. Director Panel: Kathleen Waters, Chief Legal Officer, Rebecca Griggs, Group Vice President, Stephanie Hendrickson, Group Vice President, Betsy McCubrey, Group Vice President and Deputy General Counsel Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/POWPodEval

DaVita is committed to creating a diverse Village where everyone belongs. To further your role in leading diversity and belonging and deepen your understanding of the power of women, listen to the new “Power of Women” (POW) podcast series here! In this series, you will hear from a rotating panel of leaders on topics and challenges that women face in the workplace. Do you ever wish you could fast-forward through the learnings as a woman leader? We often feel more connected when we are part of a community where we learn from the experiences of others. Our host, Grace Berman, Senior Director at DaVita University, draws out the stumbles before the success in this two-part series with four different women leaders at DaVita. Laugh through their recollection of career journey learnings on cultivating confidence, overcoming imposter syndrome and finding their unique style as a woman leader. Explore practical tactics to help you find your fast-forward by tuning in to this fifth episode of DaVita POW (DaVita’s Power of Women) podcast.  Host: Grace Berman, Sr. Director Panel: Kathleen Waters, Chief Legal Officer, Rebecca Griggs, Group Vice President, Stephanie Hendrickson, Group Vice President, Betsy McCubrey, Group Vie President and Deputy General Counsel Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/POWPodEval

Join our hosts Grace Berman and Doug Miller in welcoming this episode’s guest, Sr. Manager of Clinical Service, Ojenee Tavoukjian, as they discuss how Service Excellence is a key component to leading successful teams here in the Village. Ojenee has been supporting our Village for 11 years and is a recent winner of the Core Value Award for Service Excellence. With her vast experience leading effective teams, Ojenee shares how she has leveraged service excellence to become a successful leader.   Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! GUEST: Ojenee Tavoukjian, Sr. Manager of Clinical Service HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, Wisdom For DaVita teammates, please visit to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes. Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval Have an idea about a topic you want to hear in 2022, or a mini-insight? Share it with us here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLITopicIdeas

Tune into this special feature episode from a panel interview hosted at the DaVita Leadership Meeting. Vanessa Phifer hosts a panel interview with guests Danny Wetmore, Katie Swanzy and Sarah Beidelschies to learn how they have navigated their career journey at DaVita. In this interview, you will learn how to best navigate driving your own career development; from seeking clarity in what brings personal fulfillment, fining the right time to say yes or take a risk, and building networks. Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! GUEST: Vanessa Phifer, Danny Wetmore, Katie Swanzy, and Sarah Beidelschies For DaVita teammates, please visit to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes. Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval Have an idea about a topic you want to hear in 2022, or a mini-insight? Share it with us here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLITopicIdeas

Tune into this special feature episode from a panel interview hosted at the DaVita Leadership Meeting. Vanessa Pfeiffer hosts a panel interview with guests Danny Wetmore, Katie Swanzy and Sarah Beidelschies to learn how they have navigated their career journey at DaVita. In this interview, you will learn how to best navigate driving your own career development; from seeking clarity in what brings personal fulfillment, fining the right time to say yes or take a risk, and building networks. Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! GUEST: Vanessa Pfeiffer, Danny Wetmore, Katie Swanzy, and Sarah Beidelschies For DaVita teammates, please visit to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes. Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval Have an idea about a topic you want to hear in 2022, or a mini-insight? Share it with us here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLITopicIdeas

DaVita is committed to creating a diverse Village where everyone belongs. To further your role in leading diversity and belonging and deepen your understanding of the power of women, explore our new “Power of Women” (POW) podcast series here! In this new series, you will hear from a rotating panel of leaders on topics and challenges that women face in the workplace. Tune into the second Power of Women episode as Group Vice President Betsy McCubrey is joined by Christina Curtis, Executive Leader and Team Coach. In this episode, Betsy and Christina discuss helpful tools to boost confidence along with ways to lead and support teammates struggling with confidence. Confidence isn’t a personality trait - it is a skill and we can work together to strengthen ours and those around us. In this episode, you’ll walk through the normalcy of feeling a lack of confidence and listen for tips to boost our own confidence.

DaVita is committed to creating a diverse Village where everyone belongs. To further your role in leading diversity and belonging and deepen your understanding of the power of women, “Power of Women” (POW) podcast series here! In this new series, you will hear from a rotating panel of leaders on topics and challenges that women face in the workplace.   In this first Power of Women episode, Kathleen Waters, Chief Legal and Government Affairs Officer, interviews DaVita Board Member Barbara Desoer on her path to leadership and lessons learned along the way. Feeling successful at managing different phases of life can sometimes be elusive for women, especially when relatable examples are rare. Too often, women choose to opt-out when the alignment of their personal ambitions feel out of sync with their workplace experiences. While there is no silver bullet for success, Barbara openly shares some of her reflections on pivotal career and life decision points, including the impact of the various leaders who helped her navigate those decisions. If you are looking for inspiring examples of how to navigate these phases – for yourself, or women you care about – this episode is a welcome perspective that demonstrates the power of sharing personal experiences.

Leading others comes in many forms beyond having a title or direct authority. Leading through influence is the art of mobilizing others to work toward a common goal through treating those you lead with the same level of care, intensity and accountability as a manager would. Join our guest, Vice President of Home Operations, Eduardo Zanatta in this episode as he shares stories throughout his leadership journey of leading change through influencing others. As you hear from Zanatta’s personal successes and stumbles you will begin to understand key ways in leading others through building trust, holding others accountable, and leaning into the art of storytelling.  Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! GUEST: Eduardo Zanatta, Vice President of Home Operations HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, Wisdom For DaVita teammates, please visit to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes. Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval Have an idea about a topic you want to hear in 2022, or a mini-insight? Share it with us here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLITopicIdeas  

Are you considering moving for a direct patient care role to a broader leadership role? Tune into to our newest DaVita Leadership Insight podcast episode with Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), Tina Livaudais as she shares her career journey from PCT to a her current role as CNO. Tina reflects on the challenges she faced moving from a frontline caregiver role into roles with less direct patient care. Making the transition into a business role can be a challenging shift as there is less opportunity to interact with patients and experience the excitement of being in a clinic. However, Tina shares that she was able to find a new type of fulfillment with a role that has a larger impact on patients on a larger scale. Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! GUEST: Tina Livaudais, Chief Nursing Officer HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, Wisdom For DaVita teammates, please visit to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes. Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval Have an idea about a topic you want to hear in 2021, or a mini-insight? Share it with us here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLITopicIdeas   

What do you want to get out of life and how will you fit it all into the finite amount of time we have in any given day? Finding a way to create life alignment in your work and home life can be challenging; often times lead people to feel burn out, misaligned, and even powerless. Luckily our guest, Jen Bosl, VP of People Services, shares with our hosts, Grace and Doug, practical ways to manage life the way you want to live it. While there is no perfect science, the first step is to understand what matters most to you, thinking about what you would like your life to look, and then having the courage move the needle to create life alignment. Jen also shares insight into how you can lead others to understand how they can take ownership of navigating their work-life alignment. If you find yourself struggling to make time for what you value in life, this episode is a great way to find practical insight into how you can live the life you want! In this episode the word GRSD is mentioned which is an acronym for Getting the Right Stuff done. Use the following link for instructions on how to download the Headspace App mentioned by Grace in this episode: https://villageweb.davita.com/Depts/PeopleServices/Documents/How%20to%20Enroll%20in%20Headspace.pdf Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! GUEST: Jen Bosl, Vice President, People Services Operations & Special Projects HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, Wisdom For DaVita teammates, please visit to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes. Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval Have an idea about a topic you want to hear in 2021, or a mini-insight? Share it with us here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLITopicIdeas

Are you looking to take the next step in your career but are not quite sure where to start? In our first episode of 2022, hosts Doug Miller and Grace Berman are joined by our Chief Operating Officer, Mike Staffieri as they delve into how to best pursue a meaningful career. Mike shares how he has navigated his own career and how he has supported others in their development. Each individual is responsible for their own success as everyone has a unique definition of success in their career journey. While everyone defines personal and professional success in their own way, Mike shares how his journey towards success is measured by perusing a role that challenging, stimulating, meaningful, and purposeful. Listen into this episode to gain insight how you may be able to get clear on what success means to you and finding the courage to pursue what makes you happy.   Like what you heard in this episode? Rate us on iTunes or your favorite podcast app! GUEST: Mike Staffieri, Chief Operating Officer HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, Wisdom For DaVita teammates, please visit to learn more about our guests and hosts, and listen to our other episodes. Share your thoughts and comments about our podcast here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLIPodcastEval Have an idea about a topic you want to hear in 2021, or a mini-insight? Share it with us here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DLITopicIdeas