Niki Steckler PhD
RELATE Lab Leadership Director
What energizes me about my work each day is the chance to influence desired culture change in healthcare organizations, one conversation at a time. I love helping individuals identify the meaningful difference they are seeking to make and learn how to build partnerships with colleagues to bring those visions into reality. I was initially drawn to the Relational Leadership Institute for the rich insights into team dynamics designed into its rich interprofessional and multigenerational learning environment. At this juncture in my professional and personal life I appreciate the chance to collaborate with other members of the RELATE Lab team as we prepare leaders at all levels to practice the skills, mindsets and behaviors required for building trust, relationship and collaboration in healthcare spaces. I feel clearer than ever about the impact of relational leadership for the wellbeing of our selves and our colleagues. I try to remember to invest in my own “well” being, crafting daily practices that refill my own cup. When I dream of ripple effects I glimpse the potential to grow a movement of community organizers prepared to advocate for longer-term human sustainability in our healthcare workspaces.