{"podcast":{"title":"MGMA Podcasts","slug":"mgma-podcasts-220052","podcast_index_feed_id":220052,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/mgma-podcasts","website_url":"https://www.mgma.com/podcasts","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/iBtmjVpU9D29VjqAfLGs2U3Us-t9jy7tYp_kNWTYmW0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yZWEz/ZWU5NmM0NTlmNWVj/Mjk1YjBkYjhmZTk0/MTA2YS5qcGc.jpg","author":"MGMA","episode_count":770,"summary":"Welcome to the MGMA Podcast Network, your gateway to insightful discussions and expert analysis on key topics in healthcare management. Dive into a diverse array of shows tailored to meet the interests and needs of healthcare professionals like you. Explore the experiences and perspectives of trailblazing women in healthcare on \"Women in Healthcare,\" or discover innovative strategies and solutions for your practice on \"Business Solutions.\" Stay updated on the latest industry trends and news with \"Week in Review,\" and gain valuable insights from industry leaders and MGMA members on \"Member Spotlight.\" Don't miss our flagship show, \"MGMA Insights,\" where we delve deep into the most pressing issues facing healthcare organizations today. Whether you're seeking inspiration, practical advice, or in-depth analysis, the MGMA Podcast Network is your trusted companion on your journey towards excellence in healthcare management. Tune in and join the conversation today!","last_synced_at":"2026-07-15T14:18:46.381160+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mgma-podcasts-220052"},"episode":{"title":"17% Moments: Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Under Pressure with Steve Gutzler","slug":"17-moments-emotional-intelligence-and-leadership-under-pressure-with-steve-gutzler","published_at":"2026-02-18T16:49:30+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mgma-podcasts-220052/17-moments-emotional-intelligence-and-leadership-under-pressure-with-steve-gutzler","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mgma-podcasts-220052","url":"https://mgma-podcasts.transistor.fm/753","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/d4fbccb5/76da68f8.mp3","summary":"On this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast , Sr. Editor and host Daniel Williams is joined by Steve Gutzler , nationally recognized leadership expert and opening keynote speaker at the 2026 MGMA Financial Conference in Phoenix . This episode explores how emotional intelligence, stress regulation, and self‑leadership determine a leader’s true influence — especially during what Steve calls the “17% moments” : high‑pressure situations when emotions spike, decisions are harder, and leadership reputations are made or broken. Designed for medical practice leaders, financial executives, and MGMA members, this conversation delivers practical strategies for managing emotional hijacking, leading difficult conversations, sustaining resilience during financial pressure, and setting the emotional tone for teams in healthcare’s most demanding environments. Key Takeaways [02:28] What “17% Moments” Are — and Why They Matter More Than Strategy Steve explains the brain science behind leadership under stress, revealing why leaders are judged less by daily performance (the “83%”) and more by how they respond when pressure peaks. [04:54] Why Healthcare Leaders Are Especially Vulnerable to Emotional Fatigue Compassion fatigue, constant problem‑solving, and chronic stress drain emotional reserves — increasing the risk of poor decisions during critical leadership moments. [06:20] Recognizing Emotional Hijacking Before It Takes Over Physical warning signs — rapid heartbeat, chest tightness, shallow breathing, sweaty palms — signal when cortisol is overriding rational thinking. [10:55] The 18‑Minute Rule: How Long Emotional Hijacking Really Lasts Research shows cortisol can dominate the brain for 18–20 minutes. Leaders who delay responses during this window dramatically improve decision quali…","meta_description":"On this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast , Sr. Editor and host Daniel Williams is joined by Steve Gutzler , nationally recognized leadership expert an…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1337,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/mgma-podcasts-220052/episodes/17-moments-emotional-intelligence-and-leadership-under-pressure-with-steve-gutzler/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mgma-podcasts-220052/17-moments-emotional-intelligence-and-leadership-under-pressure-with-steve-gutzler.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}