"Excellence is the gradual result of always striving to do better.” - Pat Riley, NBA Coach

“We are what we repeatedly do.  Excellence, then is not an act but a habit.”  - Aristotle 

At one time or another, each of us has set out to make improvements.  Many of our goals are about reaching higher benchmarks or establishing better habits.  As Pat Riley says, achieving excellence is a gradual process. 

Experts tell us the best pathways to career excellence include continuous learning and strong networks.  Participation in HFMA gives you opportunities for steady leadership development as you aim to do better in your professional life.  I encourage you to take full advantage of your membership, and get involved with chapter activities. 

I have been a member of HFMA for more than two decades, and over the years, I’ve enjoyed growing relationships with experts in many specialties.  My HFMA connections give me the ability to reach out for advice regarding countless topics.  The Metropolitan Philadelphia Chapter offers a variety of educational programs, so the opportunities for learning are abundant.  As a matter of fact, two fantastic  events are coming up during the next few weeks:

Joint Program with HLNDV: Bridging the Dialogue between the Finance Manager and the Quality Manager  – May 18, hosted by Widener University

 Chief Safety Officers and Chief Financial Officers will share ideas related to ARRA Funding for healthcare IT, pay-for-performance, and never events – just three of the many reasons to strengthen the connection between quality and finance. All of this is packed into an exciting evening of education, coupled with a light dinner and roundtable discussions.