In her book, “In a Gentle Way: The Trail to High Performance in Healthcare,” Carol Gregory imparts invaluable wisdom gained from her extensive experience as a nursing executive. She presents a comprehensive framework for cultivating and sustaining high-performing teams that are not only safe and satisfied but also successful. This insightful book offers actionable coaching recommendations, proven strategies for recruitment and retention, compelling case studies, and a capstone project to reinforce learning. Leaders in the healthcare industry will benefit immensely from Carol Gregory’s guidance on effectively balancing guardrails and leeway to bring out the best in their teams. With her wealth of experience and expert guidance, healthcare professionals can effortlessly foster an environment that promotes growth, safety, collaboration, and overall satisfaction.