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In this insightful episode, listeners will hear Dr. Alan Wu’s innovative approach to raising public awareness about the vital role of laboratory medicine in healthcare. Through his advocacy, Dr. Wu aims to transform how lab medicine is perceived and appreciated by diverse audiences.
Tune as as we unfold Dr. Alan Wu’s Visionary Three-Step Plan to Advocate for the Laboratory Medicine profession!
📖 The Role of Real-Life Stories in Revealing Lab Work’s Impact
Through powerful patient stories, Dr. Wu highlights how lab work is at the heart of diagnosing and treating patients, illustrating its often-overlooked role in healthcare.
📱 Expanding his reach with social media
Learn how Dr. Wu is tapping into the power of TikTok to engage a younger generation, showing them the dynamic, crucial world of laboratory science in creative and captivating ways.
📺 Pitching a TV Show to Put Lab Pros on the Map!
Imagine a show like CSI, but real! Dr. Wu has big plans for a series that follows lab professionals in action, helping the public see lab medicine in a new light.
🤝 How You Can Support and Connect with Dr. Alan Wu
Find out how listeners can join Dr. Wu in championing lab professionals and supporting the impact lab services have on patient lives.
This episode is perfect for anyone interested in healthcare advocacy, lab science, or how we can make the hidden heroes of healthcare more visible. Tune in for fresh ideas and ways you can help amplify the incredible world of laboratory medicine!
Dr. Alan Wu's Bio: Professor, Lab Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, Co-Core lab director, San Francisco General Hospital. Author of 8 paperback books that promote the clinical laboratory to the general public consisting of real short shories of patients interacting with the clinical laboratory. This has led to my own social medial channel (Tiktok @labtales) that provides some additional short stories.
Connect with Dr. Alan Wu:
Email: [email protected]
Tik Tok: @LabTales
Books: Amazon.com: Alan H.B. Wu: books, biography, latest update
Welcome to another episode of eLABorate Topics! Today, co-host and leadership mentor Tywauna Wilson discusses the power of strategic assessments in building future-ready laboratory teams. As laboratories face increasing challenges in talent development and team dynamics, Tywauna shares valuable insights on using professional assessments to strengthen your lab's effectiveness and prepare for future success.
In this episode, we'll cover:
Join us as Tywauna shares her leadership tidbits and provide guidance on leveraging these powerful tools to create more cohesive, productive, and future-ready laboratory teams. Whether you're a lab director, manager, or emerging leader, this episode offers practical strategies to help you unlock your team's full potential and drive sustainable success.
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Welcome to the Elaborate Topics Podcast
In today’s episode, we dive into a conversation on how medical laboratory professionals and leaders can make a difference by giving back. As lab leaders, you hold a unique position to impact not only the profession but also your community. This episode covers the importance of giving back and how doing so can elevate both your career and the healthcare profession. So, whether you're just starting in your lab career or already leading teams, we’ll give you practical tips on how you can start giving back today.
Key Points Discussed
1. Why Giving Back Matters
- Giving back isn’t just about making yourself feel good—it creates a ripple effect that transforms both the profession and your community. According to a study by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), 70% of employees who volunteer feel more loyal to their company, translating to higher job satisfaction and retention.
- Personal stories from your hosts highlight how volunteering, whether through career days or community health projects, can open doors to leadership roles and professional opportunities. One small action can lead to speaking engagements, committee positions, or even industry-wide recognition.
2. Mentorship as a Form of Giving Back
- Mentorship doesn’t just help the mentee—it enhances the mentor’s leadership and communication skills while expanding their professional network. Mentoring colleagues and new professionals is one of the most impactful ways to give back.
- Tips include structured mentorship programs, setting clear goals, and providing regular feedback to ensure both parties benefit. Whether formal or informal, mentorship helps develop future leaders and fosters professional growth for everyone involved.
3. Incorporating Volunteering into Your Daily Routine
- Think you don’t have time to give back? The hosts share simple ways to incorporate volunteering into your busy life. Whether it's volunteering at a local school’s career day or participating in a health fair organized by your employer, you can find ways to contribute without needing to carve out extra time.
- Ideas include joining diversity or wellness committees at work, participating in a local health fair, or offering your expertise to students through presentations and workshops.
4. Partnering with Professional Organizations
- Professional organizations like the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) or the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) offer various ways to get involved. Whether it’s joining a committee, presenting at conferences, or writing articles for their publications, contributing to these organizations is a great way to give back and enhance your career.
- According to an ASCLS report, members who actively participate in these organizations report higher job satisfaction than those who don't.
5. Creating Community Impact Projects
- The hosts discuss how to get started with community projects, starting small and scaling up over time. Whether it's setting up a sickle cell awareness workshop or joining a mobile diagnostics van, there are plenty of ways for lab professionals to contribute to healthcare outreach and education.
Actionable Takeaways
- Identify one area where you can give back this week—whether that’s mentoring a colleague, volunteering for a committee, or organizing a small community health workshop.
- Remember, you don’t have to start big. Small, consistent efforts can create long-term impact in both your professional career and community.
Call to Action
We challenge our listeners to take one concrete step towards giving back this week. Start by reaching out to your local school, professional organization, or community group to see how you can get involved. Whether it's a simple conversation with a student or a larger-scale community health project, your contributions matter!
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Advocacy within the laboratory community can feel intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Why not blend your passions with your professional responsibilities?
This week, we’re beyond excited to bring you another engaging episode of the eLABorate Topics podcast!
Our guest, the incredibly talented Sophia Chandrasekar, MLS(ASCP), joins co-host Stephanie Whitehead to chat about advocacy in the lab world. It’s an episode full of practical tips, heartwarming stories, and a splash of lab-inspired fashion!
Key Takeaways:
This episode is packed with creativity, passion, and fun, practical advice to help you revamp your lab advocacy strategy.
Tune in now, and get ready to be inspired to make waves in the lab community!
Special Guest Bio:
Sophia Chandrasekar, MLS (ASCP)CM is the creator and illustrator/author of Warbler Works Studio. To decompress during the beginning of COVID-19, she began to illustrate short comics that described her experiences, as well as others, in the medical laboratory sphere. From there, she took her love and experience of working on Lab Week for her hospital and created a laboratory-themed shop to celebrate the laboratory profession year-round. Sophia also serves on the ASCLS Marketing and Communications Committee and is the host and producer of the ASCLS Off the Bench Podcast.
Connect with Sophia on social media at:
Instagram: @warbler.works
Twitter (X): @warbler_works
Facebook: @warblerworkss
Also, check out this book (referenced during the episode) by Dr. Alan Wu: The Hidden Assassin: When Clinical Lab Tests Go Awry: Wu, Alan H.B.: 9780989348546: Amazon.com: Books
Welcome to another insightful episode of eLABorate Topics! Today, host and leadership mentor Tywauna Wilson gives practical strategies for lab professionals on effectively communicating their value to non-technical audiences. Whether dealing with clinicians, hospital administrators, or even patients, Tywauna shares key tips to help you articulate the critical role of laboratory work in a way that's relatable and impactful.
In this episode, we'll cover:
Join us as we explore these crucial communication techniques to ensure your lab's value is understood and appreciated by all.
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Connect with Coach Tee Wilson
To connect with Tywauna for more on this and other leadership and personal development topics visit: StandOutLeaderAcademy.com or connect with her on LinkedIn where she shares topics to help you learn grow and develop in the area of leadership and personal development.
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Episode Summary: In today’s episode of the Elaborate Topics Podcast, host Lona Small, your career success coach, dives deep into the power of a growth mindset for medical lab professionals. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated by constant changes and challenges in the lab, this episode will help you reframe your perspective and unlock your potential.
Using the relatable story of Sarah—a dedicated lab professional struggling to adapt to new technology—Lona illustrates how shifting from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset can turn career roadblocks into opportunities for development. Tune in as she shares 10 actionable strategies you can start applying today to not only reduce stress but also to create a more fulfilling and successful lab career.
Key Takeaways:
Practical Application: 5 Steps to Start Implementing a Growth Mindset Today:
Key Quote from the Episode:
"The key difference between feeling stuck and thriving in your career lies in one simple shift—from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset." — Lona Small
Resources Mentioned:
Call to Action:
If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your colleagues and subscribe to Elaborate Topics on your favorite podcast platform. Let’s continue to grow and thrive together in the lab!
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Subscribe and Stay Tuned for More: Don’t forget to subscribe and join us next time as we explore more strategies to help lab professionals succeed and find fulfillment in their careers
Tune in today for an insightful discussion on how mistakes and failures can serve as powerful learning opportunities, driving growth and innovation.
Join hosts Stephanie Whitehead, Lona Small, and Tywauna Wilson as they share personal experiences and valuable insights on transforming failures into stepping stones for success.
Key takeaways:
1. Embrace Vulnerability: Being open about mistakes not only makes you more relatable but also helps create a psychologically safe workspace where innovation can thrive.
2. Foster a No-Blame Culture: Leaders should focus on curiosity and process improvement, modeling vulnerability to encourage collective learning and growth.
3. Leverage Failures for Innovation: From modern tech implementations to historical discoveries, failures have been pivotal in driving some of the greatest innovations.
Tune in to this episode and let’s learn to fail forward, grow, and innovate together! 🎧✨
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In this episode of eLABorate Topics, host Tywauna Wilson discuss strategies and best practices for mastering remote and hybrid work environments within the medical laboratory field. Enhance your team’s performance with practical strategies, communication tips, and productivity tools tailored for the evolving workspace. Stay tuned for insights that will help you navigate the new world of work with confidence and efficiency!
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To connect with Tywauna for more on this and other leadership and personal development topics visit: StandOutLeaderAcademy.com or connect with her on LinkedIn where she shares topics to help you learn grow and develop in the area of leadership and personal development.
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If you have a leadership or laboratory message to share and would like to be a guest on the show, please contact us by completing the guest interest form or e-mailing us at [email protected].
We're thrilled to bring you the another episode of "eLABorate Topics," where we delve into the essentials of effective communication in the healthcare setting!
In this episode, cohost Stephanie Whitehead engages in an insightful conversation with special guest Doryan Redding. Together, they explore strategies for fostering understanding and positivity in both professional and personal realms. This is an episode you won't want to miss!
🔍 Episode Highlights:
1. The ICE Model for Communication: Discover Doryan's revolutionary communication strategy and how it can transform interactions inside and outside the lab.
2. Leadership in Promoting Positivity: Learn why leaders must champion mutual understanding and how to counteract the negativity prevalent on online platforms.
3. Building Strong Relationships in Healthcare: The episode emphasizes the critical role of collaboration in patient care and shares ways to integrate different departments effectively.
Tune into this episode to gain valuable insights and practical tips that can make a difference in your professional life.
Special Guest Bio: Doryan Redding is a Medical Laboratory Scientist at the University of Virginia Medical Center. She serves as Chair of the ASCLS Marketing and Communications Committee, Councilor-at-Large for the Ascending Professionals Forum, and Treasurer for ASCLS - Virginia. You can also find her co-hosting the ASCLS Off the Bench podcast, where she explores the latest in laboratory science and professional development. Connect with Doryan on social media @doryanredding.
📅 New Episodes Every Tuesday: Don't forget to mark your calendar! Stay engaged with the podcast community by following us on social media @elaboratetopics and sharing your thoughts.
Are you a medical lab professional struggling to find happiness and fulfillment in your career? If you're feeling overwhelmed by productivity pressures, stuck in endless meetings, or managing a team under constant stress, the problem may not be what you think.
What if the root cause of your unhappiness isn't your workload, hours, or even your boss, but rather the neglect of some fundamental, non-negotiable principles in your career?
In this episode, your host, Lona Small, career success coach, dives into "10 Non-Negotiables" that could be the hidden reasons behind your unhappiness at work. These are the essential questions every lab professional should ask themselves to ensure they are on the path to a satisfying and rewarding career.
Key Takeaways: The 10 Non-Negotiables to Consider for a Happier Lab Career
1.Do I Have Opportunities to Share Ideas and Foster Innovation?
Innovation isn’t just for tech startups—it’s crucial in labs too! Whether it’s streamlining daily tasks or contributing to large-scale projects, your voice and ideas should be heard. If you're not given a seat at the table, it may be time to speak up or look for opportunities elsewhere.
2.Is My Role Providing Me with Purpose and a Sense of Meaning?
Purpose is a powerful driver of job satisfaction. Are you able to see the impact of your work on patient outcomes or lab efficiency? If not, consider finding ways to connect your daily tasks with a bigger picture that resonates with your values.
3.Am I Continuously Growing and Learning in My Current Role?
Career satisfaction requires continuous growth. Are you gaining new skills and facing fresh challenges? If you feel stagnated, push for new opportunities—whether leading cross-functional projects or earning additional certifications.
4.Am I Valued and Recognized for the Contributions I Make?
Feeling valued is crucial to feeling fulfilled at work. If your efforts are going unnoticed, it might be time to seek feedback, self-advocate, or share your achievements in meetings to ensure your work is acknowledged.
5.Do I Maintain Clear Boundaries Between Work and Personal Life?
Work-life balance is vital for long-term happiness. Are you constantly working overtime or struggling to switch off? Setting clear boundaries can protect your mental health and ensure you're recharged and engaged when you're on the clock.
6.Am I Engaging in Projects and Tasks That Reflect My Core Values?
Alignment between your work and core values is key. If your projects and tasks don’t match what you stand for, it may lead to frustration and burnout. Find roles or tasks that align with your personal beliefs and values.
7.Am I Fairly Compensated for My Skills and Professional Efforts?
Fair compensation isn’t just about numbers; it’s about feeling valued. Do you believe your salary reflects your experience and contributions? If not, research industry standards and prepare to advocate for what you’re worth.
8.Is My Work Environment Positive, Supportive, and Healthy?
A toxic work environment can drain your energy and enthusiasm. Does your workplace foster a positive, supportive atmosphere where you feel respected and have access to necessary resources? If not, consider speaking up or seeking a healthier environment.
9.Do I Make Time to Support My Mental, Spiritual, and Emotional Well-Being?
Mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being are fundamental for job satisfaction. Are you taking time for self-care, meditation, or reflection? Make sure your workplace supports a holistic approach to your health and well-being.
10.Do I Cultivate a Growth Mindset, Positive Outlook, and Practice Gratitude?
Your mindset shapes your experience at work. Do you focus on growth opportunities, see the positives, and practice gratitude? Research shows that individuals with a growth mindset are more resilient and adaptable, which is especially important in demanding environments like labs.
Action Steps: Reflect, Reassess, and Take Control
Join the Conversation!
Stay tuned for more insightful episodes of Elaborate Topics by subscribing on DirectImpactBroadcasting.com or your favorite podcast platform. Connect with us on LinkedIn and join our group discussions with hosts Lona Small, Tywauna Wilson and Stephanie Whitehead. Have a topic or guest suggestion? Visit our website to submit your ideas.
Remember, a fulfilling career isn’t just about what you do—it’s about who you are while doing it. Until next time, stay balanced, stay fulfilled, and keep thriving in your lab career!
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