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"The stress of a new manager is like a first date. You don't know what to expect and you're just hoping everything goes well"

Congratulations, You've been promoted!!

There is a ton of excitement that comes with this accomplishment in your career but there are also emotional challenges of the transition that you were unaware of. In the interview, none of the common sources of stress for new managers was even discussed. You are now feeling a wide range of emotions, including performance anxiety, confusion, regret, and even loss.

It's tough to be a new manager but once you identify common sources of stress that could come up and potential strategies to minimize them, you will be on your way to getting acclimated to your new role and able to perform with ease.

Common Sources of Stress for New Managers:

1.  Role Strain- Facing conflict and overload in your position
   • Too much work, too little time
   
   
2. Problem Solving Fatigue
   • Feeling like you have to solve every problem that arises for everyone
   
   
3. Imposter Syndrome
   • Inadequate feelings or struggling to hide it from others
   
   
4. Isolation
   • Missing your old work life and relationships while setting boundaries and acclimating to your new reality
   
   

Listen to the entire episode to hear the strategies for how to deal with each of these common sources of stress. 

"The greatest challenge of a new manager is not the new job, but the old job." - Coach Tee Wilson

Reflection Questions

• Which of these areas causes you the most amount of stress as a new manager?
• What was the best advice that you received as a new manager to overcome stress?

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We are experiencing some of the most challenging times in the lab field, in our personal lives, and in so many industries, especially healthcare.

Limited staffing, high staff turnover, challenges at home…

All these have been going on for some time now.

How can we keep going without breaking under this pressure?

In this episode Lona Small discussed a unique way that lab leaders and teams can keep themselves, their team, and their loved ones calm, strive and grow without bending under pressure, even when things are chaotic.

 Lona discussed the importance of leading yourself first and how to utilize the Core Method to do so.

She discussed how you can dig deep and tap into your Core

·       Core Role

·       Core Vision

·       Core Values 

·       Core Self

Lona discussed the importance of building mental strength, leading yourself, being a role model, shine the light to others around you, and create the environment where there is growth instead of breaking under pressure.

Listen to the full episode to find out the details of why our #1 focus should be to lead ourselves and not others.

For more information and support on this and similar topics email Lona Small directly at [email protected]  You can send direct message on LinkedIn at Lona Gordon Small, If you want to learn more practical ways to create the best culture for yourself and your team and  propel your growth in an environment of calm and happiness and create the impact you want for your lab.

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In this episode, co-hosts Stephanie Whitehead and Tywauna Wilson talk with Sean McNair, MPH, CT(ASCP) about his professional journey and the themes of resiliency and self awareness that he has experienced throughout his career.  
 
Tune in as Sean details how he has used innovation and flexibility to make an impact in the cytopathology community and the laboratory medicine profession! 

Special Guest Bio:

Sean McNair, MPH, CT(ASCP) has been the Cytology Education Coordinator for the Department of Pathology at MSK since 2015. His responsibilities include coordination of the Cytology Staff Conference series, and coordination of Cytology Service educational activities. He also provides educational content to Cytopathology fellows and participates in Cytology clinical service duties. Mr. McNair is also the Program Director for the Advanced Certificate in Cytotechnology for Hunter College, a collaborative Cytotechnology training program in which the students are trained exclusively at MSK. Mr. McNair has overseen the evolution and transition of the Memorial Sloan Kettering School of Cytotechnology, which existed for over 50 years and has provided MSK and neighboring institutions with highly skilled Cytotechnologists. Outside of MSK, Mr. McNair is actively in several professional societies, including the ASCP and ASC as a committee member, working to continue to drive the evolution of today’s Cytotechnologist to tomorrow’s Pathology professional. Mr. McNair completed his Cytology training at the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, and subsequently completed his MPH in Health Policy and Management. 

Listeners can connect with Sean McNair at:

[email protected]

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-mcnair-5412511b/

Twitter:   https://twitter.com/smcnair0328

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The number of monkeypox cases are rising across the US...How worried should you be about this virus? 
How can lab professionals use their voice to advocate for public health safety?

In this “Ask the Expert” episode, Stephanie Whitehead talks with Dr. Rodney Rohde, a public health subject matter expert, to answer all your pressing questions about the monkeypox virus. Tune in and learn everything you need to know about the current monkeypox outbreak and other emerging dieases currently in the news. 

For a deeper dive into conversations with Dr. Rohde, be sure to check out S2 Ep. 20 "The Path to Least Antibiotic Resistance".

Don't forget to share this episode with a colleague, friend or family member!

Public Health resources recommended in this episode:
Health Alert Network (HAN) | CDC
Home - ProMED - ProMED-mail (promedmail.org)

"Ask the Expert" Guest Bio:

Dr. Rohde has published over 90 research articles and abstracts, two books and is a highly sought keynote presenter with over 100 international, national, and state conference presentations. His two books focus on Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) adaptation and Clinical Considerations in Rabies. In recent years, he has become a globally viral author subject matter expert utilizing invited articles, TEDx talks, podcasts, video casts and interviews to enhance science communication and translational health research literacy in public health, healthcare, and the medical laboratory environment.

During the #SARSCoV2 / #COVID19 pandemic, Doc R is the #1 quoted Texas State subject matter expert and conducted over 150 interviews for podcasts, TV, newspapers, and internet sites including dozens of webinars and workshops at all levels. He has received numerous awards and honors during his career, and most recently, added to The Pathologist’s PowerList 2020 and Cardinal Health’s Laboratory Excellence List (2022).

Listeners can connect with Dr. Rodney Rohde at: 

Personal Website: https://rodneyerohde.wp.txstate.edu/

Twitter: @RodneyRohde | @TXST_CLS | @TXST_THR

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodneyerohde/ [personal]

https://www.linkedin.com/company/texas-state-clinical-laboratory-science-program/?viewAsMember=true 
[Texas State CLS Program]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010172941875 [personal]

https://www.facebook.com/txstate.cls/ [Texas State CLS Program]

https://www.facebook.com/txst.THR/ [Texas State Translational Health Research]

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtWrOlPkjfLm2_i1G3ZVWBg [Youtube channel]

Check out Dr Rhode's most recent publications and interviews about this topic:
Invited Editorial [Editor Dr. Alison Bert] for Elsevier Connect – What do HIV and COVID-19 have to do with monkeypox? August 18, 2022. https://www.elsevier.com/connect/what-do-hiv-and-covid-19-have-to-do-with-monkeypox Monkeypox Information Center: White House OSTP promoted in a press release this week! (You’re at the top of Public Health): https://www.elsevier.com/connect/monkeypox-information-center/_nocache

Monkeypox Arrives in the U.S.—Now What? Clinical Laboratory News, AACC.org July/August 2022. https://www.aacc.org/cln/articles/2022/julyaugust/monkeypox-arrives-in-the-us-now-what

Invited interview with Jacey Yarbrough and Marissa Mizroch of Spectrum News – Monkeypox. August 4, 2022. https://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/austin/news/2022/08/05/texas-colleges-and-universities-prepare-for-monkeypox-outbreaks

Invited interview with Jala Washington of KXAN TV Austin – How Texas schools are preparing for possible monkeypox outbreaks. August 2, 2022. https://www.kxan.com/news/texas/how-texas-schools-are-preparing-for-possible-monkeypox-outbreaks/

Invited interview with Richard Hollingham of The BBC – What is monkeypox and why is it spreading? August 2, 2022.

"Sitting in a workshop listening to two speakers talk about laboratory medicine sparked my interest in the profession"- Dr Tiffany Bratton
 
Sharing your excitement for the laboratory profession is a great way to promote the career field as in the same way the two clinical chemists did for Dr Bratton. Having the opportunity to build a laboratory from the ground up, with its intimate look at processes and regulations, can provide a unique opportunity for laboratorians. Understanding additional concepts such as lab billing, marketing, and business development are pathways to serving in other capacities in the lab.

In this episode, Co-Host Tywauna Wilson sits down with Dr. Tiffany Bratton to discuss her journey to CLIA director for Histocompatibility and Molecular laboratories and how she has been able to support multiple laboratories as their director and help other labs get started.

Key Topics Shared in this episode:

• What is histocompatibility, and how does one get into this space
• Recruitment and retention of personnel during the Covid-19 crisis and afterward
• How labs can prepare the pipeline for staff to promote up to different levels in the lab off the bench
• How serving as lab director provides one the opportunity to build business and entrepreneurial skills

Special Guest Bio:

Dr. Tiffany Bratton is an award-winning innovative scientific leader with focused experience in healthcare administration, business strategy, and clinical diagnostics. Dr. Bratton is board certified in clinical chemistry (DABCC) and histocompatibility (FACHI). She completed her fellowship training at one of the world’s leading research universities, Emory University. In 2012, Dr. Bratton began partnering to establish commercial molecular labs. She designed, built, validated, and accredited the laboratories as well as supported technical sales and marketing. From these experiences, Dr. Bratton learned the value of business strategy, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence to the commercial success of clinical laboratories. In the years that followed, Dr. Bratton provided intermittent consulting support to various laboratory businesses while maintaining a laser focus on her academic goals. In 2020 Dr. Bratton formed Bratton LabWorx to provide expert guidance for independent specialty diagnostic laboratories that need to evolve and thrive in the years ahead.

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In this episode of eLABorate Topics podcast hosts Lona Small, Tywauna Wilson, and Stephanie Whitehead had a great roundtable discussion on Training vs. Competency.

The podcast hosts discussed:

·       What is training and what is competency

·       Why training and why competency. 

·       Major regulatory requirements for training and competency

·       Ways to have effective training and competency

Listen to the full episode to get more detailed information on the difference between training and competency and ways to have an effective training and competency programs in your labs.

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In this episode, co-host Stephanie Whitehead talks with Luis Plaza, the creator of the “Let’s Talk Micro” podcast. Luis is a Medical Laboratory Scientist (at AdventHealth) and an adjunct laboratory instructor (at the University of Central Florida) in Orlando. 

Tune in to this interesting episode as Luis Plaza discusses his career in the laboratory profession and how is role as an educator and scientist inspired him to create his popular podcast. 

The “Let’s Talk Micro” podcast is an entertaining and educational show that features episodes explaining Clinical Microbiology in simple terms. Listeners can listen to “Let’s talk Micro” Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts. This podcast is great for Microbiology Scientists or CLS Students so be sure to subscribe and share!

Listeners can connect with Let’s Talk Micro (Luis Plaza) at [email protected] or on social media at:

Twitter @Letstalkmicro1

Instagram @Letstalkmicro

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In this episode Lona Small discusses happiness in the workplace and why it is important for labs to focus on this now as a strategic objective.

Lona discussed 10 benefits that are seen as ROI of happiness in the workplace:

1.     Less Conflict in the workplace

2.     Increase creativity and innovation

3.     More likely to collaborate

4.     Enjoy work and connect meaning and purpose

5.     Create an environment of positive energy

6.     Reduce the overwhelm

7.     Better chance of career progression and recognition

8.     Less likely to leave the workplace

9.     Less chance of work error

10.  Ripple effect of happiness outside of work

Listen to the full episode to find out the details of  how these benefits can be applied to your lab.

You can reach Lona Small directly at [email protected] if you have questions regarding this subject or if you want to learn more practical ways  you can ditch the overwhelm at work and create a culture of happiness for yourself and your team.

You can also catch Lona on LinkedIn under Lona Gordon Small and follow hashtag #YouAreAnImportantPartOfTheWhole

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You can register on LabVine for free on labvinelearning.com and you will get access to a myriad of lab resources many of them are free

Be an eLABorate Supporter! 

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"Negotiation is not an act of battle; it’s a process of discovery. The goal is to uncover as much information as possible."- Chris Voss 

We hear the word negotiation and typically think of the salary offer for a new job or a raise at work. While these are types of negotiations, these aren't the only ones. Believe it or not, we negotiate every day, usually 7-10 times per day. Negotiation in its purest form is the act of coming to an agreement on a topic that's important to all parties involved #collaboration. It's coming up with a win-win for all. Negotiation skills help up in many ways including improving our relationships, saving money, resolving conflict, building a business, and getting ahead in our careers.

“Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate" ― John Fitzgerald Kennedy

In today's episode, Tywauna Wilson will share tips on developing the skills to be a successful negotiator to win in any situation.

Key Negotiation Skills Every Laboratorian Needs To Win In Life and Business:

1. Prepare to win
2. Problem analysis and solving skills
3. Strong verbal communication skills
4. Active listening
5. Ability to make quick decisions
6. Keeping your emotions in check

Reflection Questions

• Which of these do I have the most strength? 
• How or who can help me actively develop these power skills ie courses, books, podcasts, mentors, etc?

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To connect with Tywauna for more on this and other leadership and personal development topics visit: TywaunaWilson.com or connect with her on LinkedIn for the invitation to join the Trendy Elite Leadership Tidbits Community where you can learn grow and develop in the area of leadership and personal development.

Be an eLABorate Supporter! 

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Leadership is the ability to motivate and inspire others through influencing, resulting in the right outcomes and impact. In today’s discussion, the eLABorate co-hosts talk to special guest, Tokiwa Smith about how she has used her influence and skills to make a huge impact in her community.

Tune in as Tokiwa details how her SEM Link program works to effectively provide positive STEM role models and give students access to essential tools (at early ages)! The amazing impact of this powerful program has been the immeasurable influence and awareness of STEM careers for local students. 

Special Guest Bio:

Ms. Tokiwa T. Smith is a leader in STEM Education and Philanthropy; having over 18 years’ experience in academia, government, and philanthropy. An alumna of Florida A & M University, Ms. Smith is an Author, Consultant, Speaker and Social Entrepreneur. She is the Founder and Executive Director of a nonprofit organization, Science, Engineering and Mathematics Link Inc and Principal of Tokiwa T. Smith Consulting. Ms. Smith has been honored by her peers and the community receiving several awards. Her work has been featured in media outlets, she sits on several advisory boards and is a member of civic organizations. She currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia.

Listeners can connect with Tokiwa at:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tokiwatsmith/

Twitter: @semlink  

Instagram: @tokiwasmith , @semlink

Facebook: @semlinkinc

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