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In today’s episode, we explore the critical balance that every empathetic leader strives to achieve: supporting their teams effectively while protecting their own well-being and efficiency. Lona Small, a leadership and career success coach, provides actionable insights for lab leaders and executives on steering clear of the pitfalls of the open-door policy that can lead to frustration, non-productivity, and potential burnout.

 Key Highlights:

 
Lona Small breaks down the complexities of an open-door policy and its impact on leadership efficiency.

The conversation moves into how leaders can create a supportive environment without compromising their own schedules and mental health.

Practical tips are given on differentiating between constructive discussions and time-wasting drama.

The episode covers the seven essential coaching questions from Michael Bungay Stanier's "The Coaching Habit," presented in an easy-to-remember acrostic.

Actionable Takeaways:

 Listeners will learn to use the COACHES acrostic to navigate coaching conversations.

Lona highlights the importance of guiding team members to identify their own solutions, promoting self-sufficiency.

Emphasis is placed on the need for leaders to practice empathetic listening while keeping conversations goal-oriented and productive.

Recommended Resource:

"The Coaching Habit" by Michael Bungay Stanier – Lona recommends this book for its practical coaching methods tailored for busy leaders who aim to empower their teams without compromising their own responsibilities.

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A large delegation of Republican House members visited Eagle Pass to view the border crisis firsthand. However, the invasion of illegal aliens continues. There's also a community in east Texas that has many illegal alien residents that is under investigation by the Biden Administration. 

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Title: 5 Key Strategies to Successfully Achieve Your Career and Personal Goals in 2024: Overcoming Common Obstacles 

 Season: 4, Episode 1

Host: Lona Small, Laboratory Coach and Consultant

   - Many people struggle to achieve their goals despite having good intentions.

   - Goals often get left behind due to life's distractions.

   - Importance of understanding why goals are unmet and strategies to overcome these challenges

5 Reasons You Do Not Achieve Your Goals and strategies to overcome them

1. Setting Means vs. End Goals:

   - Means Goals:The steps thought necessary to achieve the end goal.

   - End Goals:The ultimate experience or achievement desired.

   - Tip: Focus on the end goal and align your means goals with it.

2. Alignment with Personal Values:

   - Goals not aligned with personal values are harder to achieve.

   - Understanding and setting goals that reflect personal values is crucial.

3. Belief in Achievability

   - Doubts about competence and confidence can hinder goal achievement.

   - Strategies include the reverse gap method (reflecting on past accomplishments) and the courage framework (action, competence, confidence loop).

4. Identity and Goals:

   - Aligning identity with goals is vital.

   - Books recommended: "The Big Leap" by Gay Hendricks and "The Alter Ego Effect" by Todd Herman.

"Atomic Habits" by James Clear

   - Building an identity that resonates with the goals set is important for success.

6. Supportive Environment:

   - Surrounding oneself with a positive and supportive environment is key.

   - Reducing distractions and temptations can aid in goal achievement.

Recommendations:

- Podcast episodes for further learning:

eLABorate Topics podcast:

  - Season 3, Episode 17 :An effective way to set career goals that you will be excited to keep  

- Season 2, Episode 7: Using Core Values to decide on your Next- Level career opportunity- Books for deeper insight: 

  - "The Big Leap" by Gay Hendricks.

  - "The Alter Ego Effect" by Todd Herman.

Conclusion:

- Lona Small emphasizes the importance of setting realistic and personally aligned goals, believing in one's ability to achieve them, and creating a conducive environment for success.

- Encouragement to start with small goals, seek support if needed, and continuously reassess and align goals with one's identity and values.

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 Welcome to our special end-of-year podcast episode! As we wrap up this festive season, we're taking a look back through some of our most popular episodes in season 2 of #WhatTheHealthTech, featuring industry experts from all areas of health and social care. 

This episode covers a lot - from understanding CQC frameworks to issues in women's health, tech for better care, and empowering your team by changing the story, and more. So kick back, enjoy, and let's wrap up the year with some great insights!

We'd also like to take the time to thank all of our guests who have appeared on our podcast this year and an even bigger thank you to everyone who has listened and watched! 

If you would like to be featured on #WhatTheHealthTech in the new year, please get in touch whatthehealthtech@radarhealthcare.com  

Join us in this episode as we wrap up this season and celebrate Season 3's 50th episode. Today the cohosts take a casual stroll down memory lane and reminisce about the most memorable moments from Season 3. We're excited about what's to come so, be sure to stay tuned and connected for more information about Season 4!

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 Guest: Michael Baron, Executive Director of Clinical Lab Operation at Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratory
 

The podcast episode focuses on addressing the pressing issue of staffing challenges in medical laboratories.

Michael Baron, a visionary with extensive experience in laboratory operations, shares his innovative strategies and collaborative efforts in this field.

Staffing Challenges in Medical Labs:

Baron discusses the prevalent issues of rapid turnover, especially in second and third shifts, and the scarcity of certified technicians due to diminishing educational programs.

Innovative Solutions:

Non-Certified Tech Program:

Creation of a program to hire college graduates with relevant degrees and provide them with necessary training and education in clinical labs.

Training and Certification:

Implementation of specialized training programs in Core lab areas like Chemistry and Hematology.

Collaboration with educational institutions and state bodies to establish lab apprenticeship programs.

Supporting Staff Development:

Offering salary incentives and a structured career path to encourage staff retention and growth.

Collaborative Efforts:

WDL Education Collaborative:

A monthly forum where lab leaders share strategies and experiences to tackle staffing challenges.

Speakers from various labs, including Duke University and Milwaukee VA Medical Center, contribute their insights.

Resource Sharing and Networking:

Development of a resource depository for training curriculums to aid in standardized training across labs.

Building a network of professionals for mutual support and idea exchange.

Engagement with External Entities:

Partnerships with high schools, universities, and professional organizations to create early career pathways and align training with certification requirements.

Vision for the Future:

 Barron aspires to expand this collaborative into a larger network, with the potential of organizing a focused conference to further these discussions and collaborations.

The episode "Medical Lab Leaders Collaborate to Tackle Staffing Challenges with Innovative Solutions" highlights the importance of collaboration and innovation in addressing staffing issues in medical laboratories. Michael Baron's approach and the collective efforts of lab leaders across the country serve as a testament to the power of shared knowledge and resources in driving positive change in the laboratory profession. This collaborative model not only addresses current challenges but also paves the way for sustainable growth and development in the field.

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En plena campanya per les eleccions comunals on només el 36% de la població té dret a vot i les xifres de participació van a la baixa, a l'Altaveu a Fons ens demanem a qui interessen aquestes eleccions. Hem sortit al carrer per escoltar l'opinió de la gent i recordem una iniciativa que va tenir lloc fa set anys per recollir signatures a favor de  permetre votar els residents a les comunals. Se'n van aconseguir més de 6.000, però no va servir per a res. Un dels impulsors ens explica l'experiència i la seva visió de la situació actual.

In this episode, cohost Stephanie Whitehead and special guest, Ogechi "Ogee" Ohaeto, provide practical tips and advice on how to create inclusive holiday celebrations that cater to diverse backgrounds and beliefs in your laboratory. 

Tune in as they discuss ways to ensure everyone feels welcome and valued, fostering a joyful and harmonious atmosphere for the entire team. 

Be sure to check out their article on this subject posted through ASCLS.

For information on this topic, also listen to eLABorate Topics | Episode 28: Diversity Daily: Breaking Barriers and Fostering Inclusiveness in the Lab (featuring Cherie Hodge) (directimpactbroadcasting.com)

Special Guest Bio:
Ogechi Ohaeto is a Medical Technologist II in Microbiology at UF Health Jacksonville. After getting her bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of Florida, she obtained her license in clinical laboratory sciences at Santa Fe College in Gainesville, FL. Ogee initially worked as an assistant for 4 years before getting her certification. She loves working in the microbiology lab setting and is heavily involved in ASCLS on both a state and national level. She is also currently the Vice President of the Jacksonville Area Microbiology in Jacksonville FL.
 
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In the episode of eLABorate Topics podcast Lona Small brought the audience a “blast from the past” originally recorded by Lona, several years ago before she started eLABorate Topics podcast. Lona discusses effective recognition programs and how leaders can design recognition programs that actually work to motivate employees and improve culture. 

 The key points are:

1. Be AWARE how each team member wants to be recognized - everyone is different in the type of recognition they appreciate (public, private, written, verbal, etc.)

2. ALIGN the recognition program with organizational and team goals and the behaviors you want to drive 

3. ACKNOWLEDGE and celebrate small wins - recognize progress and milestones along the way rather than just end results

4. Ensure recognition is ALIKE across all shifts and roles - don't inadvertently only recognize certain groups 

In addition to specific recognition programs, general activities like team lunches or jeans days can also help boost culture and fun. The key is incorporating those four components into the overall recognition approach.

Lona emphasizes starting with the first step of understanding individual motivations as the foundation. From there, leaders can build an effective tailored program for their teams.

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Struggling with constant staff turnover and openings? As a medical lab leader, you may feel overwhelmed trying to create an engaging environment that makes people want to stay. 
What if there was a simple method to improve retention by developing your team's mental fitness? 
Lona Small shares how investing just 15 minutes a day into activities that build your staff's resilience, self-control, empathy and creativity can transform your culture. 
Tune into this podcast to discover a practical operating system called "Positive Intelligence" that fortune 500 companies have used successfully.
It requires minimal time but with powerful team-wide benefits - from innovation to conflict resolution to better leadership. Learn how this research-backed approach can attract and retain top talent to your lab.

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In this episode, cohost, Stephanie Whitehead chats with Becky Woodford to explore the various accreditation options available for clinical laboratories (i.e. CAP, COLA, and Leading Laboratories).  Tune in as Stephanie and Becky discuss the importance of accreditation, and the requirements, benefits, and limitations of each accreditation, helping listeners understand which option might be the best fit for their lab.

Grab a pen and notepad and be prepared to take notes! Listeners will gain a clear understanding of the benefits of accreditation and each option can enhance the quality and reliability of laboratory testing.

For information on this topic, also listen to eLABorate Topics | Episode 16: Innovative Solutions to the Challenges facing our laboratories (Featuring Nicole Colby) (transistor.fm)

Special Guest Bio:
Becky Woodford is the Director of Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs with Avero Diagnostics a national physician-owned company with multiple laboratory locations providing a broad portfolio of testing in the areas of anatomic, clinical, and molecular pathology. Previously, Becky worked for healthcare organizations including Baylor Scott & White in Dallas, Texas in quality management and at Sparrow Health System and Ingham Regional Medical Center in Lansing MI as a Medical Laboratory Scientist. Becky graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor’s of science in Human Biology and Clinical Laboratory Science and she holds a Master of Business Administration from Texas Woman’s University. Certifications include MLS(ASCP), Green Belt Lean Six Sigma (Purdue University), Laboratory Quality Management Systems (CLSI), and Quality System Regulation Certified Compliance Professional (CfPIE).

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Tune in for Part #2 of Stephanie Whitehead's interview with Mindy Spigel, the author of the best-selling book There’s a Snake on My Head! Strategies for Alleviating Fear and Anxiety in Healthcare for Patients, Families, AND Healthcare Teams.

Listen to Part #1 of their interview here: eLABorate Topics | Episode 39: "There's a Snake on My Head!" (featuring best-selling author, Mindy Spigel, RN, MSN, CPXP) (transistor.fm)

In this episode, Stephanie and Mindy discuss the fears of healthcare professionals and how they can impact patient care. Tune in as Mindy offers practical tips to healthcare leaders on how to recognize and address these fears and how to create an open and safe environment where healthcare workers feel comfortable to express their fears and be honest about their feelings. Mindy’s interview is essential listening for healthcare leaders who want to create an environment of trust and safety for their teams!

Mindy Spigel's Bio:
Mindy Spigel’s passion is helping people create meaningful connections as a leader, a team member, and while caring for customers. She enjoys helping leaders build strong teams and exceptional work environments. She is committed to helping teams communicate, respect each other, and work together effectively. It is her desire to alleviate fears, build trust, and create an exceptional experience for all. Mindy is proud to be a nurse and has both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Nursing. Mindy has been honored to have presented at numerous National, State, and local conferences and provided consultation and coaching to various organizations. In 2018, Mindy completed a research study on the fears of patients and families. She published a book on Amazon entitled, “There’s a Snake on My Head! Strategies for Alleviating Fear and Anxiety in Healthcare (for patients, families, AND health care teams) based on her research and experience

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 Dr. LaShanda Bryce, Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Science, specialist in hematology and coagulation. Experience in management, teaching, quality/compliance. Currently with Diagnostica Stago and Univ. of Cincinnati, focuses on the vital role medical laboratory professionals can play in translational research to help advance healthcare.

In this episode she discussed:

 Medical lab professionals must participate in translational science to bridge gap between theory and practice."

• Dr. Brice says that medical lab professionals need to get more involved in translational research, which focuses on turning discoveries from the lab into real-world applications. There is often a gap between the theoretical knowledge produced by researchers/PhDs and the practical "on the ground" knowledge from technologists about how things actually work in a real-world lab setting. By participating in translational research, lab professionals can help bridge this gap between theory and practice to ensure research insights are implemented in ways that truly improve patient care. Their involvement helps advance healthcare.

"Lab techs have invaluable perspectives but are often left out of research and guidelines."

• Bench technologists have extremely valuable perspectives to share based on their daily hands-on work in the lab. However, their voices are often left out of research publications, abstracts, and best practice guidelines. The speaker argues that the lab technician viewpoint is a "missing link" that needs to be included to provide important context about real-world feasibility and applicability of research discoveries. Without their input, the guidance produced lacks a crucial practical component.

"Getting involved in research allows techs to shape how discoveries are implemented in real clinical practice."

• By getting involved in translational research studies, quality improvement projects, submitting proposals to conferences, publishing case studies, etc., laboratory professionals can directly influence how scientific discoveries and new techniques get implemented in daily clinical practice. Rather than being passive receivers of new research, they have the opportunity to shape guidelines and impact patient care by sharing their invaluable knowledge and experience about what actually works on the ground.

"Every lab professional has opportunities to contribute - submit proposals, publish case studies, get involved in committees."

• There are many avenues for bench technologists to get involved and make research contributions. Examples include: submitting posters/presentations to big lab medicine conferences, authoring and publishing case studies from their lab, doing quality improvement projects, getting involved in hospital committees, and partnering with researchers. The speaker emphasizes that every technician has opportunities to participate and have their voice heard.

"It's all about communication and partnership between PhDs and bench techs."

• To help close the gap between clinical researchers and practicing lab professionals, open communication and partnership is crucial. Each party needs to communicate in a constructive way and find common ground to understand the other's perspective. Though they take different pathways, the end goal is the same - improving patient care through research. It's about balancing and finding the "seesaw" middle ground.

Listen to the full episode for details.
 
 

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When it comes to healthcare, fear, and anxiety can be major obstacles to providing optimal care. Patients can feel overwhelmed by the decisions they need to make, and the intense emotions they experience can make understanding the information they receive difficult. This is where effective communication comes in. By engaging in meaningful conversations, healthcare professionals can help alleviate some of this fear and anxiety and create a more positive healthcare experience. 

This is the topic that Stephanie Whitehead discusses with author, speaker, and facilitator, Mindy Spigel, RN, MSN, CPXP in this episode.  Mindy is the author of the best-selling book There’s a Snake on My Head! Strategies for Alleviating Fear and Anxiety in Healthcare For Patients, Families, AND Healthcare Teams. 

In this episode, Mindy provides valuable insight into the aspects of fear and anxiety that hinder patient care. Mindy and Stephanie discuss the importance of creating a safe and welcoming space for patients and their families. They also provide practical strategies for healthcare professionals to use when communicating with patients. 

Tune in to hear insightful and practical tips on how laboratory professionals can help create a positive healthcare experience for all patients! You won’t be disappointed!

Mindy Spigel's Bio:
Mindy Spigel’s passion is helping people create meaningful connections as a leader, a team member, and while caring for customers. She enjoys helping leaders build strong teams and exceptional work environments. She is committed to helping teams communicate, respect each other, and work together effectively. It is her desire to alleviate fears, build trust, and create an exceptional experience for all. Mindy is proud to be a nurse and has both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Nursing. Mindy has been honored to have presented at numerous National, State, and local conferences and provided consultation and coaching to various organizations. In 2018, Mindy completed a research study on the fears of patients and families. She published a book on Amazon entitled, “There’s a Snake on My Head! Strategies for Alleviating Fear and Anxiety in Healthcare (for patients, families, AND health care teams) based on her research and experience

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In this episode, the eLABorate Topics co-hosts discuss the importance of preparation before attending a virtual or in-person conference. 

Tune in as they offer tidbits and tips such as 

• Setting clear goals before attending a conference (which is essential in order to make the most out of the event)! 
• Tailoring the sessions you attend towards your professional goals and objectives  
• Researching the available speakers, and exhibitors 
• And, developing a networking strategy to ensure that you are connecting with the right people. 

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Are you a medical laboratory professional who feels unfulfilled, burnt out, or stuck in your current role? You're not alone. 

Many talented lab techs and scientists struggle to find meaning and satisfaction in their daily work. However, there are steps you can take to find or create a lab career that truly aligns with your passions, strengths, and professional goals. 

In this week's episode of Elaborate Topics, join host Lona Small as she provides guidance to help reinvigorate your passion and discover a rewarding career path in the laboratory. 

Lona draws from her own experiences overcoming setbacks and reinventing her career as well as insights from other seasoned lab professionals. 

Whether you're a new tech looking to explore different opportunities or a veteran seeking purpose beyond your current position, this episode will energize and empower you to take control of your career and reach new heights of professional fulfillment.

• Lona advises those at a career crossroads to explore new opportunities both inside and outside their field to find what lights them up. Volunteering can help build skills and satisfy curiosity.
• Knowing your core values through self-assessment will help identify the right roles and environments for you. Articulating these values helps in interviews and networking.
• Understand your unique core role by identifying your outstanding skills, the work that makes you happiest, and disciplines you're curious about. This shapes fulfilling roles.
• Know your personal attributes that suit desired roles. Use strengths like emotional intelligence and intellect as assets. Align physical abilities with role demands.
• Have a clear vision to picture yourself in a new role and provide direction and motivation towards that goal. Refer to episode 66 on vision setting.
• Do self-exploration to find roles that fulfill you rather than hopping between unfulfilling jobs. Start simple, like new techs trying different areas. Seasoned techs can do a core role inventory.

Listen to the full episode for details.

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In this episode, co-hosts Stephanie Whitehead and Tywauna Wilson chat and recap their favorite motivational and inspirational eLABorate Topics episodes from Season 3 thus far.  

Tune in as they:

•  Discuss the impact of healthy connections on professional motivation
•  Share tips for building stronger networking relationships
•  Highlight success stories of entrepreneur relationships from previous episodes

Revive and thrive through encouraging episodes as we help listeners prioritize their own well-being for sustained growth and motivation through 2023. 

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-In this episode of eLABorate Topics podcast Lona Small discusses how tech companies like Amazon are expanding into healthcare and clinical labs. There are concerns that these companies don't understand the complex regulations and expertise needed to properly run clinical labs. 

 - However, there are also opportunities for collaboration between traditional clinical labs and tech companies. Clinical labs have deep expertise that can complement the technology, workflow, and delivery expertise of companies like Amazon. 

 - Collaboration is like a multiplier - it exponentially builds on combined expertise, generates innovative solutions, demonstrates and amplifies value, and allows for growth through learning.

 - Listen to the full episode to see  examples of collaboration within labs, across healthcare disciplines like nursing and physicians, and outside of healthcare like with blood drives. Benefits include improving processes, reducing errors, and gaining influence.

 - Clinical labs should embrace collaboration, both internally and with outside parties like tech companies, to demonstrate their value, gain influence, and make an impact in improving healthcare. Isolation in silos is limited, but collaboration taps into diverse expertise for solutions.

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You can reach Lona Small directly at lonasmall@lonasmall.com 
 You can also catch Lona on LinkedIn under Lona Gordon Small and follow hashtag #YouAreAnEqualPartOfTheWhole.

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In this episode, co-host Stephanie Whitehead shares her insights on how feedback can be a powerful tool for employee growth and development. She explains the importance of feedback in understanding an individual's strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for learning and personal growth. Stephanie then provides tips on how to have casual conversations about career aspirations and skill-building with employees, as well as how to create personalized development plans.

With these tips, listeners gain practical advice on how feedback can be used as a catalyst for continuous learning and professional development. Stephanie helps us understand how feedback can be a great resource for employees and employers alike, as it allows employees to set and reach their goals and helps employers ensure their employees continue to grow and develop.

So join Stephanie Whitehead and gain insight on how to use feedback to support employee growth and development.

To hear other episodes on this topic:
eLABorate Topics | Episode 22- Strategies for Enhancing Team Cohesion (directimpactbroadcasting.com)
eLABorate Topics | Episode 6: The Effects of not focusing on the team you already have. (directimpactbroadcasting.com)

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