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Sherri L. Bassner, PhD

Sherri L. Bassner, PhD, is a retired chemist and manager who spent 30 years developing new products and services, and then leading others in those same efforts. She is a part-time leadership coach and blogs on personal and professional development (among other topics) at www.sherribassner.com.

Articles by Sherri L. Bassner, PhD

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Managing Lab Employee Performance

Mar 24, 2022 by Sherri L. Bassner, PhD

Setting staff up for success begins with clear, achievable goals

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Finding Your Leadership Style for the Lab

Jan 28, 2022 by Sherri L. Bassner, PhD

Taking a purposeful approach to identifying your leadership style can help you adapt and evolve in your role

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How to Choose a Contract Laboratory

Oct 29, 2021 by Sherri L. Bassner, PhD

Key issues lab managers should consider when selecting the right contract lab partner

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Steps to Become a Confident Leader in the Lab

Oct 26, 2021 by Sherri L. Bassner, PhD

Confidence is an essential ingredient of leadership, but takes time, competence, and help from others to develop

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How to Effectively Communicate with Non-Scientists

Sep 27, 2021 by Sherri L. Bassner, PhD

Learning the “languages” of other departments outside the lab is an important component of business success

The Power of Diversity in the Lab

The Power of Diversity in the Lab

Jun 21, 2021 by Sherri L. Bassner, PhD

Different experiences and perspectives bring new ideas and solutions to the lab

Common Myths About Leadership: Debunked

Common Myths About Leadership: Debunked

May 26, 2021 by Sherri L. Bassner, PhD

Managing expectations versus reality for those in leadership roles

Lessons Learned: Developing Leadership Skills

Lessons Learned: Developing Leadership Skills

Mar 24, 2021 by Sherri L. Bassner, PhD

Important leadership principles that can only be taught from experience