Laboratory leadership and staffing

Values-Based Leadership

November 5, 2018

How management training can prevent an unhealthy lab culture

Ask Linda: Staff Training

October 19, 2018

Investing in staff training will help your lab strengthen its competitive position

A Lab Manager's Role in Hiring Laboratory Staff

October 8, 2018

Those in charge need a dedicated team that can handle the variety of tasks

Requirements for Finding and Keeping the Best Candidates for Your Lab

October 8, 2018

An organization can accomplish only what the individuals within the organization contribute

Ask Linda: Attracting Talent

September 12, 2018

Instead of a systematic or one-size-fits-all approach, managers need a variety of incentive options when tryi...

The Value of a Successful Mentorship Program

September 3, 2018

Done right, mentorship is a win-win for individuals and institutions

Ask Linda: Communication Matters

July 16, 2018

Effectively communicating with staff members is a critical skill for laboratory managers.

Online Tool Renders Bench Designs in 3-D

July 9, 2018

Embracing flexibility in lab design can deliver significant cost savings.

Making the Most Out of Lab Meetings

June 4, 2018

Successful lab meetings are a collaborative process that can be continually improved upon.

Ask Linda: Managing Conflict

May 11, 2018

Linda offers some suggestions to help managers resolve differences among their staff

Tools for Narrowing the Communication Gap Between Far-Flung Teams: Part II

May 7, 2018

Part one of this article was published in last month’s April issue, which can be found at: www.labmanager.com/mana...

Essential Communication Tools for Managing Far-Flung Teams

April 5, 2018

As leaders, we can show employees at distant sites that we care about them, their work, and how they fit into the b...

Five Ways to Encourage Scientists to Adopt Advanced Technology

March 8, 2018

A lab manager’s role in advancing science is not just providing access to the best instruments, but equippin...

Ask Linda: Stop Micromanaging!

March 8, 2018

Micromanaging is not doing yourself or your team any favors

Creating a Successful Laboratory Training Program

March 5, 2018

Successful programs are relevant, aligned with business goals, and have management and staff buy-in

Leadership and Staffing