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Laboratory Leadership Training
March 29, 2013 12:59 PM by Michael Jones
There’s that famous saying, “Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them.” I think it can be applied to any quality, especially leadership. As a kid, I always thought it was something people were just born with Read More...
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Meetings on the Move
January 30, 2013 11:02 AM by Michael Jones
I recently ran the Disney marathon -- It was magical. Also, long. After the race, I proceeded to consume my weight in fried food and chocolate for about a week until I finally evened out and started eating like a normal person again. Of course, I’ve written Read More...
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Bridging the Gap
December 14, 2012 5:00 PM by Michael Jones
Teamwork and technology are quickly replacing the concept of the one-man show. A recent news briefing noted on the major differences between Baby Boomer Physicians and even the doctors of Generation “X” versus the new hires of Generation “Y,” but who Read More...
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Facebook Feedback: Advice for Grads
May 14, 2012 1:29 PM by Kelly Bocich
We love the conversations and feedback we get on our Facebook page ! Graduation season is upon us, so last week, we asked about the best advice you received when you graduated, or the advice you would give a new grad. Here are a few unedited responses. Read More...
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Uncertainty in Healthcare
May 9, 2012 11:42 AM by Lynn
It’s hard enough to work in an environment where there’s some uncertainty—perhaps regarding job security, technology implementations and effects and the like. Today, however, there’s monumental vagueness or doubts on a host of issues directly impacting Read More...
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It's Time to Inspire a New Generation of Lab Professionals
April 24, 2012 8:32 AM by Valerie Newitt
While you're celebrating the accomplishments of lab professionals across the country, take a few moments to consider the future of the profession. The shortage of lab professionals is well known, and it will only get more critical. What can you do about Read More...
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Mixed Messages?
April 11, 2012 11:14 AM by Lynn
Recently, the stock market has taken a hit from the less-than-stellar unemployment rate. While there’s been some jobs added in March, the numbers weren’t what analysts expected. However, it wasn’t so long ago that stocks responded to positive news (January Read More...
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A Story to Tell?
April 4, 2012 2:10 PM by Lynn
It’s true that as one ages, one also gets wiser. I value the knowledge shared by peers and truly appreciate them sharing experiences—good and bad—when, for example, we’re initiating an enterprise-wide or department-specific project. If you have a story Read More...
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Three Questions
March 29, 2012 3:07 PM by Kerri Penno
Career expert Steve Langerud, director of professional opportunities at DePauw University and workplace consultant ( http://www.stevelangerud.com/ ) tells ADVANCE interviewers are trying to answer three simple questions about candidates for their facility: Read More...
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Work/Life Balance Advice
March 21, 2012 2:46 PM by Lynn
The majority of us are finding it more difficult to keep our heads above water with professional and personal responsibilities piling up. Years ago I heard such a strong time management-related advice from clinical laboratory consultant Christopher Frings, Read More...
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Balancing Your Busy Schedule
March 16, 2012 8:42 AM by Kelly Bocich
In addition to my full-time job at ADVANCE, I'm also working on my graduate degree in Communication Studies and occasionally working on some freelance projects. I'm a newlywed and I have three nieces and nephews under the age of 5 that I cannot get enough Read More...
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On the Hunt
January 19, 2012 2:24 PM by Kerri Penno
Are you looking for a job? Career blogger Penelope Trunk tells us nearly 75 percent of workers are. In fact, she says most people change jobs every 2 years, and it can be beneficial to their careers. Changing jobs is becoming more common today, according Read More...
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Exciting Changes Ahead
January 4, 2012 2:44 PM by Lynn
A new year is a great time to reflect on past experiences and resolve to achieve new successes. That’s the approach we’re taking with the print edition of ADVANCE for Medical Laboratory Professionals . From its new monthly frequency to its expansion of Read More...
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Professional Relationships
November 30, 2011 12:33 PM by Kerri Penno
Whether you're just starting out in your career, or you've celebrated many milestones in your tenure, you've probably come across others in your field you admire. Professors, supervisors, managers, committee chairs, QA/QC leaders, POCT administrators, Read More...
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Exam Authors Wanted
November 12, 2011 8:09 PM by Matthew T. Patton
ADVANCE is seeking authors for its Learning Scope continuing education series. These peer-reviewed articles are produced in cooperation with the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science and appear in print and online. We are seeking articles containing Read More...
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