Episode 72

Episode 72: Leading Without A Title

In this episode of eLABorate Topics podcast, cohosts Lona Small, Stephanie Whitehead and Tywauna Wilson discuss how you can lead without a title.

All of the cohosts agreed that a leader is not necessarily one with a title of manager, supervisor, lead technologist or other well- known titles in the lab. A leader is one who can be a role model and influence others to follow them or their ideas.


One can use different ways to lead, such as:

· Coming up with new ideas and being innovative to solve issues such as improved workflow

· Volunteer to lead projects such as validating a new instrument or being a super user on and LIS project

· Supporting the team by being a great team player

· Train others on the team

· Support the role- base leader by reducing their work load

· Taking responsibility for outcomes from any action or error


There are many benefits involved in being a leader without a title:

· Being able to allow your team to shine without having the pressure to do so

· Opportunities to prepare for promotion into a role-based leader

· Enjoying the positive outcome that comes with your innovations and support

· Getting a chance to lead teams

· Enjoying a stronger team of more leaders leading without a title


Listen to this full episode of eLABorate Topics podcast to get more details on ways lead without a title.


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Tywauna Wilson

Tywauna "Coach Tee" Wilson is an accomplished medical laboratory leader, author of "Some Leaders Wear Lab Coats," and co-host of the "eLABorate Topics" podcast. As founder and president of Trendy Elite Coaching and Consulting, she develops best-in-class leaders through coaching programs and leadership training. With two decades of experience, including as a lab manager and technical director, Tywauna leverages her clinical expertise to mentor laboratory professionals. Through Trendy Elite's Standout Leader Academy and her own initiatives, she empowers professionals to enhance their leadership skills, expand their influence, and excel in their careers. Tywauna is committed to guiding the next generation of confident, competent laboratory leaders
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Stephanie Whitehead

It isn’t every healthcare leader who can seamlessly lead through the chaos of managing a large healthcare operation while navigating the rapid changes in healthcare. But this is exactly the environment where Stephanie Whitehead not only shines but thrives!

Stephanie is an executive-level leader that fueled by her passion for helping others in the medical profession achieve operational excellence. Intrigued by the evolving nature of the laboratory field and its strong impact on patient treatment, she had an early determination to leave an indelible mark on the laboratory profession.
Stephanie is a co-host who offers a unique blend of clinical knowledge, practical advice, and personable humor. Stephanie’s niche has always been the ability to see problems with a wide-lens view and then, narrow them down to connect the dots, take action, and drive results.

Contact her at stepanie.y.whitehead@gmail.com or StephanieYWhitehead on all social media

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