Lab Management

Effectively Advocating for the Lab

Course overview
Are you ready to take your lab management skills to the next level? In today's competitive landscape, effective advocacy for your lab is not just an option—it's a necessity. Join us in our dynamic online course, Effectively Advocating for the Lab, led by industry expert Scott Hanton.
  • Area of Study

    Lab Management

  • Course Duration

    1 hour

  • CEUs

    0.1

    This course is part of the Lab Management Certificate. Looking to enroll in the full certificate?
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    What is this course about?

    In this comprehensive course, you'll delve into the crucial role of advocating for your lab's needs. As a lab manager, you'll learn the art of prioritization, strategic communication, and influencing key decision-makers. From planning effective strategies to navigating the approval process, this course equips you with the essential skills to drive success for your lab.

    With years of industry experience, Scott Hanton brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to guide you through this transformative learning journey. His insights will empower you to become a persuasive advocate for your lab, driving impactful change and achieving remarkable results.

    What are the benefits of this course?

    • Build Strategic Plans: Learn how to prioritize lab needs, strategize communication, and craft winning advocacy plans that resonate with decision-makers.
    • Navigate the Approval Process: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the approval process and uncover effective strategies to navigate it like a pro, ensuring your proposals gain the traction they deserve.
    • Master Business Case Writing: Hone your skills in crafting compelling, two-part business cases that articulate the value proposition of your lab initiatives with precision and persuasion.
    • Build Trust and Influence: Discover invaluable techniques to cultivate trust and credibility, essential for gaining the buy-in and support of key stakeholders.

    What are the learning outcomes of this course?

    By the end of this course, engaged learners should be able to:

    • Build strategic plans for approval and evaluate alternative approaches
    • Gain a deep understanding of the approval process and its intricacies
    • Navigate the approval process with finesse and influence decision-makers effectively
    • Master the art of crafting a compelling two-part business case
    • Learn diverse strategies to build trust—a cornerstone of gaining approval

    Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your lab management skills.

     Enroll now and unleash your potential to effectively advocate for the lab!

    Meet The Instructor

    Scott Hanton

    PhD

    Years of Experience
    Scott Hanton is the editorial director at Lab Manager and the leader of the Lab Manager Academy. He spent 30 years working in industrial chemistry labs, with 20 years as a lab manager. He had roles of general manager, laboratory operations manager and chief scientist for Intertek Allentown. Previously, he had roles of research scientist, laboratory supervisor, and section manager at Air Products & Chemicals. Through these different roles, Scott developed expertise in polymer mass spectrometry, analytical characterization, people leadership, and business management. He earned a BS in Chemistry from Michigan State University and a PhD in Physical Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Scott is an active member of ACS, ASMS, and ALMA.

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    What are the unique features of this course?

    Our Lab Management courses are designed to support existing and potential lab managers with training in a wide variety of leadership and management skills.

    Self-paced Courses

    Each lecture video features supporting slides, skill-testing activities, interactive elements, and a short quiz.

    IACET Accreditation

    Each Lab Management course is accredited by IACET and is worth 0.1 CEUs.

    Comprehensive Content

    We offer a variety of Lab Management courses designed to empower learners to navigate the intricacies of laboratory operations, from regulatory compliance to operational efficiency.
    Lab Manager Academy is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training.