For most individuals, managing an office or laboratory facility does not come naturally.
In general, it takes quite a bit of time, effort, and good old fashion hard work to become an effective manager.
If you search the Internet, you will find a plethora of web sites, videos, books, and courses providing information and guidance on being an effective manager. The question is, which of these should/can you use or trust?
About Me:
Well I am a chemist by trade but for the last 17+ years I have been an Assistant Manager, Safety Manager, and a Laboratory Manager for the State of Georgia. When I first became Assistant Manager for my facility, I really did not have any idea on what to do. I got the job because no one else applied. Did they know something I did not? 🙂
Well the years have passed and I have learned so much on what it takes to be a manager but more specifically, on what it takes to be a effective manager. As I move closer to retirement, I want to share what I have learned with others. I have participated in a few management courses but have found that experience has been the best teacher.
Having a physical science background has really helped me become a better manager. My Chemistry degrees provided me with critical thinking and analytical skills which are great in the laboratory but also in the office. Maybe this is the “secret sauce?”
This Site & The Course:
This web site was established to be a focal point for this project. As I find good books, articles, resources, I plan to post about them here. I am also on Twitter (which I will probably be using more), so follow me there.
The main focus is to develop and solidify the “effective managing” course and to help me organize my ideas. Once done, the plan is to share it online, mobile, and in the classroom. The target audience will be new or first time managers.
Thank you for stopping by and please drop me a note if you have any questions.
-Larry Sullivan
“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” – Colin Powell