How to prevent losing talented #embryologists who either choose to leave embryology lab or drop out of embryology field because they have been #bullied or #abused, or are worried about it? Here are some tips that are critical for creating a true and lasting shift in the narrative and culture of #ToxicIVFlab. #Embryologylabs are exceptional at learning, problem-solving, and rising to a challenge. I think that we are ready to create these needed changes, and I believe that we must. 1) Becoming a great leader requires support from the top down. IVF centers need to provide leadership development such as official leadership training and coaching to all qualified IVF Lab managers and directors across their careers. 2) A great leader supports team members in building their own trusting, healthy workplace relationships. A successful leaders tell their group they may be competing with other IVF centers but inside their laboratory, they are a team! IVF field is competitive, but ambition need not squeeze out respect, kindness, and cooperation. 3) In a safe environment, embryologists feel respected and engage fully without fear of ridicule or judgment. They ask for help and clarification, offer solutions to problems, admit errors, raise concerns, disagree, and give and receive feedback. These behaviors are essential to conducting rigorous, trustworthy IVF Lab. 4)Medical and HR directors need to reward positive behavior. They need not only to have no-tolerance policies for bullying and abuse, but also to enforce those policies. In addition to all above tips #Embryologyteam should feel empowered to speak up about abusive behavior. 5) Great leaders ensure everyone gets a chance to speak, and they acknowledge everyone’s contributions. They create space for new ideas, encourage collaboration and insist that team members communicate respectfully. They embrace productive conflict and engage in difficult conversations. They welcome different personalities, perspectives and backgrounds. #leadershipdevelopment #ToxicEmbryologyLabculture