Alexander Gates is a post-doctoral research associate at The Center for Complex Network Research at Northeastern University, also known as the Barabasi Lab. His research is focused on the science of success and the dynamics of academic careers. In this episode we: - Discuss how you can apply the 'science of success' to further your career- Learn about the random impact rule and why it's possible to be successful later in life- Talk about easy practical steps each of us can take to improve our own network