Happy Doc Student Podcast

The Doctoral Journey: Building a Community of Support


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With all members in your community:

  • Be mindful about who you can trust
  • Be proactive
  • Communicate (be clear, be candid)

Faculty
Chair – Ask for regular meetings; see their feedback as a gift (see episode: #18).
Committee members – They want you to graduate!
Instructors – Can be great cheerleaders; reach out to them.

Academic Advisors - Their role is to navigate you to graduation. Ask questions and be sure to answer their calls.

 University Support Services
Writing Center – Go here for tips, tricks, and editing services.
 Librarians – They can be a huge help in locating literature.
Editors – See episode: #11.

Family & Friends – Communicate and listen to their perspectives.

Peers – Reach out, pick their brain, share when you are stuck.

Colleagues – Network and join associations, especially those in your research area (LinkedIn, Clubhouse, etc.). 

Others who can help you be the best version of YOU (when seeking out these people ask for referrals and always, always go with your gut):

  • Coaches (dissertation, meditation, health/nutrition, etc.) 
  • Bodyworkers/Energy workers
  • Physical Trainers
  • Nutritionists
  • Spiritual Advisors / Religious Leaders 
  • Prayer Partners
  • Workout/Gym Buddy
  • Counselors/Therapists

Connect with us on LinkedIn (in order of appearance):
Heather Frederick (hfred)
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Kelly Stewart  (kellyolsonstewart) 
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Tim Rice  (drtimrice)
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Melanie Shaw  (melshaw)
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