In today's episode, we discuss the importance of taking control of your academic environment. When you thrive you win and others win.

Key Points Discussed:

1. The Challenge of Conformity: In academia, people feel pressured to conform to the status quo, hindering their ability to thrive.
2. Recognizing Personal Agency: Despite external pressures, recognize your power in shaping your own academic environment.
3. Navigating Environmental Challenges: Academic environments can be toxic, but you can develop strategies to thrive.
4. The Importance of Mentorship: Mentorship plays a significant role in shaping academic experiences, from relying on mentors to establishing independence.
5. Transitioning to Independence: As your career progresses, it becomes important to establish your independent academic home..

Call to Action:

Take a proactive approach to shaping your academic environment. Assess the space you're in and consider how you can assert control over your academic experience to thrive.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their scholarship.

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In this episode, we discuss the transformative power of conversations in shaping our career. These conversations become critically important during key career transitions.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Early career mentors: The role of early career mentors and how mentorship evolves over time.
2. Peer mentors: The significance of peer mentors who offer support and understanding beyond traditional career advice.
3. Colleagues on the edge: Conversations with colleagues who approach their careers differently.
4. Colleagues nearing retirement: Wisdom gained from colleagues nearing retirement and their valuable perspectives.
5. Your Inner Voice: The importance of tuning into your inner wisdom and trusting your deepest instincts..

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Positive Intelligence by Shirzad Chamine (book)

Call to Action:

Reflect on your own career journey. As you take your next big steps, who do you need to include in your circle of counsellors?

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their scholarship.

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In today's episode, we discuss why your career might not make sense at the moment. In particular, we explore the complexities of our career progression and the inherent uncertainty.

Key Points Discussed:

• Making it up as we go: We discuss the reality that career trajectories often seem disjointed in real-time but make sense in hindsight. Embrace uncertainty and recognize that everyone is navigating their path step by step.
• The unchanging structure: While career landscapes evolve, certain foundational aspects of academic medicine remain constant. Understanding these fundamental pillars can provide a sense of stability.
• The evolving world: Societal priorities, funding dynamics, and institutional cultures shift over time to influence career trajectories. Adapt to these changes while staying true to your values and career aspirations.
• Learning from mentors: While mentors offer valuable insights, seeking prescriptive advice may not be helpful. Instead, understand their decision-making frameworks to inform your career choices.
• Embracing uncertainty: Uncertainty is a natural part of our career progression. Trust the process, make informed decisions, and believe that each step contributes to a larger masterpiece.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• www.coagcoach.com

Call to Action:

If you're feeling uncertain about your career path, embrace the journey and trust that each decision contributes to your masterpiece. Seek guidance from mentors not for answers, but for insights into decision-making processes. Stay connected with the speaker on social media for more career insights and coaching opportunities.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is not sponsored. However, if you're interested in personalized coaching for your academic career, reach out to the speaker via direct message on Instagram, LinkedIn, or Facebook.

Today, we talk about your email inbox and strategies to tame it. Specifically, we discuss the following:

Key points discussed:

1. Recognize how you create value
2. Master your 20%
3. Limit the space for email.
4. Respond to the 20%
5. Keep responses short
6. Create rules for junk
7. Schedule tasks and archive everything

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their scholarship.

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Sign up for a coaching discovery call today: https://www.coagcoach.com/service-page/consultation-call-1

In today's episode, we discuss why it's important to start thinking about promotion early in your academic career. Specifically, we talk about the importance of understanding institutional values and strategically aligning your efforts.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Understanding institutional values: Exploring the metrics and priorities outlined in promotion materials to align personal goals with institutional expectations.
2. Directing conversations: Leveraging knowledge of promotion criteria to steer discussions with mentors and supervisors, advocating for resources and support.
3. Strategic and intentional approach: Identifying opportunities to optimize time and efforts towards activities valued by the institution, fostering your career growth.
4. Shaping your story: Crafting a coherent narrative of your academic journey by integrating clinical work, scholarship, and education in alignment with promotion requirements.
5. Focusing on high-value activities: Prioritizing tasks that yield the most significant impact on career advancement while delegating less critical responsibilities.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Your institutional promotion and tenure materials

Call to Action:

Reflect on your career trajectory and consider how early engagement with promotion criteria can benefit your long-term academic success.

Share this episode with colleagues who might find value in this discussion.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their scholarship.

In this episode, we discuss the importance of taking risks. We challenge the conventional wisdom of playing it safe and encourage you to embrace discomfort, push boundaries, and seek growth opportunities.

Key Points Discussed:

• Risks as an opportunity for both failure and success.
• The need to adapt to changing landscapes in medicine.
• Challenging oneself to the next level.
• Dealing with pushback from colleagues and mentors.
• Embracing discomfort as a catalyst for both advancement and transformation.

Call to Action:

Share this episode with at least one colleague or friend. Your action could inspire someone to step outside their comfort zone and pursue growth opportunities.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their scholarship.

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Dr Toma Omofoye, MD is an Associate Professor of Radiology and Director of Breast Imaging Global Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

In this episode, Dr. Omofoye shares insights into how she turned her passion for education into academic currency.

Key Points Discussed:

• Dr. Omofoye's transition from a clinical role to incorporating research into her work.
• The importance of aligning personal passions with academic pursuits.
• Strategies for turning educational initiatives into scholarly publications.
• Balancing multiple projects and priorities in academia.
• Leveraging collaborations and strategic prioritization for success.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Omofoye's faculty web page.

Call to Action:

Reflect on your own academic pursuits and consider how you can strategically prioritize your projects and collaborations to maximize impact.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their scholarship.

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Sign up for a coaching discovery call today: https://www.coagcoach.com/service-page/consultation-call-1

Sometimes an opportunity lies before us but we hesitate to move forward. In this episode of the Clinician Researcher Podcast, host Dr. Toyosi Onwuemene dives into the topic of overcoming career hesitation to advance professionally. Drawing from personal experiences and coaching sessions, Dr. Onwuemene shares valuable insights to help listeners overcome self-doubt and seize opportunities for career growth.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Identifying the reason behind your hesitation: Understanding the reasons behind hesitation when considering career advancements.
2. Prioritizing desire over qualifications: The importance of focusing on your interests and desires rather than solely on your qualifications.
3. Crafting a vision for your success: Clarifying your vision for the desired role and how it aligns with your personal goals and values.
4. Analyzing benefits: Evaluating the potential benefits of pursuing a career opportunity and how it aligns with your personal growth and fulfillment.
5. Gathering information: Strategizing to get the information you need to make informed decisions.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Clinician Researcher Podcast

Call to Action:

Subscribe to the Clinician Researcher Podcast for more valuable insights and actionable advice on advancing your career. Leave a review and share this episode with others who may benefit from overcoming career hesitations and pursuing their professional goals with confidence.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their scholarship.

If we don't talk about our work, people are unlikely to understand its impact. However, we hold back from talking about our work because we are worried that we may come across as if we are bragging. On this episode, Clinician Researcher podcast host, Toyosi Onwuemene, explores the topic of how to discuss your work without feeling like you're bragging. Drawing from personal experiences and a recent coaching call, Dr. Onwuemene provides practical strategies to share your work authentically.

Key Points Discussed:

1. The discomfort many feel when discussing their work stems from a fear of coming across as arrogant or sleazy.
2. The imperative of communicating your work effectively.
3. Recognizing that you are often the best advocate for your work.
4. Openly discussing your work leads to collaboration and opportunities for growth.
5. Because people need reminders of the significance of your work, be prepared to communicate it consistently.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

• Clinician Researcher Academy
• Clinician Researcher podcast

Call to Action:

Take the challenge this week to write down the key features of your work that need to be shared and practice discussing them with at least one person. Embrace the opportunity to communicate your work authentically.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their scholarship.

Dr. Robert A. Winn is Director of Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center. Not only does he lead a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center but he also provides advanced cancer care, conducts groundbreaking research to discover new therapies for cancer, offers high-quality education and training, and engages with the community to make advancements in cancer treatment and prevention equally available to all.

In this episode, Dr. Robert discusses the challenges and opportunities in academic medicine, particularly for underrepresented minorities. Dr. Winn shares insights from his own journey and highlights the importance of intergenerational collaboration and mentorship.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Dr. Winn's journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leader in academic medicine and research.
2. The importance of recognizing opportunities and being open to new paths, even when they may not align with one's initial plans.
3. Addressing barriers faced by underrepresented minorities in academic medicine, including the erosion of diversity-focused initiatives.
4. The need for a shift in mindset to prioritize diversity and inclusion in academic and research settings.
5. Strategies for creating opportunities and supporting future generations of researchers, including mentorship and intentional networking.

Links and Resources Mentioned:

1. The Robert A. Winn Diversity In Clinical Trials Award Program
2. Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center
3. Winn Lab

Call to Action:

Listeners are encouraged to engage in intergenerational conversations and mentorship opportunities within their professional communities. Consider how you can contribute to creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for aspiring researchers and clinicians.

Sponsor/Advertising/Monetization Information:

This episode is sponsored by Coag Coach LLC, a leading provider of coaching resources for clinicians transitioning to become research leaders. Coag Coach LLC is committed to supporting clinicians in their scholarship.