2026 did not start as I intended. In January, I set ambitious goals for my blog and professional development. Yet a few weeks into the New Year, I’m already recalibrating. It’s not a lack of discipline. It’s because life is messy, and energy is limited. Some weeks...
A New Year, a better equipped you! I'm not going to promise that reading a book will magically transform your career overnight. But what I will say is that the right resources at the right time can give you the tools, frameworks, and mindset shifts you need to make...
At a recent workshop I led, “From Vision to Reality: 4 Steps to Creating & Executing Your Individual Development Plan (IDP)," a postdoc asked a question that stuck with me for days: "How can we put together a plan like this, given the high level of uncertainty...
Wherever your career may take you, a strong professional network can help in reaching those goals faster than going it alone. Members of your network can offer valuable guidance and advice that’s critical to career advancement. They can also connect you with key...
You already know that networking is one of the most effective means for fast-tracking your career. But after that initial connection, how do you maintain those relationships over time? Like a budding romance or any other meaningful relationship, a strong...
For many, the New Year is a perfect opportunity to reflect and give thought to future aspirations. This is true not only for personal goals but also career-related ambitions. If you’re striving for change but struggle to maintain commitment over time, the following...