Episode 80: Career Readiness, Self-Advocacy, & Mentoring Up (Cont’d from 79 )- - Propelling Careers Podcast

This episode will continue from episode 79 to continue to focus on advice on questions Jim and Lauren get often about career readiness, self-advocacy, and how to mentor up. Both episodes 79 and this one, are Inspired by a recent Q&A session Jim had at BCH. We hope you find the advice in this episode helpful and hope you enjoy listening. 

How should postdocs handle mismatched expectations between themselves and their PI or institution?  What are some practical ways to navigate competition in academia, including in-lab competition, whilemaintaining collaborations and a supportive network? How can postdocs manage career uncertainties, especially when deciding between academia and industry?  What are some red flags that indicate a postdoc is at risk of burnout, and how can they proactively prevent it?  How can institutions better support postdocs in maintaining a healthy work-life balance? 

 Lauren Celano, CEO of Propel Careers and Jim Gould, the Director for Postdoctoral Affairs at Harvard Medical School,launched this podcast as a way for us to share our advice, insights, and reflections to help others navigate their careers.

As we develop new episodes, this podcast will provide insights regarding career advice to help listeners navigate career choices and become more confident in their decisions. We look forward to busting myths and providing real life, timely, and accurate advice. Jim and Lauren work heavily with Ph.D. trained scientists, but the advice we provide can be applicable to other audiences. We hope you enjoy listening!