Check the posts below for tips, tricks, and lessons for succeeding in grad school!
- Communication Basics – Five Steps to Better Conversation
One of my favorite questions from coaching this past year has been “why are you passionate about leadership coaching?” While there are a number of reasons, one in particular has been the focus on clear communication. I find that the techniques I use in coaching have also helped me improve my communication in my daily … Read more - Seven Podcast Favorites for Grad Students
My thesis research is moving back into a phase of heavy repetitive steps. Think lots of cell culture, 3D printing and pipetting, and walking back and forth between labs. To keep myself engaged, I’ve been jumping back into my favorite podcasts! Listening to a podcasts while I work is a perfect way to continue learning … Read more - 5 important campus resources that have helped me during graduate school
Grad school is hard. Let’s just sit in that for a second. Grad school. Is. Really. Hard. However, there are often a ton of advertised (and not so advertised) resources on campus that can help you on the road to your degree. Over the last four years, I’ve taken note of the campus resources that … Read more - Practical PhD: Should I go to Graduate School? (Part 1)
Hi everyone! Taking a break from my recent work-from-home and exercise-at-home writing kick to talk about some harder-hitting topics. (When you’re done with this post, click to catch up on 5 Easy Home Exercise Options and How to Stay Productive During Quarantine). Every year, thousands of students decide whether or not to get their PhD … Read more - Simple, Effective Tips for How to Ask for a Recommendation / Reference Letter
Good morning and happy Sunday! We are smashing through this first week of the new decade. At the start of a new year, a number of students and faculty are starting to look for fellowships. Other students and working professionals will be looking to get hired or change jobs. A critical part to any of … Read more