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The Need for Self-Knowledge in a Changing World of Work
Sonali Majumdar emphasizes the power of self-knowledge for Ph.D. students and programs in helping prepare for future employment and societal needs.
Taming the Critical Voice of Self-Doubt
While it has some value when it comes to developing innovative approaches, grad students and others can usually benefit from curbing or controlling it, writes Kay Kimball Gruder.
The Importance of Training for Inclusive Leadership
As today’s grad students and postdocs eventually enter the workforce in research, education, business and advocacy, it will be key to career success and equity in science, writes Jessica A. Hutchins.
Building Self-Efficacy for Ph.D. Success
For career advancement, you must believe in yourself and your own success, write Diane A. Safer and Natalie Lundsteen, who offer some advice on how to do so.
Developing Your Thought Leadership for Any Career
Nana Lee provides guidance to graduate students on how to answer the common question “Should I consider academe or industry?”
Lessons From the Trenches of Motherhood and Academe
Academic parents and caregivers find efficiency a necessity, writes Rebekah Layton, who offers tips for how to manage your time and energy.
Pause, Breathe, Reflect and Reset
As this challenging academic year winds down, it can be especially valuable for grad students to take the time to consider where they're headed, write Steve Lee and Janet Branchaw.
Making the Case for an Internship
Gina Shereda and Joseph Stanhope Cialdella offer concrete advice on how to talk to your research adviser about the benefits of an internship to your graduate work and career.