During this brief solo episode, I talk about how to prepare for a first-round faculty interview. I discuss what to expect after submitting your applications and the different types of questions you can prepare for in advance. I also share tips for coming up with your own questions for the search committee and sending thankContinue reading “S2E13. Preparing for First-Round Faculty Interviews”
Category Archives: Solo
S2E5. What to Look for in Faculty Job Ads
In this solo episode, I discuss what to look for in a job ad, what to do if there’s information missing from the ad that you want to know before applying, and why it’s important to the save job ad after applying for a position. Transcript Hello everyone and thank you for taking time outContinue reading “S2E5. What to Look for in Faculty Job Ads”
S1E14. What’s a Postdoc?
In this solo episode, I explain some reasons why people choose to pursue postdoc positions, how you can figure out if a postdoc is a good fit for you, and what kinds of experiences and responsibilities you can have during a postdoc. I also discuss some reasons why I decided to pursue a postdoc positionContinue reading “S1E14. What’s a Postdoc?”
S1E12. How I Figured Out My Post-PhD Plans
In this solo episode, I talk about how I made a decision about what to do after my PhD program. I discuss how the end of a PhD is usually filled with a lot of uncertainty. I share how I learned about postdoc opportunities and found mine. I also provide some tips for PhD studentsContinue reading “S1E12. How I Figured Out My Post-PhD Plans”
S1E10. How I Navigated My Dissertation
In this solo episode, I share my journey pursuing the non-traditional dissertation option of writing three related research manuscripts. I discuss each of my dissertation studies and why I chose to conduct them. I also share 5 tips for current PhD students to get across the finish line of the PhD marathon. To find theContinue reading “S1E10. How I Navigated My Dissertation”
S1E8. How I (Eventually) Passed My PhD Qualifying Exam
In this solo episode, I talk about my experience taking my qualifying (or comprehensive) exam. I explain what my exam consisted of, how I prepared for it, and why I had to take it twice. I also share some tips from my experience for others that are preparing to take their own qualifying exam. ToContinue reading “S1E8. How I (Eventually) Passed My PhD Qualifying Exam”
S1E6. How I Formed My Dissertation Committee
In this solo episode, I explain what PhD advisory and dissertation committees are. Then I share what factors impacted my decision-making process as I identified who to ask to serve on my committees. I discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with both knowledgeable and supportive mentors as you form these committees. Episode Transcript Hello everyoneContinue reading “S1E6. How I Formed My Dissertation Committee”
S1E4. Five Questions I Asked Myself Before Pursuing a PhD
In this solo episode, I share five key questions that I considered before deciding if a PhD was right for me. I had just started my graduate program at the time and had been exposed to research as a research assistant and study abroad program. After being advised by my graduate advisor to talk toContinue reading “S1E4. Five Questions I Asked Myself Before Pursuing a PhD”
S1E2. Why I Decided to Become a SLP (And Not a Wedding Planner!)
In my first solo episode, I share part of my own story-why I decided to pursue a career as a SLP. I share some of my early career aspirations, as well as some pivotal experiences during my undergraduate years that led me to major in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Episode Transcript NOTE: This podcastContinue reading “S1E2. Why I Decided to Become a SLP (And Not a Wedding Planner!)”
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