If you've been wondering how to bring some semblance of productivity back to your life, this episode is for you. Karen and Kel introduce Kel's Unstuck: The Art of Productivity, a 12-module program that combines daily emails, coaching videos, … [Read more...] about Ep 2:34: How to Get Unstuck
Ep. 2:33: Selling Yourself
Self-promotion is a dirty word for academics but it shouldn't be. People won't invite you to be part of their scholarly community if they don't know who they are. And if you don't curate your digital profile then Google will do it for you--and you … [Read more...] about Ep. 2:33: Selling Yourself
Ep 2:32 The Problem With Passion – Interview with Dr. Erin Cech
Karen and Kel talk to Professor Erin Cech (Sociology, U of Michigan), the author of the forthcoming book, The Problem with Passion (U California Press, 2021), about why our national obsession with "following your passion" actually intensifies … [Read more...] about Ep 2:32 The Problem With Passion – Interview with Dr. Erin Cech
Ep 2:31 Burnout v. Passion
Burnout is the story of the 20-21 academic year. Honestly, who isn't burned out? If burnout is a lack of desire to do what you normally want to do, then how should we best think about it, and deal with it? Kel discusses an article by Brad Stulberg … [Read more...] about Ep 2:31 Burnout v. Passion
Ep 2:30 Dealing with Disappointment Part II
This episode, recorded prior to the pandemic, continues our deep dive into coping with the inevitable disappointments of the academic life, whether it’s the job, or the grant, or the publication… or the whole career that just didn’t pan out. The … [Read more...] about Ep 2:30 Dealing with Disappointment Part II
Ep. 2:29 Coping with Disappointment, Part I
This episode, recorded prior to the pandemic, delves into coping with the inevitable disappointments of the academic life, whether it's the job, or the grant, or the publication... or the whole career that just didn't pan out. The first of a two-part … [Read more...] about Ep. 2:29 Coping with Disappointment, Part I
Ep. 2:28 Leaving Academia – Interview with Dr. Chris Catarine
Today we are joined by Dr. Chris Catarine, author of the new book Leaving Academia: A Practical Guide (2020). Karen loves this book so much, it's the only book she's ever reviewed on the blog. Chris shares his own journey out of the academic dream … [Read more...] about Ep. 2:28 Leaving Academia – Interview with Dr. Chris Catarine
Ep. 2:27 Where Do I Start?? Finding Your Map
One of the peculiarities of academia is that you have to be able to explain your project before you've actually done it. And all projects have to start somewhere--at some level you are conjuring a new project out of the force of your … [Read more...] about Ep. 2:27 Where Do I Start?? Finding Your Map
Ep. 2:26 Struggling with Imposter Syndrome? An Interview with Dr. Jane Jones
Are you struggling with Imposter Syndrome, or are the people in power continually making you feel like an imposter? Black women in particular are told in countless ways you don't belong. Kel and Dr. Jane Jones from UpIn Consulting talk confidence and … [Read more...] about Ep. 2:26 Struggling with Imposter Syndrome? An Interview with Dr. Jane Jones
Ep. 2:25 If You’re a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) in Academia
Responding to a podcast member question, Karen and Kel talk about how to manage sensory overload in academic settings. We discuss how to extract yourself politely from overwhelming interactions-whether personal or professional (or in that weird … [Read more...] about Ep. 2:25 If You’re a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) in Academia