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• It’s OK not to find your voice during your PhDFebruary 7, 2021
  Like many people, I’ve been doing lots of reflection during the pandemic. One of the things I’ve thought a lot about is how I’ve become much more confident and assertive since finishing my PhD. Over the last couple of years, I’ve built a bit of a professional reputation for myself as someone who isn’t afraidContinue reading “It’s OK not to find your voice during your PhD”
• Job applications: Some practical tips for PhDsNovember 5, 2020
  I’ve been MIA from this blog for a little while. The reason is that I’ve just come out of a (successful) job hunt myself! More details to come later, but as much as I’m sad to leave my current team, I’m also really excited for my new role. I’m also experiencing the other side ofContinue reading “Job applications: Some practical tips for PhDs”
• Ugly emotions you may encounter when leaving academiaAugust 3, 2020
  I want to address what far too many articles about transitioning into an “alternative” career don’t talk about. Most articles talk about the “hard”, concrete stuff, like career options or networking. However, the truth is that the hardest part about leaving academia is the emotions that come with it. There are a few people I’veContinue reading “Ugly emotions you may encounter when leaving academia”