by Damien | Jan 18, 2016 | EDC Blog, Lifestyle, Management
Your mental energy matters significantly, because knowledge work requires deep concentration and creativity. Many young research scientists struggle with time management, not only as a product of time, but that of mental energy. The cognitive load that one experiences can be tremendous, especially when it comes to intellectual focus and decision making. This is a critical resource that shouldn’t be taken lightly. The results can be catastrophic when we’re deciding whether to invest our time into completing a manuscript or completing another assay. Therefore, we need to make room to reserve our most critical thinking during times where we’re most refreshed and focused.
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by Damien | Oct 5, 2015 | EDC Blog
Aside from the technical skill sets seasoned or novice research assistants can possess, they have 4 traits which can contribute to their work behaviors; motivation, mindset, perspective, and feelings. These dynamic traits can determine the productivity of your lab’s early success.
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by Damien | Aug 17, 2015 | EDC Blog, Management
“Secretary, or Administrative Assistant? What’s the difference what I call you?.” A young junior investigator nonchalantly asks one of the administrators in his newly appointed department. She was less than amused by his question. The difference is his perceived...
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by Damien | Jun 1, 2015 | EDC Blog, Management
The solutions is to focus on core scientific objectives. This helps to filter out the negative noises, that would otherwise, cloud judgement and careful planning. This is why having a clear outline or budget, before looking for faculty positions, can help to understand how to manage career obstacles.
by Damien | Jan 26, 2015 | EDC Blog
Most science gets done by a few, motivated individuals. As a junior principal investigator, it’s your job to make sure those individuals are the ones working for you. The most successful PI’s know how to leverage their techs’ talents by understanding what motivates...
