Changing Academic Life Reflections on 2017 & creating kinder better work cultures (solo)
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Jan 2, 2018 Reflecting on the past year, the host shares insights from diverse academic guests. She discusses personal challenges and the importance of supportive colleagues. A focus on the value of kindness in the workplace arises, backed by research linking compassion to well-being. Practical tips for fostering kindness include simple acts and creating supportive networks. Cultural changes like reducing after-hours emails are proposed. Ultimately, the call to celebrate achievements advocates for quality over quantity in academic metrics.
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Learning From Diverse Academic Stories
- Geraldine Fitzpatrick reflects on hosting 12 diverse guests this year and what she learned from their stories.
- She thanks listeners and highlights feedback showing the podcast reassures and broadens perspectives.
Personal Year Of Hard Lessons
- Geraldine describes having a challenging year and discovering her non-negotiables through support from colleagues.
- She uses this to stress reflecting on what matters and what academic work to prioritise.
Say Yes Wisely, Not Just No
- Do say yes wisely by clarifying your values and what 'good work' means to you.
- Use that definition to evaluate requests and accept only those that fit your priorities and capacity.
