The Hidden Curriculum E38 - Letters of recommendation for tenure with Kosali Simon
Jun 21, 2022
Kosali Simon, a Distinguished Professor at Indiana University and a member of the National Academy of Medicine, delves into the nitty-gritty of crafting effective tenure recommendation letters. She emphasizes how context, clarity, and specificity can make a significant difference in the tenure evaluation process. The conversation also touches on the importance of real-time health data, as well as practical productivity tools like Obsidian and strategies to limit distractions on mobile devices. Tune in for insights that blend academia with actionable advice!
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Use Real-Time Health Data
- Use new real-time health data sources like the COVID-19 Research Database for timely research.
- Register, submit a proposal, and leverage these free resources while available.
Protect Morning Writing Blocks
- Block early morning writing time before meetings and family obligations to protect deep work.
- Put links and folder locations directly in calendar events to centralize your workflow.
Assign Meeting Note-Takers
- Designate a note-taker at the start of meetings and record action items to ensure follow-through.
- Have the note-taker email action items after the meeting so everyone remembers assigned tasks.