Dr. Adaira Landry and Dr. Resa Lewiss, authors and ultrasound experts, discuss their book Microskills and share insights on writing, mentorship, and career development. They explore the value of time, addressing inequalities, personal growth, and creating a playbook of wisdom based on their experiences in emergency medicine and academia.
Emphasizing the power of personal storytelling in writing for engaging readers authentically.
Advocating for self-reflection, intentional career development, and recognizing diverse starting points for professional growth.
Deep dives
Developing 'Microskills' Book
Adara Landry and Risa Lewis discuss their collaborative effort in writing the book 'Microskills.' Starting with small projects together, they gradually moved towards the idea of writing a book. Their shared experiences in the field of emergency medicine and ultrasound training laid the foundation for a comprehensive resource. Recognizing the need for a tangible guide, they aimed to demystify essential career skills for professionals in various industries.
Creativity and Personal Storytelling in Writing
Adara and Risa emphasize the power of personal storytelling in writing. They highlight the importance of sharing experiences and struggles authentically to engage readers. By infusing their own anecdotes and failures into the book, they provide relatable examples that underline the significance of the skills discussed. Their approach focuses on conveying specific strategies and actionable advice, making the content immediately applicable and relatable to a wide audience.
Navigating the Workplace and Self-Reflection
The authors stress the value of self-reflection and intentional career development. Drawing from personal experiences and setbacks, they encourage readers to proactively manage their professional growth. By discussing topics like networking, goal-setting, and mentorship, they aim to equip individuals with practical tools to navigate the complexities of the workplace. The book serves as a guide to help readers identify benchmarks, track progress, and adapt to evolving career goals.
Book's Philosophical Core: Time, Equity, and Learning
Adara and Risa infuse philosophical insights into their writing, focusing on the concepts of time, equity, and continuous learning. They emphasize the irreplaceable nature of time and the need to invest it wisely in career development. Addressing the inherent inequalities in professional environments, they advocate for recognizing diverse starting points and providing universal access to knowledge. Their approach underscores the importance of setting measurable goals, embracing continuous learning, and developing expertise through deliberate practice.
In this Special Edition ep, Mike interviews the multi-talented Adaira Landry and Resa Lewiss. They share some of the wisdom they have gleaned from their experiences as physicians, mentees, mentors, authors, academicians, ultrasound experts, and humans.