Tara Brabazon podcast How to build research momentum as an Early Career Researcher
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Aug 26, 2014 Dr. Randa Khattar, a dedicated advocate for early career researchers, shares her expertise in balancing teaching and research. She discusses effective strategies for prioritizing projects, even introducing the concept of 'low-hanging fruit' to make ambitious goals more achievable. The conversation highlights the significance of regular 'research check-ins' to reassess productivity and accountability. Randa emphasizes the transformative power of research in education, encouraging early career researchers, particularly women, to embrace their vital roles amidst academic challenges.
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Use Research Check-Ins Effectively
- Conduct regular research check-ins to evaluate your progress and priorities.
- Focus on finishing tasks rather than spreading yourself too thin across projects.
Research and Teaching Intertwined
- Research and teaching are interdependent, with research renewing teaching.
- Finding time for research is like water fitting around fruit; both need space to thrive.
Prioritize Low Hanging Fruit
- List all half-completed projects and prioritize them using the "low hanging fruit" method.
- Focus on finishing the easiest or nearest-to-completion projects first to relieve stress and increase productivity.