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The Academic Revolution

Welcome to The Academic Revolution Podcast, hosted by Inga Hofmann, MD, a Harvard-trained Pediatric Oncologist, Physician Leadership Coach, and Founder of the Physician Scientists Coaching Program. If you are like most academic physicians, you want to know the secret to creating a highly successful academic career, without sacrificing your personal life. But the truth is that the traditional academic system is broken, leaving more and more professionals like you wanting to give up. However, I’m here to tell you that you don’t need to! So it’s time we go against the grain and say “NO” to the old “publish or perish mentality” and say “YES” to creating lasting change from within our institutions. Join me as we shift from resignation to revolution and transform academic medicine from the inside out, one physician and scientist at a time. Together we will create an Academic Revolution that makes a real impact and changes the future of academic medicine forever.

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Last Episode Date: 24 September 2024

Total Episodes: 79

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24 September 2024
78. How I Lost Almost Everything: Lessons in Redundancy

Send us a textEver lost crucial research data or samples and felt the sting of seeing your hard work vanish? Tune in to discover how creating strategic redundancies can save your projects—and your sanity—from unexpected disasters. Learn from real-life stories and expert tips on building failsafe systems in your academic and personal life. Don't wait for a crisis to strike; listen now, take a first action step, and safeguard your success!In this episode of The Academic Revolution Podcast, host Inga Hofmann, MD discusses the importance of creating redundancies to avoid potential disasters in research, academia, and personal life. She shares personal experiences and practical advice on how to implement backup systems to ensure the continuity of critical work. Learn how to identify vulnerable areas and take proactive steps to protect your valuable resources.Want to work with me directly and have me personally help you through mentoring and coaching to achieve more success in your career and more fulfillment and balance in your life? Book a call here and let's chat 👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call Free Productivity Tool: 5-Steps to increase your productivity and decrease distractions. Academic Physician and Scientist Leadership Mentoring FB Community Follow me on Facebook Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram https://www.ingahofmann.com/ – My Website where you can learn more about me, get free resources, and find out how you can work with me directly to accelerate your academic career and enjoy life.

14 min
13 September 2024
77. Mastering Grant Writing: Avoiding Last Minute Hassles

Send us a textAre you exhausted from the last-minute hassles, all-nighters, and sacrificing your weekends just to get that grant application in on time? If you've ever found yourself thinking, "I can't keep doing this," then this episode is tailor-made for you.In this episode of the Academic Revolution podcast, hosted by Harvard-trained pediatric hematologist-oncologist and leadership coach Inga Hofmann, you'll discover how to avoid last-minute hassles and stress associated with grant submissions. This episode is packed with practical advice and strategies to help you manage your time effectively, work with deadlines, and create a strategic plan that visualizes your end goal and works backward.Introduction to the Last-Minute Grant Hassle (00:00)How to Write Impactful Grants (01:31)The Problem with Last-Minute Work (02:10)Breaking the Procrastination Cycle (03:32)Creating a Plan with the End in Mind (07:26)Practical Steps to Success (13:22)Conclusion and Strategy Call Offer (17:37)LIMITED TIME OFFER! To further personalize these strategies to your unique situation, I'm offering a free strategy session! This is your opportunity to get tailored advice and transform your grant submission process.Schedule Your Free Strategy Session Here!https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/strategyWant to work with me directly and have me personally help you through mentoring and coaching to achieve more success in your career and more fulfillment and balance in your life? Book a call here and let's chat 👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call Free Productivity Tool: 5-Steps to increase your productivity and decrease distractions. Academic Physician and Scientist Leadership Mentoring FB Community Follow me on Facebook Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram https://www.ingahofmann.com/ – My Website where you can learn more about me, get free resources, and find out how you can work with me directly to accelerate your academic career and enjoy life.

20 min
2 September 2024
76. What Gets Your Grant Funded: Boost Your Impact Beyond Science and Data

Send us a textIn this episode of the Academic Revolution Podcast, we’ll explore the often-overlooked factors that influence grant funding success. Drawing from her extensive experience in academic medicine, Inga highlights the importance of appealing to the emotional aspects of grant reviewers, crafting a compelling narrative, and focusing on both problem and solution orientation. She offers practical tips on how to write an impactful grant that stands out in a competitive field. Tune in to understand how selling your grant effectively can increase your chances of securing funding.Want to work with me directly and have me personally help you through mentoring and coaching to achieve more success in your career and more fulfillment and balance in your life? Book a call here and let's chat 👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call Free Productivity Tool: 5-Steps to increase your productivity and decrease distractions. Academic Physician and Scientist Leadership Mentoring FB Community Follow me on Facebook Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram https://www.ingahofmann.com/ – My Website where you can learn more about me, get free resources, and find out how you can work with me directly to accelerate your academic career and enjoy life.

26 min
23 May 2024
75. How a Lack of Vision is Holding You Back in Your Career

Send us a textDo you ever feel like you are so busy that you never get the time to really sit down and think about what you want for your career and personal life? You are just catching up with the day-to-day activities trying to keep your head above water?Overwhelming often comes from a lack of clarity. Therefore finding clarity by creating time to craft a clear vision for your career in academic medicine and your personal life aligned with your values is key to success and to eliminate overwhelm.In this episode of The Academic Revolution Podcast, host Dr. Inga Hofmann delves into the transformative power of having a clear vision in your academic career. Addressing the common struggles of academic physicians feeling overwhelmed by daily tasks and lacking long-term direction, Dr. Hofmann shares insights from her own journey and the academic physicians she has supported in crafting a clear vision. She highlights the necessity of carving out time for reflection and strategic goal-setting to craft a meaningful and actionable career plan. Dr. Hofmann offers practical tips and emphasizes the profound benefits of investing in personal development to achieve a work-life balance and genuine professional fulfillment and success. Imagine the clarity and direction you could gain, leading to a more focused, fulfilling career and a satisfying life. Tune in for inspiring advice and consider reaching out for personalized coaching with Dr. Hofmann to gain clarity and direction in your career and personal life.Learn more about Academic Physician Success Coaching and o book an evaluation call: https://www.ingahofmann.com/coachinghttps://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call00:00 Feeling Lost in Your Career? This Episode is For You!01:43 Welcome to the Academic Revolution Podcast02:43 The Importance of Vision in Your Career06:54 Personal Development: A Journey to Clarity14:12 The Power of Vision: Transforming Your Academic Career18:23 How to Get Started on Crafting Your Vision19:38 Conclusion and Next StepsWant to work with me directly and have me personally help you through mentoring and coaching to achieve more success in your career and more fulfillment and balance in your life? Book a call here and let's chat 👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call Free Productivity Tool: 5-Steps to increase your productivity and decrease distractions. Academic Physician and Scientist Leadership Mentoring FB Community Follow me on Facebook Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram https://www.ingahofmann.com/ – My Website where you can learn more about me, get free resources, and find out how you can work with me directly to accelerate your academic career and enjoy life.

22 min
25 April 2024
74. Defining Academic Success: What Does Success Mean to You?

Send us a textWhat does success mean to you? Is it the academic title or number of grants and publications? Perhaps how high we can climb on the academic leadership ladder? Or how much money we make?Or perhaps it’s something completely different…In this episode of 'The Academic Revolution,' the host reflects on the nature of academic success. What’s the meaning of success in the academic world?  The host encourages listeners to reconsider traditional markers of success, like publications and promotions, suggesting that true success is defined by living out one’s purpose and enjoying the journey, despite facing obstacles. The discussion includes the importance of understanding one's purpose, and the host offers insights into how clarity in purpose, vision, and goals can contribute to a fulfilling and successful academic career. 00:00 Introduction: Pondering Academic Success02:35 Defining Academic Success: A Personal Journey04:20 Exploring the Meaning of Success06:21 The Essence of Purpose in Academic Success09:42 Navigating the Roller Coaster of Academic Life12:35 Embracing Obstacles as Part of the Journey15:55 Conclusion: Empowerment and Next StepsI help academic physicians crush their academic & career goals without sacrificing their personal lives ✨🎉Ready for work-life success? Click here to book your strategy call: https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-callWant to work with me directly and have me personally help you through mentoring and coaching to achieve more success in your career and more fulfillment and balance in your life? Book a call here and let's chat 👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call Free Productivity Tool: 5-Steps to increase your productivity and decrease distractions. Academic Physician and Scientist Leadership Mentoring FB Community Follow me on Facebook Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram https://www.ingahofmann.com/ – My Website where you can learn more about me, get free resources, and find out how you can work with me directly to accelerate your academic career and enjoy life.

18 min
21 March 2024
73. Do You Have What Does It Take to Become a Successful Academic Leader?

Send us a textJoin us for an eye-opening exploration of leadership in the academic medical field. In this compelling episode, we challenge aspiring leaders to delve deep into their motivations and the essence of true leadership. Beyond titles and positions, leadership is about influence and service.Inga sheds light on the complexities and requirements of leadership, urging listeners to question their motives for seeking leadership roles. Whether it's for career advancement, financial gain, or genuine impact, this discussion will make you reassess your path.Discover the vital role of self-leadership and the importance of investing in your personal growth. From confronting discomfort to embracing loneliness, effective leadership demands sacrifice. Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-reflection and personal development? Tune in and prepare to embrace the challenges of leadership with courage and conviction. This episode will help you to take inventory of yourself and prepare you for your leadership journey.00:00 Introduction: The Quest for Leadership in Academic Medicine02:05 Welcome to the Academic Revolution Podcast02:26 Unpacking Leadership Identity05:12 The True Essence of Leadership07:54 Exploring Motivations for Leadership11:44 The Journey of Self-Leadership13:46 The Sacrifices of Leadership21:26 Reflective Questions for Aspiring LeadersWant to work with me directly and have me personally help you through mentoring and coaching to achieve more success in your career and more fulfillment and balance in your life? Book a call here and let's chat 👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call Free Productivity Tool: 5-Steps to increase your productivity and decrease distractions. Academic Physician and Scientist Leadership Mentoring FB Community Follow me on Facebook Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram https://www.ingahofmann.com/ – My Website where you can learn more about me, get free resources, and find out how you can work with me directly to accelerate your academic career and enjoy life.

24 min
7 March 2024
72. Leading Yourself to Focus on Results for Better Productivity

Send us a textThis episode of the Academic Revolution podcast, positioned under the theme of leadership identity, tackles the common issue of feeling overwhelmed and stuck due to juggling multiple tasks. Dr. Inga Hofmann sheds light on the transformational strategy of focusing on desired outcomes rather than the tasks themselves to enhance productivity and leadership skills. Incorporating personal experiences and examples, the episode emphasizes the importance of self-discipline, prioritization, and maintaining a results-oriented mindset for effective self-leadership. Inga encourages listeners to adopt this perspective to overcome procrastination, manage multiple responsibilities efficiently, and achieve significant goals.00:00 Introduction: The Struggle with Overwhelming Tasks01:55 The Importance of Focusing on Results03:43 The Role of Leadership in Task Management04:40 The Power of Self-Discipline05:09 Staying Focused Amidst Daily Distractions06:00 Changing Perspective: Focusing on Desired Outcomes07:58 Practical Application10:17 The Power of Motivation and Goal Setting13:22 The Importance of Prioritizing and Self-Care14:14 Conclusion: Try Focusing on the Bigger PictureStruggling to make your academic career work for you?I help academic physicians achieve their academic goals, enjoy work-life balance, and eliminate overwhelm with a tailored system designed specifically for their success.Book a call to learn how 👉👉👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-callWant to work with me directly and have me personally help you through mentoring and coaching to achieve more success in your career and more fulfillment and balance in your life? Book a call here and let's chat 👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call Free Productivity Tool: 5-Steps to increase your productivity and decrease distractions. Academic Physician and Scientist Leadership Mentoring FB Community Follow me on Facebook Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram https://www.ingahofmann.com/ – My Website where you can learn more about me, get free resources, and find out how you can work with me directly to accelerate your academic career and enjoy life.

16 min
24 February 2024
71. Self-Leadership and the Requirement of Self-Discipline in Academic Medicine

Send us a textMany of us, academic physicians are eager to lead. But can we lead the most important person, which is ourselves?In this episode of the Academic Revolution Podcast, we discuss the importance of self-leadership and cultivating a lifestyle of self-discipline, as academic physicians. Leadership is influence, regardless of formal titles. Dr. Hofmann highlights that it's crucial to lead oneself effectively before leading others, and this requires a lifestyle commitment based on daily choices and sacrifices that align with personal goals and vision. She suggests establishing and consistently following daily routines that support long-term accomplishments and success and shares a practical tip to get started right away. Take a listen!00:00 Introduction to Self-Leadership01:47 The Importance of Self-Leadership in Academic Medicine03:45 The Concept of Leadership and Influence04:31 The Role of Self-Discipline in Leadership06:33 Cultivating a Lifestyle of Self-Discipline07:22 Practical Examples of Self-Discipline in Daily Life08:14 Developing Daily Routines for Long-Term Success12:39 Conclusion: The Power of Self-Discipline in Self-LeadershipWant to go beyond the podcast? Need a little bit more help in your academic career but not sure where to get started?I help academic physicians achieve their academic goals, enjoy work-life balance, and eliminate overwhelm with a tailored system designed specifically for their success.Book a call and let's have a conversation about what that might look like: https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-callWant to work with me directly and have me personally help you through mentoring and coaching to achieve more success in your career and more fulfillment and balance in your life? Book a call here and let's chat 👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call Free Productivity Tool: 5-Steps to increase your productivity and decrease distractions. Academic Physician and Scientist Leadership Mentoring FB Community Follow me on Facebook Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram https://www.ingahofmann.com/ – My Website where you can learn more about me, get free resources, and find out how you can work with me directly to accelerate your academic career and enjoy life.

13 min
8 February 2024
70. How Your Emotions Can Keep You Stuck In Procrastination and Are Damaging To Your Career

Send us a textProcrastination is probably the number one reason that is holding academic physicians back. The root cause of procrastination can be multiplefold. One less common reason discussed is our emotional state.In this episode of the Academic Revolution podcast, we will discuss how your emotions can keep you stuck in procrastination and are damaging to your careerProcrastination, often related to a mental block, can negatively affect productivity and goal attainment. Dr. Hofmann emphasizes the importance of recognizing and separating unrelated emotional responses from set tasks and implores her listeners to practice this mental discipline for the sake of their productivity and professional success.00:10 Introduction to Procrastination in Academic Physicians01:23 Understanding the Three Pillars of Physician Success03:06 The Impact of Emotions on Procrastination04:55 Personal Experiences with Procrastination11:08 The Cycle of Emotional Triggers and Procrastination12:58 Strategies to Overcome ProcrastinationMentioned in this episode:Episode #60: How You Can Use a Simple Mind Trick To Overcome ProcrastinationEpisode #63: Is Procrastination Hurting Your Career and How to Overcome ItWant to work with me directly and have me personally help you through mentoring and coaching to achieve more success in your career and more fulfillment and balance in your life? Book a call here and let's chat 👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call Free Productivity Tool: 5-Steps to increase your productivity and decrease distractions. Academic Physician and Scientist Leadership Mentoring FB Community Follow me on Facebook Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram https://www.ingahofmann.com/ – My Website where you can learn more about me, get free resources, and find out how you can work with me directly to accelerate your academic career and enjoy life.

19 min
30 January 2024
69. How to Safe Hours Per Month by Handling Your Mail Efficiently

Send us a textAre you drowning in a sea of emails and drowning in paper clutter on your desk? If that sounds like your daily struggle, you're not alone. Join me, Dr. Inga Hofmann, in this latest episode of the Academic Revolution podcast, where I share game-changing strategies to rescue you from the chaos. I'll guide you through effective techniques to slash the hours you spend dealing with physical mail.Discover the power of a routine that tames your overflowing mailbox, learn the art of disposing of unnecessary items swiftly, and master the one-touch rule to banish clutter and distractions. Plus, I'll reveal a secret: keep that mail out of your office unless it demands serious attention with a computer. Implementing these tactics will not only declutter your space but also skyrocket your productivity. Don't miss out – tune in now and reclaim your precious time! 00:01 Introduction to Mail Management03:33 The Problem with Overflowing Mailboxes05:39 The Impact of Clutter on Productivity07:53 Strategies to Overcome Mail Overload09:41 Practical Tips for Efficient Mail Handling16:06 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsWant to work with me directly and have me personally help you through mentoring and coaching to achieve more success in your career and more fulfillment and balance in your life? Book a call here and let's chat 👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call Free Productivity Tool: 5-Steps to increase your productivity and decrease distractions. Academic Physician and Scientist Leadership Mentoring FB Community Follow me on Facebook Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram https://www.ingahofmann.com/ – My Website where you can learn more about me, get free resources, and find out how you can work with me directly to accelerate your academic career and enjoy life.

18 min
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