The PhD Life Coach
Whether you're a PhD student or an experienced academic, life in a university can be tough. If you're feeling overwhelmed, undervalued, or out of your depth, the PhD Life Coach can help. We talk about issues that affect all academics and how we can feel better now, without having to be perfect productivity machines. We usually do this career because we love it, so let's remember what that feels like! I'm your host, Dr Vikki Burns. Find out more about working with me at thephdlifecoach.com
Podcasting since 2022 • 98 episodes
The PhD Life Coach
Latest Episodes
3. 07 How (and if) to work when things feel uncertain
It’s a tough world at the moment. I’ve had lots of clients struggling with job insecurity, family or personal health issues, and the direct or indirect effects of all the bad stuff that’s happening in the world right now. In this podcast, I giv...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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33:20
3.06 How to inspire the next generation (with Rosa Smith from the Brilliant Club)
Do you remember what fascinated you about your PhD topic? Sometimes when we’re stuck in the middle of endless studying it can be hard to recall why we even chose this programme. This week in the podcast I’m talking to Rosa Smith from the Brilli...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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40:28
3.05 Client Q&A – getting it done when you don’t feel like it
If you struggle to get stuff done when you don’t feel like working, this episode is for you! I’m answering three questions from my listeners:Q1 How do I go from rough notes to writing sentences?Q2 How do I edit when I’m sca...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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27:52
3.04 How to be more strategic and ambitious
Sometimes in academia being “strategic” and “ambitious” can feel like criticisms – like we’re building our career at the expense of others or being too “corporate” for a university setting. In reality, being strategic and ambitious is just abou...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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25:31
3.03 How to get started on a task
A lot of PhD students and academics struggle to get started on a task or believe that they can’t start until they’ve got lots of time. In this episode, I show you how to get started on a task, so that you can complete work even when you’re busy...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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23:57