Do you feel you’re getting buried by notifications? Are you tired of missing important notices or forgetting who you were responding to next?
If you’re getting overwhelmed by digital noise and need a better way to handle your notifications, this episode is for you.
In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss:
My useful “one touch rule” for all notifications
The three categories I use that save time and energy
Some examples on how this organization system can be applied offline
Today we’re talking about how I manage notifications across many devices and even physical mail. I also include some information on an upcoming (free) Leverage and Growth Summit summit where I’ll be speaking as well as recommendations for how to clean up your inbox.
In this episode, I detail my “one touch rule” and the three categories I use for every notification I get and how it helps me keep things under control. With this technique you’ll stop wasting double the time on notifications you’ve already seen and not miss something important. You will check your email, voicemail, texts, and social media notifications much less frequently.
“I have adopted some of the best tips that I’ve heard around into a single system.”- Marjorie Stiegler
In this Episode:
[1:15] Too many notifications and no time to manage them
[2:00] Reclaiming your life with the Leverage and Growth Summit (it’s free)
[3:10] What does “control” mean to you?
[3:58] Explaining the one touch rule
[5:00] Time blocking and notification settings
[6:05] Deciding if something needs your attention
[6:23] Do this in two minutes or less.
[7:10] Implement a mindfulness snooze function (for your email)
[8:30] Using a tickler files with Sanebox
[9:10] Applying this system to snail mail
[11:00] Planning ahead on your taxes
[12:07] Turn off the backburner
Does your workplace expect you to always be available via email whether night, weekend, holiday, or ‘normal business hours’? Have you been asked to limit your sending of email to within certain hours? If you get an ‘urgent’ email that’s sent outside of your normal hours, how do you handle it?
If you’re caught up on either side of this great email boundaries debate, this episode is for you.
In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss:
The recent push to limit email ‘sending hours’
What email sending, checking, and replying communicates about boundaries
How to be sure your intentions are understood and your boundaries are firm, while working at times that work for you
Today we’re talking about the great email debate – should you or should you not send an email outside of “standard” working hours (whatever that means, anyway)?
In this episode, we’ll discuss what “off hours” look like to you, the importance of email boundaries, and whether delaying an email send time is actually helpful.
“I think people ought to be able to send [emails] whenever they want.”- Marjorie Stiegler
In this Episode:
[0:48] Boundaries in the workplace
[1:50] Only working “normal business hours”
[3:00] Defending your off work hours
[5:40] Getting things done on your own schedule
[7:20] Navigating the work/life balancing act
[9:00] What’s in your email signature?
[10:10] Handling your boundaries – stop apologizing
[11:40] Tweet me your answer to this question
Can Clubhouse help your career? Clubhouse is a new live, audio-only social media platform. Nothing is archived or preserved so all connections are done in real time. But how can doctors use Clubhouse for professional purposes? If you’re considering using Clubhouse, check out this episode.
In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss:
– Curating your feed and followers
– Communicating on and off the app
– Career benefits and opportunities from Clubhouse
Today we’re talking about how Clubhouse could help you with a career pivot. This topic came up in a live course that I’m teaching right now, as we were discussing how to use social media sites and public platforms for career changes. I’ve spent just a bit of time on this new platform and I’ve noticed three ways this might become a great networking app.
In this episode, we’ll discuss the critical first steps of navigating a new Clubhouse account, how to connect with people in your professional world, and how to show up as your best professional self on Clubhouse.
“Be mindful about who you follow and what rooms you join, because Clubhouse will keep serving you more of the same.”- Marjorie Stiegler
In this Episode:
[1:40] Clubhouse is unique because it’s “live only”
[2:30] Sign up now to reserve your desired username
[3:28] Do this when you first sign in!
[4:15] Keep your career goals in mind
[4:40] Be mindful of clickbait rooms (teaching the algorithm)
[6:10] Be mindful of who you follow and why
[7:40] The easiest ways to follow up with direct messages
[9:30] How to use Clubhouse to learn about new careers or industries
[11:00] Mapping your desired network (how to know who to follow)
[12:30] Have a crisp way to introduce yourself (hello again, professional branding!)
Today we’re focusing on how to choose boundaries and enforcing boundaries at work – not just why you need boundaries or that you should have some!. While we’re on the subject, you can and should incorporate healthy boundaries into your personal life as well. Understanding why and how to set boundaries, and how to protect and enforce them, is important for your happiness and success.
In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss:
– Why setting boundaries at work is needed
– The benefits of setting boundaries in the workplace
– How to set boundaries with 6 secrets for success
We’ll be reviewing specific tips to help ensure you are setting successful boundaries, selecting the right boundaries, and defending those boundaries with your colleagues at appropriate times.
Understanding how to establish and implement those boundaries is what’s going to help you create a better work/life balance.
“The fastest path to boundary erosion is when we start making exceptions.”- Marjorie Stiegler
In this Episode:
[1:15] What are boundaries and why do we need them?
[2:20] Being expected to be on call 24/7
[4:00] Establishing time that’s just for you (a.k.a. avoiding burnout)
[5:30] Identifying how boundaries help your sense of control
[6:10] People treat you by what you will tolerate.
[7:30] Do boundaries make you look lazy?
[9:00] You can’t please everyone – there’s no finish line
[9:40] Ask yourself these questions before setting a boundary
[11:15] Discover how to operationalize your boundaries
[13:00] “That’s not in my job description.”
[14:30] How to implement and communicate your new work/life balance
[16:15] When to NOT break your own rules and what that really says about you
[18:10] Personal levels and boundary justification
[19:25] How are you going to handle this?
[21:20] Don’t internalize colleagues’ behaviors
[23:00] Actions set boundaries louder than words
[24:00] Need a schedule detox?
Note: this is an encore presentation of Episode 5
If you’re looking for a nonclinical physician career, you’ve likely experienced some very common frustrations. Do you feel you’re underqualified for the nonclinical physician jobs you see? Perhaps you’re not sure how to get a foot in the door. Or, you’ve submitted a bunch of resumes that are immediately rejected or go unanswered entirely. There are some very common nonclinical career search mistakes, and you’re probably making them.
If you’d like to save yourself some frustration by taking note of these 5 common nonclinical job search mistakes doctors make, this episode is for you.
In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss:
– Really common frustrations physicians face when seeking nonclinical jobs in industry
– What to ask instead of “Do you have any advice for me?”
– Steps to take before submitting your application to break the cycle of rejection
Today we’re going to be talking about five major mistakes that physicians make when they are searching for nonclinical careers and how these impact your job search. I break down several common frustrations about the nonclinical job search process, and how to stop the cycle.
In this episode I’m going to give you some not-so-last-minute advice that will better prepare you for finding the right job for you, understanding what the company is looking for, and how to excel at your next interview.
“Invest in yourself to really be able to successfully get where you want to go.”- Marjorie Stiegler
In this Episode:
[1:30] – My inbox is literally exploding with this question
[2:05] – Do any of these scenarios describe the frustration and pain you feel?
[4:30] – Why getting another degree is almost certainly NOT what you need
[5:35] – Applying to the wrong job, and not applying to the right job
[7:00] – Understanding the description of nonclinical physician jobs in industry
[8:03] – Comparing your skills to the ones required
[9:15] – How many years of prior experience do you need to get hired in pharma?
[10:40] – Applying via online portals – what to know before you do it
[11:55] – Which transferable skills are transferable, and which ones matter most
[13:35] – Do this BEFORE submitting an application
[15:00] – They’re going to look for you on LinkedIn – what will they find?
[16:50] – Start taking these steps now
[18:00] – Fact finding is not the only preparation you need
[19:00] – Check out Industry Insider for the highest yield, streamlined path to get you in the door
[20:05] – You’re not “just a doctor” – I promise!
[21:30] – Only you can fix these frustrations (and it’s easy)
Do you volunteer for tasks at work that aren’t your responsibility, to the detriment of your success? Are you spending too much time on things that simply won’t get you the recognition or promotion you deserve?
If you feel like you’re getting stuck with unimportant tasks at work, or your major projects don’t seem to be of value to your colleagues, boss, or organization, this episode is for you.
In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss:
– The concept of “office housework” (or non-promotable tasks) and how it holds women back disproportionately
– How saying “yes” to the wrong things too often can slow or halt your career growth
– What questions to ask yourself to gain clarity and control over your calendar
Today we’re going to be talking about administrative tasks, emotional labor, and gender role expectations that comprise “office housework”. As you learn more, consider whether you may be perpetuating the impact of this on your own career.
In this episode I’m going to give you examples of non-promotable tasks, explain how completing more than your fair share can hurt your career, and what control you have over the office housework expected of you.
“There are ways to make sure that your work is framed with the importance that it deserves.”- Marjorie Stiegler
In this Episode:
[1:44] – Learning the term “office housework” – it’s the stuff that isn’t your job (although someone has to do it)
[2:20] – How much are you assigned or volunteering for non-promotable tasks?
[3:12] – Examples of office housework
[5:55] – How saying yes could be detrimental to your growth
[6:25] – Doing more than your fair share
[8:00] – Declining housework for women everywhere
[9:40] – The hierarchy of office housework – where do you fall?
[11:15] – Understanding your potential promotional pathways
[12:40] – Framing your work with the importance that it deserves
[13:40] – Struggle with an overloaded schedule? Detox your calendar.
[14:25] – You can still be a team player by not always volunteering
[15:40] – Stopping the cycle of less important work being for women
[16:58] – Ask yourself these questions about everything on your plate
