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Thriving in challenging environments
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- if workplace issues arise and outside information is needed.
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- : Implementation of Ubuntu groups to assess burnout, social isolation, and belonging in an undergraduate medical educational setting.
Dec. 12, 2024 | Duration: 59 mins.
In this engaging session, we discuss practical strategies for thriving in challenging academic or work environments, maintaining resilience, and recognizing when it may be time to pursue new opportunities. Guided by our panelists' insights and experiences, viewers will gain tools to effectively manage high-stress situations, sustain motivation and navigate professional hurdles with confidence. Together, we’ll explore how to distinguish between challenges that foster growth and those that may limit potential, empowering participants to make informed career decisions. This session is ideal for professionals at all career stages who are looking to strengthen their adaptability, make strategic transitions, help mentor or guide the next generation of scientists and succeed in any academic or work setting.
This event is sponsored by the 91亚色传媒 Maximizing Access Committee.
Speakers
Alison Biester
Postdoctoral Associate, RCSB Protein Data Bank, Rutgers University
Renee Chosed
Associate Professor and Vice Chair, University South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville
Anthony N. Imbalzano
Professor, University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School
Kiesha Wilson, moderator
Assistant Professor, University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Who should watch
- Students who find themselves in challenging environments and need support and advice on how to move forward.
- Early- to mid-career professionals who may be facing challenging environments and are seeking tools to build resilience and assess their growth potential.
- Managers and team leaders responsible for overseeing teams and navigating difficult environments who want strategies to support their teams and recognize when it may be best for team members to move forward.
- Professionals in transition or contemplating career changes — whether due to personal growth aspirations, challenging conditions or life circumstances — who are looking for insights into making well-informed decisions.