Dr Sam Moxon - Be Your Own Benchmark: Measuring Your Career Journey

Dr Sam Moxon - Be Your Own Benchmark: Measuring Your Career Journey

Dr Sam Moxon, narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.

In his blog, Sam explores the common pitfalls of imposter syndrome and the Dunning-Kruger effect in the academic and research fields. He shares his personal experience, transitioning from a successful PhD to a slower-paced postdoctoral project, highlighting the dangers of comparing oneself to others in similar career stages. His key message is to focus on personal growth and self-set benchmarks rather than external standards. By doing so, one nurtures self-compassion and motivation, leading to a more positive and sustainable career trajectory.

Find the original text, and narration here on our website.

https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/guest-blog-be-your-own-benchmark-measuring-your-career-journey/

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Dr Sam Moxon is a biomaterials Research Fellow at University of Birmingham. His expertise falls on the interface between biology and engineering. His PhD focussed on regenerative medicine and he now works on trying to develop 3D bioprinting techniques with human stem cells, so that we better understand and treat degenerative diseases. Outside of the lab he hikes through the Lake District and is an expert on all things Disney.

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This podcast is brought to you in association with the NIHR, Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Research UK, Alzheimer's Society and Race Against Dementia, who we thank for their ongoing support.

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