257: [Should I Quit Academia Series]  How To Know If It's Time To Quit Academia [RE-RELEASE 176]

257: [Should I Quit Academia Series] How To Know If It's Time To Quit Academia [RE-RELEASE 176]

If you're feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or questioning your place in the academic world, you may have thought about quitting. But you worked so hard and invested so much time into becoming a professor. Are you really ready to move on to a new career?

In this episode, I discuss the challenges of deciding whether it's time to quit academia. I share how to assess your current situation, identify the root causes of your dissatisfaction, and explore if there's a way to make your academic career more enjoyable. Whether you're a professor on a tenure track or are already a permanent faculty member, this episode guides you through the self-reflection process to help you make an informed decision about the future of your academic career.

For full show notes visit scholarsvoice.org/podcast.

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