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Welcome to The Academic Revolution Podcast, hosted by Inga Hofmann, MD, a Harvard-trained Pediatric Oncologist, Physician Leadership Coach, and Founder of the Physician Scientists Coaching Program. If you are like most academic physicians, you want to know the secret to creating a highly successful academic career, without sacrificing your personal life. But the truth is that the traditional academic system is broken, leaving more and more professionals like you wanting to give up. However, I’m here to tell you that you don’t need to! So it’s time we go against the grain and say “NO” to the old “publish or perish mentality” and say “YES” to creating lasting change from within our institutions. Join me as we shift from resignation to revolution and transform academic medicine from the inside out, one physician and scientist at a time. Together we will create an Academic Revolution that makes a real impact and changes the future of academic medicine forever.
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Send us a text Are you an academic physician who starts Monday with big plans—only to end Friday wondering where the time went? If your week keeps running you instead of the other way around, it’s time for a simple reset strategy that actually works. In this episode of The Academic Revolution Podcast, I’m showing you how to start your week with intention—so you can lead it instead of just surviving it. You’ll discover the 4-step reset strategy I teach my coaching clients to shift from reactio...
Send us a text Do you ever start the week with good intentions, only to look up on Friday and realize… nothing truly moved forward? You're not alone — and it’s not a discipline problem. It’s a system problem. In this episode, I walk you through the exact weekly planning routine I use (and now coach others to use) that helps academic physicians finally make consistent progress — without burning out or overbooking their lives. ⚡ Whether you're trying to finish a grant, get your manuscript submi...
Send us a text Feeling mentally scattered, overwhelmed by constant change, and struggling to stay productive in your role as an academic physician? You're not alone. In this episode, I’m diving into the real-world strategies I use—and coach my clients through—to regain focus, protect mental energy, and stay on track when the demands of medicine and life feel nonstop. I’m sharing 7 powerful tips that will help you quiet the noise, reduce distractions, and build habits that actually support you...
Send us a text Setting Intentions for a Successful 2025 In this episode of the Academic Revolution Podcast, I'm discussing how to set your intentions for the new year and make 2025 a year of academic success. I share my detailed process for year-end reflection and new year planning, including practical tools and performance habits from the Physician Success DNA Method. We also cover how to create and achieve goals in both personal and professional areas of life, the importance of celebratin...
Send us a text Ever lost crucial research data or samples and felt the sting of seeing your hard work vanish? Tune in to discover how creating strategic redundancies can save your projects—and your sanity—from unexpected disasters. Learn from real-life stories and expert tips on building failsafe systems in your academic and personal life. Don't wait for a crisis to strike; listen now, take a first action step, and safeguard your success! In this episode of The Academic Revolution Podcast,...
Send us a text Are you exhausted from the last-minute hassles, all-nighters, and sacrificing your weekends just to get that grant application in on time? If you've ever found yourself thinking, "I can't keep doing this," then this episode is tailor-made for you. In this episode of the Academic Revolution podcast, hosted by Harvard-trained pediatric hematologist-oncologist and leadership coach Inga Hofmann, you'll discover how to avoid last-minute hassles and stress associated with grant sub...
Send us a text In this episode of the Academic Revolution Podcast, we’ll explore the often-overlooked factors that influence grant funding success. Drawing from her extensive experience in academic medicine, Inga highlights the importance of appealing to the emotional aspects of grant reviewers, crafting a compelling narrative, and focusing on both problem and solution orientation. She offers practical tips on how to write an impactful grant that stands out in a competitive field. Tune in to ...
Send us a text Do you ever feel like you are so busy that you never get the time to really sit down and think about what you want for your career and personal life? You are just catching up with the day-to-day activities trying to keep your head above water? Overwhelming often comes from a lack of clarity. Therefore finding clarity by creating time to craft a clear vision for your career in academic medicine and your personal life aligned with your values is key to success and to eliminate ...
Send us a text What does success mean to you? Is it the academic title or number of grants and publications? Perhaps how high we can climb on the academic leadership ladder? Or how much money we make? Or perhaps it’s something completely different… In this episode of 'The Academic Revolution,' the host reflects on the nature of academic success. What’s the meaning of success in the academic world? The host encourages listeners to reconsider traditional markers of success, like publica...
Send us a text Join us for an eye-opening exploration of leadership in the academic medical field. In this compelling episode, we challenge aspiring leaders to delve deep into their motivations and the essence of true leadership. Beyond titles and positions, leadership is about influence and service. Inga sheds light on the complexities and requirements of leadership, urging listeners to question their motives for seeking leadership roles. Whether it's for career advancement, financial gain,...
Send us a text This episode of the Academic Revolution podcast, positioned under the theme of leadership identity, tackles the common issue of feeling overwhelmed and stuck due to juggling multiple tasks. Dr. Inga Hofmann sheds light on the transformational strategy of focusing on desired outcomes rather than the tasks themselves to enhance productivity and leadership skills. Incorporating personal experiences and examples, the episode emphasizes the importance of self-discipline, prioritizat...
Send us a text Many of us, academic physicians are eager to lead. But can we lead the most important person, which is ourselves? In this episode of the Academic Revolution Podcast, we discuss the importance of self-leadership and cultivating a lifestyle of self-discipline, as academic physicians. Leadership is influence, regardless of formal titles. Dr. Hofmann highlights that it's crucial to lead oneself effectively before leading others, and this requires a lifestyle commitment base...
Send us a text Procrastination is probably the number one reason that is holding academic physicians back. The root cause of procrastination can be multiplefold. One less common reason discussed is our emotional state. In this episode of the Academic Revolution podcast, we will discuss how your emotions can keep you stuck in procrastination and are damaging to your career Procrastination, often related to a mental block, can negatively affect productivity and goal attainment. Dr. Hofmann emph...
Send us a text Are you drowning in a sea of emails and drowning in paper clutter on your desk? If that sounds like your daily struggle, you're not alone. Join me, Dr. Inga Hofmann, in this latest episode of the Academic Revolution podcast, where I share game-changing strategies to rescue you from the chaos. I'll guide you through effective techniques to slash the hours you spend dealing with physical mail. Discover the power of a routine that tames your overflowing mailbox, learn the art of ...
Send us a text Let's face it - as academics, our inboxes can sometimes feel like a black hole sucking away precious time when we could be doing something more productive. In this episode, we're tackling the challenges of efficient email responses. From crafting time-saving templates to conquering custom inquiries and mastering meeting scheduling, we've got you covered. By the end of this episode, you'll be armed with the tools to streamline your inbox, leaving you with more time for aca...
Send us a text Do you ever feel you are drowning in your emails? Perhaps you have hundreds or thousands of unread emails and never seem to get on top of it? In this episode of the Academic Revolution Podcast we discuss the importance of effective email management for busy physicians and physician scientists.Dr. Inga Hofmann provides detailed strategies for managing an overflowing email inbox, starting with a cleanup phase where unnecessary emails are removed, followed by a maintenance phase ...
Send us a text Shall I bring my children, or leave them at home? How to manage conferences when you have young children and are at a critical point in your career? We continue our three-part discussion on preparing for medical conferences. In this episode, we delve into the challenges that parents face when attending these events. Personally, I've grappled with the guilt of leaving my children at home, the mental strain of juggling family responsibilities alongside conference commitments, an...
Send us a text Ready to level up your conference experience? Join me, Inga Hofmann, MD, as I unveil actionable tips and strategies on how to take full advantage of your time at conferences. I'll guide you through the art of setting intentions, staying focused on your goals amidst differing priorities, and capitalizing on networking opportunities for career advancement. Whether you're a seasoned conference-goer or a newcomer, my insights are designed to empower you to make the most of every mo...
Send us a text Want to transform your academic conference experiences? You're at the right place! I'm Inga Hoffman, a Harvard-trained pediatric hematologist, oncologist, and passionate leadership coach, here to invigorate your conference approach with foolproof strategies. This episode is all about making the most of your time at academic conferences. We delve into the nitty-gritty of pre-planning, session selection, networking, and how to maintain that ever-so-fragile work-life balance durin...
Send us a text Overcoming Procrastination: Insight and Solutions for Academic Physicians In this episode of the Academic Revolution podcast, we’ll examine the issue of procrastination, prevalent in the academic medical profession. This episode delves into the reasons why most academic physicians struggle with procrastination and provides ways to overcome it. It explores related issues such as perfectionism, setting unrealistic goals, fear of failure, and task aversion among others. Inga...
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