Aim High

Combining the highest possible standards with passion allows your work to build upon itself, says Jeannette R. Ickovics.

Quick Tip - 1 minute 59 seconds

When Ego Gets Beyond 40%

Jay Belsky talks about the balance between ego and curiosity.

Quick Tip - 1 minute 30 seconds

Follow Your Nose

Focusing on career strategies can make you lose sight of your inner voice, believes Jay Belsky.

Quick Tip - 1 minute 42 seconds

Practice, Practice, Practice

Enjoy what you do and work hard, advises Boris Birmaher.

Quick Tip - 1 minute 21 seconds

Bake Your Own Cake

Boris Birmaher talks about working hard as an early researcher.

Quick Tip - 1 minute 7 seconds

Active Ingredients of a Successful Research Career

If you have enthusiasm as a researcher, you can walk before you run, advises Roger S. McIntyre.

Quick Tip - 2 minutes 7 seconds

An Eye on the Big Picture

Mark S. Bauer talks about what will sustain you over the long haul.

Quick Tip - 1 minute 18 seconds

Be Persistent

Realize that senior researchers have had stumbling blocks as well, says Andrea Fagiolini.

Quick Tip - 2 minutes 7 seconds

You Have to Have Confidence

There's a self-selection process going on in this field, states Kiki D. Chang.

Quick Tip - 1 minute 12 seconds

Drinking Scotch at 7am

Edward Seidman advises being open to different experiences and finding your own path in research.

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