Unpacking Professional Identity: Who Am I and Why It Matters? 

By Katie Cronin Credit – John Hain Pixabay In the dynamic fields of physiotherapy and academia, understanding our professional identity is crucial, especially if we take the decision to make the transition into research roles. As practitioners, educators, and now researchers, we often find ourselves navigating the complex intersections of science, patient care, and educational … Continue reading “Unpacking Professional Identity: Who Am I and Why It Matters? “

The Ability to ‘Figure it out’

By Judith Coe Higher education establishments are growing in complexity and staffing structure is changing to reflect and support this. Enter me and my new role. I am not stepping into anyone’s shoes; this is a sparkly new role that I have to grow myself. How do I learn to do this?  Reaching out and … Continue reading “The Ability to ‘Figure it out’”

Asking for help shows strength, not weakness 

By Dr Tom Brownlee Photo credit: Austin Kehmeier on Unsplash I think we all suffer from putting tasks off. We might pick the low-hanging fruit and then procrastinate on the more complex tasks. That can wait until tomorrow…  I’ve come to realise that often I put off the tasks which I might feel I’m ill-equipped to complete. I … Continue reading “Asking for help shows strength, not weakness “