Hosted by Dr. Anna AO · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 14 episodes
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Welcome to Lessons from a Ph.D. by Dr. Anna AO, where I share the invaluable lessons I've learned on my journey through a STEM Ph.D. Join me as I delve into topics such as pursuing a Ph.D. in STEM, graduating, navigating the job market, and moving from academia to industry. In each episode, I open up about the challenges I faced, celebrate my successes, and spill the details of my journey. You can expect honest stories, personal challenges, and advice that might help you on your journey. You can also expect the stories of guests who have been through similar journeys. Whether you're a student, a recent grad, or considering a career change, this podcast is for you. Join me as I share the ups and downs of being a Black Canadian woman in STEM.
Dr. Anna AO hosts Lessons from a PhD, a business show with 14 episodes published.
In this episode of Lessons from a Ph.D., I sit down with Rob Henderson, President and CEO of BioTalent Canada, to talk about the importance of transferable skills and how academic professionals can successfully transitio
In this episode of Lessons from a Ph.D., Salma shares her powerful story of resilience and determination. After moving to Canada because of the war in Syria and having to restart her academic journey from scratch, she pu
In this episode of Lessons from a Ph.D., I sit down with Dr. Joseph Okeme, environmental health researcher and assistant professor at McMaster University, to explore his inspiring journey through academia. Dr. Okeme shar
In this heartwarming and insightful episode, I sit down with Dr. Vera Onana—a Nigerian-born scientist, new mother, and founder of SheThrivesPhD—to explore the full scope of her journey through science, immigration, and i
In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Dr. Nyasha Gondora—scientist, federal public servant, board leader, and one of Canada’s Top 100 Black Women to Watch. We talk about her journey from Zimbabwe to North America, h
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Patricia Dada, the visionary behind the Black Fertility Agency, to discuss why fertility support tailored to the Black community is so needed and so overdue. We talk about how we
You’ve probably heard the phrase “Your network is your net worth”—but what does that actually mean? In this episode, I dive into how networking has shaped my career, education, and nonprofit work, opening doors that cred
In this episode of Lessons from a PhD, I’m back after 9 months away, and so much has changed! I’ve taken on a whole new role and it’s taught me so many valuable lessons about life, balance, and priorities. I talk about h
Project SHORT X EFeMS collaboration In this episode, I chat with the director for resource development at Project SHORT, a non-profit organization aimed at shrinking the socioeconomic gap in medical and graduate school.
In this episode, we're shifting gears from discussing the importance of finding your tribe to diving deep into the significance of mentors in your academic and professional journey. Mentors, those experienced guides who
It takes a village to do a Ph.D.! In this episode, I unravel the significance of finding the people in your corner. Discover the power of surrounding yourself with relatable and supportive individuals who will elevate yo
Let's talk about the importance of resilience. In this episode, we build off of the previous episode and discuss my transition into my Ph.D. and the several challenges I faced. Discover how resilience became my guiding l
In the second episode of Lessons from a PhD, we discuss the twists and turns of discovering my path in life. From the uncertainty to the unexpected detour into pursuing a Master's degree, I share the moments that shaped
Join me, on the first episode of Lessons from a PhD, where we embark on a journey through the highs and lows of pursuing a doctorate in STEM. As a Black Canadian woman who has navigated academia and industry, I'm here to
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