Top Career Lesson From A Graduate Student At University Of Southern California
In pursuing a PhD, a significant lesson learned is the importance of communication and seeking help from others; the ability to "communicate with people and ask people for help" has proven invaluable in academic research.
Communication, Collaboration, Mentorship, Higher Education, Research
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Daria Timonina
Graduate Student / Research Assistant
University of Southern California
University of Arizona / 2015
University of Southern California
Biology & Related Sciences
Healthcare, Medical & Wellness
Research and Development (R&D)
Honors Student, Immigrant, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Actively seeking mentorship and guidance from peers and professors is crucial for success in a PhD program.
2. Effective communication is essential for collaboration and learning in a research environment.
3. Don't hesitate to ask for help; collaboration and seeking assistance are key to academic success
Transcript
What is one lesson you've learned that has proven significant in your career?
One lesson I've learned is that in pursuing a PhD, you're really trying to gather knowledge and skills from the people around you. Being able to communicate with people and ask for their help has been really important.
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