Navigating the Academic Conference with Social Anxiety

Conferences are a great opportunity for networking, showcasing your work as well as learning from the work of others. While some may find socializing in a crowded place normal, others may be very uncomfortable in such an environment. The article offers tips such as how to prepare, how to be organized, and how to be comfortable while also stepping out of your own comfort zone to meet new people.

Navigating the Academic Conference with Social Anxiety
Article by Katie Shives

https://www.insidehighered.com/blogs/gradhacker/navigating-academic-conference-social-anxiety

Importance of a life outside school.

How a Rock Band Helped Save My PhD - A great read on the importance of maintaining a life outside of graduate school. Having an extra curricular activity that helps you unwind can end up making you more productive (get more done in less time).

Article from The Grad Student Way.

http://thegradstudentway.com/blog/?p=1865

Know the Vital Players in Your Career: Your Own Actions

Hard work will get you far, but sometimes you need a little more to achieve success. The Chronicle of Higher Education has some helpful advice not just for academia, but for your future career.

Know the Vital Players in your Career: Your Own Actions.