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Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01

For women faculty, transitioning from a Career Development (K) Award to your first NIH R01 is about more than just writing a fundable grant.Host and expert NIH Grant Consultant Sarah Dobson guides early career researchers through the roadmap for overcoming the hurdles of being a woman in academia and avoiding the K cliff. She’s ready to see passionate and tenacious women K Award recipients level up to R01 funding and build impactful, thriving, and fulfilling research careers.Visit

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08:31

Protecting Your Capacity for Thoughtful Research in...

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2025/01/09

Learning to navigate uncertainty is essential for a successful research career. In this episode, I reflect on the challenges we face as researchers—both in the broader funding landscape and our personal and professional lives—and share practical strategies to stay grounded and focused amidst the unknown. I dive into the foundational tools that help you cope with uncertainty, including how to foster self-trust, safeguard your capacity for impactful research, and maintain clarity about your North Star

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14:44

End-of-Year Reflection and Intention Setting: Tools...

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/12/12

As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and prepare for what’s next. In this solo episode, I’m sharing a practice that has been a cornerstone of my personal and professional growth over the last five years: end-of-year reflection and intention setting. This simple yet transformative exercise helps me acknowledge wins, integrate lessons, and set a clear vision for the coming year—and now, I’m inviting you to make it your own. This episode is filled with reflective

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25:17

Featured K to R Essentials Graduate: Jaime Speiser, PhD

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/11/28

In this episode, I sit down with Jaime Lynn Speiser, PhD, an associate professor of Biostatistics and Data Science and a recent K to R Essentials graduate. Jaime shares her experience of navigating the unique challenges and opportunities as a statistician working across diverse subject matter areas, and how the program helped her build confidence, clarify her career goals, and embrace her role as a leader in her field. Tune in to this episode as we explore: How Jaime shifted from feeling “stuck”

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16:35

Featured K to R Essentials Graduate: Clare Whitney,...

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/11/21

In this episode, I speak with Clare Whitney, PhD MBE RN, an assistant professor, and a recent K to R Essentials graduate. Clare shares her journey from feeling stretched too thin to finding her “North Star” in research, which has helped her focus on her work’s core mission: clinician moral well-being. Clare’s work as a nurse scientist and bioethicist explores the impact of moral well-being on clinician care, a topic rooted in her own research into ethics and clinical trust. Tune in to this episode

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40:13

Featured K to R Essentials Graduate: Kristin...

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/11/14

In this episode, I sit down with Kristin Anderson, PhD, a K to R Essentials graduate and assistant professor at the University of Virginia. Kristin shares her inspiring journey from an uncertain start to a clearly defined and purpose-driven research career, rooted in her personal mission to develop cancer therapies for women’s health. Tune in to this episode as we explore: How Kristin’s vision drives her research focus, and how articulating her goals has led to powerful, serendipitous

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26:51

Featured K to R Essentials Graduate: Caroline Sloan,...

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/10/31

In this episode, I sit down with Caroline Sloan, MD MPH a recent graduate of the K to R Essentials program and a general internist, as she shares her journey of building a purpose-driven research path. Caroline reflects on the challenges and rewards of managing a dual role in clinical care and health services research and the transformation that led her to fully commit to her research goals. Tune in to this episode as we explore: How Caroline identified the driving force behind her research and

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14:40

What Becomes Possible When You Start Thinking Like a PI

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/10/24

What becomes possible when you stop thinking like a mentee and start thinking like a PI? In this episode, I’m diving deep into what happens when you make the crucial shift in your research career from mentee to PI. This transition isn’t just about changing titles—it’s about transforming how you approach your work, your confidence, and your path forward. I share observations from working with graduates of K to R Essentials to highlight how this shift opens up new levels of confidence, clarity, and

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26:13

Featured K to R Essentials Graduate: Liza Behrens,...

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/10/17

What does it take to transition from a K Award to an R01 with confidence and clarity? In this episode, I sit down with Liza Behrens, a recent K to R Essentials graduate and assistant professor of nursing at Penn State University. Liza shares her journey of navigating the complexities of research, grant writing, and leadership as a clinician scientist. From her experience in the K to R Essentials program, Liza learned not only how to structure her research career but also how to trust in her

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23:30

Featured K to R Essentials Graduate: Cindy Veldhuis, PhD

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2024/10/10

How do you navigate the transition from postdoc to independent PI without losing your sense of direction? In this episode, I chat with Cindy Veldhuis, a recent graduate of K to R Essentials, who shares her candid experience of navigating the challenges of academic life. From figuring out how to ‘adult’ as a PI to understanding the power of mentorship and community, Cindy opens up about the many transitions she’s faced, including moving institutions, developing her research focus, and gaining

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0:51

Get your K to R Essentials Program Questions Answered...

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2024/10/07

Are you ready to navigate the journey from K award to your first R01 with confidence? Join us for a special bonus episode as we dive deep into an upcoming info session for the next cohort of the K to R Essentials program. Scheduled for Thursday, October 17, at 10:30 AM PST/1:30PM EST, this info session is a golden opportunity for early career researchers to get a comprehensive overview of the group coaching program.

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10:27

The Balance Between Dreaming Big and Taking Action:...

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2024/10/03

Have you ever felt like your career ambitions were just too big, maybe even impossible? In this episode, I’m diving deep into the critical balance between delusion and discipline when it comes to pursuing your career ambitions. It’s a concept we explore in K to R Essentials and one that can make or break your long-term success. I want you to dream big—so big it feels a little delusional. But dreaming alone isn’t enough. It’s only when you apply strategic discipline to those dreams that you begin to

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06:24

The Myth of Being Behind: How to Shift Your...

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/09/26

Do you ever feel like you’re constantly behind in your career? In this episode, I’m tackling the common but misguided belief that we’re not where we should be. So many of us feel like we’re behind, but that feeling is often based on unrealistic expectations or inaccurate comparisons. The truth? Being behind is just a story we tell ourselves, and it can lead us to make decisions that actually take us further away from our goals. I break down the harmful actions that stem from this belief, like

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20:11

Featured K to R Essentials Graduate: Gillian Tarr,...

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/09/19

Have you ever felt like your career path was a bit scattered or not quite aligned with what you truly want to be doing? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Gillian Tarr, an Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, to discuss her journey through the K to R Essentials program and how it helped her find clarity in her research career. We dive into the challenges she faced before joining the program—feeling the pressure to diversify and take on projects outside of her

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06:33

Your Roadmap to Securing Your First R01

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/09/12

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the lack of a clear path from a K award to your first R01, you’re not alone. Moving from being a mentee to taking the lead on your own research can feel like you’re navigating uncharted territory. But here’s the good news: You don’t need a perfect roadmap. You just need to know where you’re headed, and I’m here to help you figure out the next step. I’ll share why getting clear on your career vision is essential before jumping into action. We’ll also talk about

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12:44

My Story: How a Life-Threatening Experience Shaped My...

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/09/05

In this episode, I share a deeply personal story that goes beyond the pragmatic reasons why I created K to R Essentials. While the program was born out of a practical need to help early-career researchers navigate the challenges of grant deadlines and writing their first R01, there’s a much deeper reason driving my passion for this work. I tell the story of a life-threatening health scare that changed the trajectory of my life and career, teaching me invaluable lessons about purpose, fulfillment,

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09:37

How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/08/15

In the high-stakes world of academia, competition is everywhere—from landing a faculty position to securing grant funding. It's easy to fall into the trap of comparing yourself to others, but instead of success, this can lead to self-sabotage. In this episode, we explore how comparison, competition, and critique—although vital in academia—often work against you. I'll share strategies on how to shift your focus away from others and keep your eyes on your own paper. By challenging yourself to grow and

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10:17

Are You Doing Some Magical Thinking About Grant...

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/08/01

Setting goals is easy for high achievers. The challenge lies in achieving them—on your ideal timeline—without burning out. In this episode, I explore the pitfalls of setting ambitious targets without proper planning and how this can lead to burnout and panic-driven decisions, especially as deadlines approach. Drawing from experiences with my K to R Essentials students, I dive into the importance of being intentional with your goals, understanding your long-term vision (your North Star), and

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14:06

Knowing the Difference Between Career Ambition And...

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/07/18

Have you ever been told that your ambitions are too big? There’s a fine balance between being ambitious in your career and being realistic in your grant proposals. In this episode, I explore why feedback on being "overly ambitious" in grants should not have any influence on your career ambitions - and how you can address this critique effectively. More importantly, I’ll discuss the importance of dreaming big and setting a bold career North Star to guide your long-term goals and aspirations. Tune in

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07:21

How To Free Yourself From The Mentee Mindset (Revisited)

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/07/04

Is your mindset keeping you from taking it to the next level in your research career? Shifting from the mentee mindset to the PI mindset is key to helping you navigate the K to R transition. But how? Where do you start? Tune in to this episode of the podcast to discover: The key indicators of the mentee mindset How your socialization is holding you back from being a leader How to step into your leadership as the independent PI you were meant to be I’m sharing advice that will help you bring your

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11:52

Are Your Priorities Aligned With Your Actions?...

Significant Impact: from K Award to Your First Big R01 ·

2024/06/20

How you prioritize your time will determine whether your R01 gets done first or is a side project that you work on on nights and weekends. This week on the show, we are revisiting our conversation on priorities so you can be reminded that it’s never selfish to make your career aspirations your #1 priority! It’s easy to say that converting your NIH K Award to your R01 is the most important thing in your career. Saying this out loud might be easy, but living this priority out loud isn’t always so

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