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PODCAST

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast

Dr. Stacey Ishman

The Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast is a hybrid-style career coaching show designed to help you navigate—and thrive in—the world of academic medicine. Hosted by Dr. Stacey Ishman, this podcast delivers actionable advice to propel your career forward in this demanding yet rewarding field. Dr. Stacey Ishman is an ENT surgeon and sleep medicine physician who has published more than 220 peer-reviewed articles, worked on multiple NIH grants, served on the boards of three national and

business careers

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14:46

The Leadership Gap No One Talks About in Academic...

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2026/01/21

In this episode of the Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast, Dr. Stacey Ishman unpacks a critical but rarely named challenge facing early-career physicians: the leadership gap that emerges after training ends. While medicine prepares physicians to execute, it does not prepare them to choose. The result is ambiguity, misalignment, and career drift that often gets mislabeled as burnout.This conversation reframes leadership development as a clarity problem—not a resilience problem—and offers a

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13:16

Why Doing Great Work Is Not Enough to Get Promoted

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2026/01/14

Why Doing Great Work Is Not Enough to Get PromotedIn this episode of the Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast, Dr. Stacey Ishman breaks down one of the most misunderstood truths in academic medicine: promotion is not a reward for effort. It is an evaluation of coherence, clarity, and impact. Using real examples from faculty CVs and promotion committees, Stacey explains why excellent work can still stall—and how to align your work so it actually advances your career. No need to take notes—check

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14:49

Fix Your Priorities, Not Your Time!

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2026/01/07

You Don’t Have a Time Management Problem — You Have a Priority System FailureIn this episode of the Medical Mentor Coaching podcast, Dr. Stacey Ishman challenges one of the most common assumptions early-career physicians make: that feeling behind is a time problem. Drawing from real coaching examples and lived experience in academic medicine, she explains why the real issue is a missing or misaligned priority system—and how that quietly derails careers, promotions, and fulfillment. This

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13:45

Likeable Badass Leadership

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2026/01/02

Likable Badass Leadership — Leading with Warmth and ConfidenceIn this episode of Medical Mentor Coaching, Dr. Stacey Ishman explores the concept of Likable Badass Leadership, inspired by Likable Badass by Alison Fragale. Designed for physicians in their first 10 years of practice, this conversation reframes leadership as the intentional balance of warmth and competence—connection and confidence—especially in high-stakes academic and clinical environments. Dr. Ishman reflects honestly on

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8:39

The Power of Silence: How Stepping Away Creates...

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/12/17

In this episode, Dr. Stacey Ishman explores why constant input is undermining clarity for physicians in their first 10 years of practice—and how intentional silence can become a powerful tool for insight, creativity, and confident leadership. Drawing on neuroscience, real-life reflection, and practical strategies, she reframes silence not as absence, but as a strategic skill for thinking better, leading better, and living with more intention.No need to take notes—visit the blog for a

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12:04

Leading When You Don't Have All the Answers

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/12/03

Episode 30: Leading When You Don’t Have All the AnswersIn this episode of Medical Mentor Coaching for Physicians in Their First 10 Years of Practice, Dr. Stacey Ishman explores one of the most underrated leadership skills in academic medicine: leading through uncertainty. Physicians are trained to know the answers—yet real leadership often requires navigating ambiguity, modeling vulnerability, and creating psychological safety for your team. Drawing from her own experience building a

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#29 Visibility and Connection in One Hour a Week

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/11/19

Episode 29: Visibility & Connection in One Hour a WeekIn this episode, Dr. Stacey Ishman breaks down how early-career physicians can build national visibility and meaningful professional relationships without overwhelm—using a simple, one-hour-a-week framework. If you’ve ever felt torn between wanting to be known for your work and just trying to survive clinic, charting, inboxes, and academic responsibilities, this episode will give you a realistic, sustainable way forward. Dr. Ishman

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10:21

#28: Finding Joy Again in Academic Medicine Through a...

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/11/05

Episode 28: Finding Joy Again in Academic Medicine Through a Career PivotIn this episode of the Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast, Dr. Stacey Ishman shares her personal journey of rediscovering joy and purpose in academic medicine through a career pivot. After stepping away from clinical practice for 18 months to lead a utilization management program, she returned with a broader perspective — one that blended systems-level leadership with her love for mentoring trainees. This episode

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8:33

From Perfectionist to Pro: The 80% Rule Revealed

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/10/22

Episode 27: From Perfectionist to Pro — The 80% Rule Revealed!In this episode, Dr. Stacey Ishman explores one of the biggest mindset shifts for early-career physicians: moving from perfectionism to progress. She introduces the “80% Rule,” a practical framework that helps you escape the trap of over-editing, over-preparing, and overthinking — and start building momentum in your career. Dr. Ishman shares how striving for perfection often slows growth, limits visibility, and drains energy

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13:00

#26 The Invisible Work That Builds National Visibility

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/10/09

Episode 26: The Invisible Work That Builds National VisibilityIn this episode of Medical Mentor Coaching, Dr. Stacey Ishman explores the often-overlooked “invisible work” that builds national visibility for physicians. From quiet acts of professionalism to behind-the-scenes committee work, she shares how consistent follow-through, authentic relationships, and strategic visibility can shape your academic career — even when it feels like no one is watching. If you’ve ever wondered why you

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12:53

#25 How Mentorship Changes Everything and Two...

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/09/24

Episode 25: How Mentorship Changes Everything – Two Conversations That Shaped CareersIn this episode of the Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast, Dr. Stacey Ishman explores how mentorship can transform the trajectory of an early-career physician. Through two powerful mentorship stories—her own and that of a colleague—she illustrates how clarity of focus, alignment with passion, and the right guidance can turn scattered efforts into a compelling career narrative. Dr. Ishman also shares practical

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14:16

#24 How To Lead Without a Title in Academic Medicine

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/09/10

Episode: How to Lead When You Are Not the Boss: Academic Medicine EditionIn this episode, Dr. Stacey Ishman explores the powerful concept that leadership begins long before you receive a formal title. She shares practical strategies for early-career physicians to build influence, shape culture, and create meaningful change from any position within academic medicine. Through real-world examples and actionable advice, she demonstrates how every physician—from medical students to junior

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#23 Unlock the Secrets to Effective Feedback

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/08/27

Episode: Unlocking the Secret to Effective FeedbackIn this episode, Dr. Stacey Ishman explores the art of giving effective feedback in academic medicine. She discusses common pitfalls in feedback delivery and introduces a powerful framework that focuses on the "ideal version" of a role rather than past shortcomings. Through personal examples and practical scripts, she demonstrates how to transform feedback conversations from defensive encounters into collaborative problem-solving

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10:25

#22 How to Be Selected to Speak at a Meeting When...

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/08/13

Episode 22: How to Be Selected to Speak at a Meeting When They Don't Know Who You Are YETIn this episode, Dr. Stacey Ishman tackles one of the biggest challenges facing early-career physicians: getting selected to speak at conferences when you're still building your reputation. She addresses the classic catch-22 of needing exposure to build credibility while needing credibility to get exposure, offering five strategic approaches to break through this barrier. No need to take notes, just

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12:02

#21 Why Your Calendar is the Most Powerful Academic Tool

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/08/07

SHOW NOTES Episode 21: Your Calendar Is Your Most Powerful Academic Tool In this episode of the Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast, Dr. Stacey Ishman shares why your calendar is more than just a scheduling tool—it's your greatest asset for achieving academic success and avoiding burnout in the first 10 years of practice. She offers a practical, honest look at how early-career physicians can take back control of their time, align their schedules with their values, and protect the academic

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12:45

#20: How to Decode Academic Promotion Criteria Before...

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/07/30

In this episode, Dr. Stacey Ishman tackles one of the most critical yet overlooked aspects of academic medicine: understanding your institution's promotion criteria from day one. She reveals why many physicians waste years on activities that don't align with their promotion requirements and provides a strategic framework for building an intentional path to advancement. No need to take notes, just check out the Blog to get a summary of these insights. If you are interested in my Academic

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12:37

#19: Envisioning Your Ideal Career

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/06/24

Episode 19: Envisioning Your Ideal CareerIn this episode of the Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast, Dr. Stacey Ishman dives into how early-career physicians can build a fulfilling and aligned professional life by starting with their core values, mission, and vision. Through personal stories and real-life examples, she walks listeners through the practical steps of defining what matters most, auditing their current work, and creating a plan that actually matches their long-term goals. If

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14:01

#18: Ace Your New Attending Job

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2025/06/02

SHOW NOTESEpisode 18: Your First Attending Job – Setting the Stage for a Career You Love In this episode of the Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast, Dr. Stacey Ishman welcomes new attending physicians with a practical and empowering guide to launching a fulfilling academic medical career. Drawing on two decades of mentoring and her own experience navigating academic medicine, she shares tangible strategies to help you create a career with intention—from crafting an ideal weekly schedule to

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14:29

#17: ⏰ Guess What's Draining Your Time!

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2024/08/23

In this episode, Dr. Stacey Ishman discusses the impact of context switching on productivity, patient care, and overall well-being for physicians. She offers insights into the challenges of multitasking and provides strategies for managing interruptions and improving focus in academic medicine.No need to take notes, just check out the Blog to get a summary of these insights. If you are interested in my Academic Accelerator Course designed to chart your personalized path to promotion for

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#16: Rediscovering My Emotions: 5 Essential Tips

Medical Mentor Coaching Podcast ·

2024/08/17

In this episode, Dr. Stacey Ishman shares her personal journey of rediscovering emotional awareness after years of emotional detachment in medical practice. She discusses the importance of acknowledging and processing emotions for physicians, offering insights and practical tips to help physicians reconnect with their feelings.No need to take notes, just check out the Blog to get a summary of these insights. If you are interested in my Academic Accelerator Course designed to chart your

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