What is the most valuable skill/thing you learned in Grad school?

Written By Gael Sanchez

Ask a Biologist Monday 11/13/23

Answers from Biologists:

  • Krebs cycle

  • Where I need to build my skillset

  • Science outreach certificated

  • That being a successful biologist includes have a life outside of my career.

  • How to write scientific papers well.

  • How to give scientific presentations.

  • How to ask for help.

  • Coding skills

  • How to take time for myself.

  • Prioritizing my happiness and well being.

  • Networking skills.

  • GIS and R. The applications are endless and only make my job easier.

  • What type of mentorship style I need.

  • The importance of prioritizing my mental health.

  • Leadership

  • Patience/Perseverance

  • How to adjust when things keep going wrong/not as planned.

  • That things never go as planned.

  • How to fail.

  • Statistical modeling.

  • Grant writing

  • Budgeting for a project

  • Managing technicians

  • How to run a project

Gael Sanchez http://www.cactusquollcreations.com
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