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The Academic Revolution

The Academic Revolution

Written by: Inga Hofmann MD
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Welcome to The Academic Revolution Podcast, hosted by Inga Hofmann, MD, a Harvard-trained Pediatric Oncologist, Physician Leadership Coach, and Founder of the Physician Scientists Coaching Program. If you are like most academic physicians, you want to know the secret to creating a highly successful academic career, without sacrificing your personal life. But the truth is that the traditional academic system is broken, leaving more and more professionals like you wanting to give up. However, I’m here to tell you that you don’t need to! So it’s time we go against the grain and say “NO” to the old “publish or perish mentality” and say “YES” to creating lasting change from within our institutions. Join me as we shift from resignation to revolution and transform academic medicine from the inside out, one physician and scientist at a time. Together we will create an Academic Revolution that makes a real impact and changes the future of academic medicine forever.© 2025 The Academic Revolution Economics Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Self-Help Success
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  • 82. How Academic Physicians Can Start the Week with Intention—Not Stress
    Aug 14 2025

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    Are you an academic physician who starts Monday with big plans—only to end Friday wondering where the time went? If your week keeps running you instead of the other way around, it’s time for a simple reset strategy that actually works.

    In this episode of The Academic Revolution Podcast, I’m showing you how to start your week with intention—so you can lead it instead of just surviving it.

    You’ll discover the 4-step reset strategy I teach my coaching clients to shift from reaction mode to purposeful progress:

    1. Make a clear plan – Block time for professional goals, personal priorities, and non-negotiable boundaries.
    2. Preview your week – Anticipate challenges so nothing blindsides you.
    3. Set your weekly intention – Anchor your energy on what excites you and visualize your Friday wins.
    4. Identify cautions & triggers – Stay ahead of distractions, emotional drama, and unexpected roadblocks.

    When you lead your week with clarity, you protect your mental energy, move your most important projects forward, and finish Fridays feeling accomplished.

    🎯 LIMITED-TIME SUMMER OFFER

    In August only, I’m offering special summer laser coaching sessions at a reduced rate. In one focused hour, we’ll tackle one specific challenge in your academic career so you walk away with clarity, a plan, and momentum—no long-term commitment required.

    You must book your session by August 31 to lock in the summer rate, but you can schedule it for any available date through September.

    👉 Reserve your spot now before the August 31 deadline: https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/laser-coaching-session-for-physicians

    Want to work with me directly and have me personally help you through mentoring and coaching to achieve more success in your career and more fulfillment and balance in your life?


    Book a call here and let's chat 👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call


    Free Productivity Tool: 5-Steps to increase your productivity and decrease distractions.

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    23 mins
  • 81. Weekly Planning for Academic Physicians: How to Actually Get Things Done (Without Burnout)
    Aug 6 2025

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    Do you ever start the week with good intentions, only to look up on Friday and realize… nothing truly moved forward?

    You're not alone — and it’s not a discipline problem. It’s a system problem.

    In this episode, I walk you through the exact weekly planning routine I use (and now coach others to use) that helps academic physicians finally make consistent progress — without burning out or overbooking their lives.

    ⚡ Whether you're trying to finish a grant, get your manuscript submitted, or just stop putting out fires all day — this episode will give you a simple and powerful framework to plan your week with purpose, margin, and actual momentum.

    You'll learn:

    • The weekly reset routine I use every Sunday (yes, with my paper planner!)
    • How to reverse-engineer your weekly goals from your big-picture vision
    • What to prioritize each day without becoming rigid or overplanned
    • My top tip to avoid letting everyone else’s agenda hijack your calendar
    • How I stay focused when interruptions hit (because they will)
    • Why most people overestimate what they can do in a day — and how to stop

    🎁 Bonus: I created a free PDF guide to help you implement what I teach in this episode:
    The Productivity Blueprint for Academic Physicians
    Grab it here: www.ingahofmann.com/productivityblueprint

    🔥 Ready to stop spinning your wheels and actually get traction?
    If you're done trying to figure this all out on your own and want personal support to reach your goals without sacrificing your sanity, let’s talk.

    Book a free coaching consultation here:
    👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-evaluation-session-podcast

    Want to work with me directly and have me personally help you through mentoring and coaching to achieve more success in your career and more fulfillment and balance in your life?


    Book a call here and let's chat 👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call


    Free Productivity Tool: 5-Steps to increase your productivity and decrease distractions.

    Academic Physician and Scientist Leadership Mentoring FB Community

    Follow me on Facebook

    Follow me on LinkedIn

    Follow me on Instagram

    https://www.ingahofmann.com/ – My Website where you can learn more about me, get free resources, and find out how you can work with me directly to accelerate your academic career and enjoy life.

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    28 mins
  • 80. Mastering Mental Focus in Uncertain Times — 7 Essential Tips for Academic Physicians
    May 22 2025

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    Feeling mentally scattered, overwhelmed by constant change, and struggling to stay productive in your role as an academic physician?

    You're not alone.

    In this episode, I’m diving into the real-world strategies I use—and coach my clients through—to regain focus, protect mental energy, and stay on track when the demands of medicine and life feel nonstop. I’m sharing 7 powerful tips that will help you quiet the noise, reduce distractions, and build habits that actually support your goals.

    We’ll cover everything from social media breaks and removing digital clutter to the power of your environment and setting intentional, realistic goals. You’ll walk away with practical steps you can implement immediately—plus insight into my Physician Success DNA framework to help you lead with clarity and confidence.

    This is your reset button. Let’s get your mind back in the game.

    📞 Need support navigating this season or staying focused on what matters most?
    Book a free 45-minute discovery call with me to explore 1:1 physician and scientist coaching:
    👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-evaluation-session-podcast

    Want to work with me directly and have me personally help you through mentoring and coaching to achieve more success in your career and more fulfillment and balance in your life?


    Book a call here and let's chat 👉 https://calendly.com/ingahofmann/coaching-discovery-call


    Free Productivity Tool: 5-Steps to increase your productivity and decrease distractions.

    Academic Physician and Scientist Leadership Mentoring FB Community

    Follow me on Facebook

    Follow me on LinkedIn

    Follow me on Instagram

    https://www.ingahofmann.com/ – My Website where you can learn more about me, get free resources, and find out how you can work with me directly to accelerate your academic career and enjoy life.

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    31 mins
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