66. Navigating Conference Season (Part 3): Tips for Parents - Balancing Work and Family

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Shall I bring my children, or leave them at home? How to manage conferences when you have young children and are at a critical point in your career?
We continue our three-part discussion on preparing for medical conferences. In this episode, we delve into the challenges that parents face when attending these events. Personally, I've grappled with the guilt of leaving my children at home, the mental strain of juggling family responsibilities alongside conference commitments, and the crucial task of aligning personal and career seasons, values, and priorities before deciding to participate in a conference. Throughout this episode, I'll be sharing my personal experiences through anecdotes to illustrate these points and offer practical advice.
We'll explore choices for bringing children along and scheduling conferences around family needs. The key message is this: once a decision is made, it's essential to focus on getting the most out of the choice made.
00:00 Introduction to Our Dilemma of Attending Conferences as Parents
02:17 The Struggles of Attending Conferences as Parents
03:51 The Importance of Mental Mastery in Our Conference Preparation
04:38 Practical Tips and Personal Stories for Our Conference Attendance
06:00 Understanding Our Season of Life and Career Stage
11:05 Knowing Our Values and Priorities
14:02 Making the Most of Our Decision
16:25 Practical Tips for Attending Conferences as Parents
21:49 Dealing with Breastfeeding and Childcare During Conferences
24:58 Deciding Whether to Bring Our Children to Conferences
30:03 Conclusion and Invitation to Professional Coaching
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פרקים

1. Conference Prep for Parent Attendees (00:00:00)

2. Attending Conferences as Dual Physician Household (00:04:57)

3. Making the Most of a Meeting (00:14:02)

4. Balancing Parenting and Professional Obligations (00:22:21)

5. Coaching vs. Mentorship (00:30:29)