7 PITSTOP Tips by Dr Elaine

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Thriving in constant change.

Specially for scientists & engineers.

Your 7 PITSTOP

Tips

inspired by...

The thrill and challenge of

working in our knowledge engine

One thing constant in the life of a scientist

or engineer is ...

CHANGE

Working in our knowledge engine requires curiosity, adaptability and a drive

to keep evolving.

New knowledgeVarious roles

Multiple projectsMultiple

disciplines

...may be a fact of life for scientists and

engineers but...

CHANGE

... it can still take it’s toll.Reducing our ability to

keep pace.Skewing

perspectiveStifling

creativitySapping energy

To maintain the pace and keep thriving amidst change,

here are 7 top tips.

It’s time for a...

PITSTOP

If people sap your energy, take a

break from them.E EF F

PEOPLEIf people

boost your energy

make time to talk to others.

Independence is important but...

INDEPENDENCE

...support & input from others gives a healthy perspective on change.

HONESTY

TRUTHBe honest with yourself. It’s OK to take a break.Constant change can be thrilling and tiring!

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SPACEHave a change of scene as often as

you can.Fresh space brings fresh

perspective.

TIME

Have a sanity check.How much time

do you really have to meet

your deadlines?

Change is

constant

across all

sectors.

OUTSIDE

What are scientists & engineers doing in other

industries?Looking beyond our bubble fuels creativity.

STOP! Switch off the mobile device. Take a

walk. Do something fun & unrelated to

work. Recharge

those batteries.

PAUSE

brought to you by...

Dr Elaine HickmottGo-to learning & development gal

Supporting scientists & engineers

Elaine on Twitter Blog Website