EP190: Dr. Naomi Elton's Blueprint for Navigating Success in Medicine

Career Planning and Wellbeing for Doctors with Dr. Naomi EltonIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Naomi Elton, a systemic therapist and retired consultant psychiatrist, discusses her career journey and the importance of career planning and self-care for doctors. She talks about her new book with co-author Caroline Elton, PhD: 'Career Planning for Doctors: An Evidence-based Guide,' which provides practical exercises and methods inspired by Daniel Kahneman's cognitive decision-making strategies. Dr. Elton emphasizes the value of mentoring, coaching, and addressing emotional labor in career development. She also highlights the differences between therapy, coaching, and mentoring and provides tips for defining career success. The episode concludes with a recommendation for another career advice book, 'A Job to Love.'00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:57 Personal Anecdote: Career Support in the 1980s02:31 The Harsh Culture of Medical Training03:54 Career Planning and Wellbeing04:22 Tips for Effective Career Planning11:33 The Importance of Mentoring and Coaching14:48 Defining Career Success16:30 Final Thoughts and Book Recommendations