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EPISODE · Jan 7, 2026 · 10 MIN

Post-Training Career Paths: The Devil is in the Details

from A Good Problem to Have · host Tyler Olson

In this episode, I talk through the reality of choosing a post-training career path and why the decision between academics and private practice is rarely as simple as it sounds. There are meaningful pros and cons on both sides, and the real story lives in the details of contracts, culture, expectations, and incentives.You’ll hear about:Why academics and private practice each cover a wide range of real-world experiencesHow financial structure, partnership terms, and equity risk show up in private practiceWhat to watch for around research time, call responsibilities, and compensation in academicsThe goal is not to tell you which path is better. The goal is to help you understand what you are walking into so you can choose the environment that aligns with your values, your priorities, and the kind of work life you want to build.

In this episode, I talk through the reality of choosing a post-training career path and why the decision between academics and private practice is rarely as simple as it sounds. There are meaningful pros and cons on both sides, and the real story lives in the details of contracts, culture, expectations, and incentives.You’ll hear about:Why academics and private practice each cover a wide range of real-world experiencesHow financial structure, partnership terms, and equity risk show up in private practiceWhat to watch for around research time, call responsibilities, and compensation in academicsThe goal is not to tell you which path is better. The goal is to help you understand what you are walking into so you can choose the environment that aligns with your values, your priorities, and the kind of work life you want to build.

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