Best Professional Advice #PACPearls

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The WDS Practice Advisory Committee (PAC) shares their best piece of professional advice to help you succeed in every stage of your career.




"If it comes down to your ethics versus a job, choose ethics. You can always find another job.”
- Mark Kaufmann, MD

“There is never a right time to start a practice. There will always be competing interests and commitments, regardless of the stage in life. Things will fall into place with time and effort, if having a practice is what you want. Just go for it.”
- Monica Li, MD, FRCPC, FAAD

“When working toward a goal be highly selective in how you spend your most valuable resource: time. If a task does not require your skill set then delegate it or decide it will not get done at least for now.”
- Molly Hinshaw, MD

“When writing work related emails don't be reactive or quick to hit the send button. If you have any hesitation about how to respond to a situation at work or aren't sure how to word an email correctly save a draft and sleep on it. This can help to avoid miscommunications and make sure that your emails come across professionally.”
- Jeanette Black, MD

“You have more time than you think you have! Make the best decision for you now and realize that you have no idea what twists and turns are ahead.  Work hard, do your best and be open to your future! “
- Pearl Grimes, MD

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