“Everybody needs somebody.” Humans are social beings whose existence thrives on connection and interaction with others. We are constantly reminded of the importance of building connections with people of whom we can learn and laugh. However, in life, we are often faced with circumstances that require us to navigate certain journeys alone. Despite the moments of solitude and self-discovery that come with individual experiences, the essence of human connection remains a fundamental aspect of our well-being.
Maintaining connections with our old friends refreshes our joy, nourishes our souls, enriches our lives, and brings us happiness and fulfillment. Whether it's sharing laughter over old memories or seeking advice during tough times, having a network of people we trust and care about can make all the difference. When we share our lives with others, we create a network of support that uplifts us during challenging times and celebrates our successes. Thus, the warmth of human connection us that we are never truly alone.
In this solo episode, I will share with you the importance of building and maintaining relationships both in your career and personal life. Recently, I had the opportunity to reunite with old college friends after many years, which refreshes our bonds and reminds us of the significance of lifelong connections. I am also excited to announce and invite you to our seminar entitled “The Home Stretch” with an aim to empower physicians, especially those transitioning from training to their careers.
"We're not supposed to be isolated; we're not supposed to do life on an island." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
Topics Covered:
(00:00:33) A change of plan
(00:01:20) A visit to reconnect
(00:02:18) Importance of reconnecting with community
(00:03:24) Built for relationships
(00:04:41) The upcoming seminar in mid-May
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(00:06:08) Mentorship and Coaching
(00:08:16) The Home Stretch: From training to career
(00:09:39) Invitation to attend the seminar
Key Takeaways:
"It was always great to be able to support a friend in need and that's why we were all able to get together." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
"Friendship and community are about being able to uplift and support each other." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
"I've been coached and now I guess officially I will be a coach." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
"Data shows that over 50% of physicians will change jobs within the first five years of their career and many of those will change jobs within the first one or two years, I fall in that number." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
"It's important to be well-educated about not only choosing the right job but being able to negotiate contracts." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
"Growth and acceptance are important, being able to accept new opportunities even when they're not perfect." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess:
Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHGDu1zT4K_X6PnYELu8weg
Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com
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