Best Inga Hofmann MD Podcasts (2024)

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75. How a Lack of Vision is Holding You Back in Your Career 22:02

1M ago22:02

22:02

Do you ever feel like you are so busy that you never get the time to really sit down and think about what you want for your career and personal life? You are just catching up with the day-to-day activities trying to keep your head above water? Overwhelming often comes from a lack of clarity. Therefore finding clarity by creating time to craft a cle…

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74. Defining Academic Success: What Does Success Mean to You? 18:55

2M ago18:55

18:55

What does success mean to you? Is it the academic title or number of grants and publications? Perhaps how high we can climb on the academic leadership ladder? Or how much money we make? Or perhaps it’s something completely different… In this episode of 'The Academic Revolution,' the host reflects on the nature of academic success. What’s the meanin…

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73. Do You Have What Does It Take to Become a Successful Academic Leader? 24:29

4M ago24:29

24:29

Join us for an eye-opening exploration of leadership in the academic medical field. In this compelling episode, we challenge aspiring leaders to delve deep into their motivations and the essence of true leadership. Beyond titles and positions, leadership is about influence and service. Inga sheds light on the complexities and requirements of leader…

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72. Leading Yourself to Focus on Results for Better Productivity 16:45

4M ago16:45

16:45

This episode of the Academic Revolution podcast, positioned under the theme of leadership identity, tackles the common issue of feeling overwhelmed and stuck due to juggling multiple tasks. Dr. Inga Hofmann sheds light on the transformational strategy of focusing on desired outcomes rather than the tasks themselves to enhance productivity and leade…

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71. Self-Leadership and the Requirement of Self-Discipline in Academic Medicine 13:46

4M ago13:46

13:46

Many of us, academic physicians are eager to lead. But can we lead the most important person, which is ourselves? In this episode of the Academic Revolution Podcast, we discuss the importance of self-leadership and cultivating a lifestyle of self-discipline, as academic physicians. Leadership is influence, regardless of formal titles. Dr. Hofmann h…

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70. How Your Emotions Can Keep You Stuck In Procrastination and Are Damaging To Your Career 19:33

5M ago19:33

19:33

Procrastination is probably the number one reason that is holding academic physicians back. The root cause of procrastination can be multiplefold. One less common reason discussed is our emotional state. In this episode of the Academic Revolution podcast, we will discuss how your emotions can keep you stuck in procrastination and are damaging to yo…

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69. How to Safe Hours Per Month by Handling Your Mail Efficiently 18:06

5M ago18:06

18:06

Are you drowning in a sea of emails and drowning in paper clutter on your desk? If that sounds like your daily struggle, you're not alone. Join me, Dr. Inga Hofmann, in this latest episode of the Academic Revolution podcast, where I share game-changing strategies to rescue you from the chaos. I'll guide you through effective techniques to slash the…

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68. Boosting Email Efficiency: Streamlining Your Response Process (Part 2) 17:41

6M ago17:41

17:41

Let's face it - as academics, our inboxes can sometimes feel like a black hole sucking away precious time when we could be doing something more productive. In this episode, we're tackling the challenges of efficient email responses. From crafting time-saving templates to conquering custom inquiries and mastering meeting scheduling, we've got you co…

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67. Effective Email Management for Busy Physicians (Part 1) 32:28

6M ago32:28

32:28

Do you ever feel you are drowning in your emails? Perhaps you have hundreds or thousands of unread emails and never seem to get on top of it? In this episode of the Academic Revolution Podcast we discuss the importance of effective email management for busy physicians and physician scientists.Dr. Inga Hofmann provides detailed strategies for managi…

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66. Navigating Conference Season (Part 3): Tips for Parents - Balancing Work and Family 32:32

7M ago32:32

32:32

Shall I bring my children, or leave them at home? How to manage conferences when you have young children and are at a critical point in your career? We continue our three-part discussion on preparing for medical conferences. In this episode, we delve into the challenges that parents face when attending these events. Personally, I've grappled with t…

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65. Maximizing Your Conference Experience (Part 2) 21:09

7M ago21:09

21:09

Ready to level up your conference experience? Join me, Inga Hofmann, MD, as I unveil actionable tips and strategies on how to take full advantage of your time at conferences. I'll guide you through the art of setting intentions, staying focused on your goals amidst differing priorities, and capitalizing on networking opportunities for career advanc…

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64. Maximizing Your Academic Conferences: Strategies for Planning, Networking, and Balancing Work-Life 29:58

7M ago29:58

29:58

Want to transform your academic conference experiences? You're at the right place! I'm Inga Hoffman, a Harvard-trained pediatric hematologist, oncologist, and passionate leadership coach, here to invigorate your conference approach with foolproof strategies. This episode is all about making the most of your time at academic conferences. We delve in…

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63. Is Procrastination Hurting Your Career and How to Overcome It 37:10

8M ago37:10

37:10

Overcoming Procrastination: Insight and Solutions for Academic Physicians In this episode of the Academic Revolution podcast, we’ll examine the issue of procrastination, prevalent in the academic medical profession. This episode delves into the reasons why most academic physicians struggle with procrastination and provides ways to overcome it. It e…

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62. Breaking Through Decision Paralysis: Navigating Career Choices in Academic Medicine 32:48

8M ago32:48

32:48

Physicians, have you ever felt stuck in decision paralysis, particularly when navigating job opportunities or career choices? Join me on the Academic Revolution Podcast as we explore breaking through decision paralysis in academic medical careers. In this episode, I'll share personal experiences and insights, discussing the impact of overthinking a…

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61. The Power of Letting Go: How to Focus on What You Can Control 16:31

8M ago16:31

16:31

In this captivating episode, we delve deep into the fundamental truth that trying to control the uncontrollable can be detrimental to both your professional career and personal happiness. Join us as we explore the common pitfalls many of us encounter when we grasp onto circumstances beyond our control or attempt to manipulate situations in which we…

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60. How You Can Use a Simple Mind Trick To Overcome Procrastination 16:14

8M ago16:14

16:14

Ever been stuck with a task you know you need to do but can't get started? Perhaps you finally carved out some time to get that grant or manuscript written but you feel stuck and staring at the blinking cursor. Well, I stumbled upon a nifty trick that can really help you out. I'm excited to share it with you in today's episode, so tune into today's…

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59. Unlock Your Academic Success: Conquer Time Wasters and Reclaim Your Productivity 15:57

9M ago15:57

15:57

Do you ever feel like your days slip away and you're left wondering what you've actually achieved? As a busy physician, it's all too easy to get caught up in time-wasting activities that hinder your academic career. But fear not! In this captivating episode, we'll reveal the secrets to becoming the master of your own time. Join us as we explore a r…

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58. What Makes a Great Academic Physician Leader 14:01

9M ago14:01

14:01

In this enlightening episode, we delve deep into the essential traits that define a remarkable academic physician leader. Join us as we uncover the three pivotal qualities that not only distinguish outstanding leaders but also inspire others to follow in their footsteps. Discover the power of these qualities, and embark on a journey of self-improve…

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57. Your Level of Coachability Directly Impacts Your Level Of Academic and Personal Success 17:56

9M ago17:56

17:56

In this episode, we delve into the transformative ideas of coachability and teachability, rooted in a fundamental principle: "Successful individuals continually recognize the depth of their learning journey, even when they're regarded as experts. Those striving for recognition as experts often underestimate how much they have yet to learn." We delv…

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56. Keeping The Main Thing The Main Thing: How To Achieve Academic Productivity and Personal Success 26:27

9M ago26:27

26:27

The main reason why academic physicians struggle is that there are a ton of things to do and it is a challenge to prioritize them all. In today's episode, you’ll receive a 3 Step framework to help you keep your eyes on the price and keep the main thing the main thing. We will discuss: How to identify your main thing, your focus point How to overcom…

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55. Mastering Focus: Practical Solutions for Physical Distractions 30:52

10M ago30:52

30:52

In today's episode, we're continuing our conversation on productivity and focus. We'll explore practical strategies to help you manage interruptions and distractions, set appropriate boundaries, and avoid some distractions altogether. No matter where you are on your academic career journey these tips will help you stay on track with your goals. We’…

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54. Mastering the Art of Avoiding Distractions 25:11

10M ago25:11

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In today's episode, we're diving deep into the world of productivity and focus. We'll explore practical strategies to help you avoid distractions and stay on track with your goals. We’ll discuss the source of distractions, what problems they cause the difference between physical and mental distractions, and how to avoid and overcome them, especiall…

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53. How To Journal Effectively Even If You Are a Busy Academic Physician With Limited Time 36:48

10M ago36:48

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Journaling is a powerful tool that offers a multitude of benefits for personal growth, self-reflection, and enhancing productivity. Journaling can provide helpful insights to help you achieve academic success and personal fulfillment. In Part 2 of Effective Journaling, we dive into practical strategies for busy academic physicians to embrace journa…

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52. How Journaling Unlocks Your Academic Potential 25:19

11M ago25:19

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🔥 Are you ready to harness the transformative power of journaling in your academic journey? 🎙️ In this episode we embark on an exploration of how journaling can ignite both personal and academic growth. 🧪📝 Part 1 of our series delves into the "Why" behind journaling. Dive into the world of learning through self-discovery, where journaling serves as…

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51. Leadership Lessons I Learned From 3 Day My Juice Fast 22:40

11M ago22:40

22:40

Join us in this insightful episode as we delve into my recent 3-day juice fast detox journey, where I reset my diet and health. But this wasn't just about cleansing my body; it also brought to light 4 remarkable leadership and mindset lessons that are applicable to overcoming obstacles in both life and academia. In this episode, we explore the powe…

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50. Taking Care of Yourself To Take Care of Others 14:25

11M ago14:25

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Lunch at 3 pm. No bathroom break? As an academic physician, you are all too familiar with pushing yourself to the limit but at what cost? Taking care of ourselves has taken a backseat in our training and our entire career. We are programmed “patients first”, and “Work first” until we break. In this episode, I’ll reflections and practical tips on th…

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Leadership Is Serving Others 17:03

12M ago17:03

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Leadership is all about adding value to others. But what does that really mean specifically? In this episode, I’ll share 4 specific ways you can make yourself highly valuable to any academic institution. This episode is straight from Pillar #2 – Leadership of my Physician Sucess DNA Method. It’s full of practical tips you can implement immediately.…

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48. Your Stress-Free Path to Academic Promotion 29:05

12M ago29:05

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Have you ever struggled to get ready for promotion? You are due to go up for academic promotion soon and there is so much to do it makes your head spin. In this episode, you’ll learn key steps to plan your promotion stress-free ahead of time This episode is from Pillar #1 – Performance Habits of my Physician Sucess DNA Method. It’s full of practica…

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47. Get Your CV Promotion Ready 16:00

1y ago16:00

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In this episode, you’ll discover how to get your CV promotion ready and keep it updated so it’s always ready to go. This episode is straight from Pillar #1 – Performance Habits of my Physician Sucess DNA Method. It’s full of practical tips you can implement immediately to get your CV in shape for promotion. I’ll share 6 specific action steps and a …

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46. Jealousy and Envy in Academic Medicine 28:25

1y ago28:25

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Have you ever gotten envious or jealous of someone? Perhaps a colleague accomplished an academic milestone, or a specific goal, or got promoted before you and you felt jealous about it? Caution this episode might trigger you. That is good 🙂. Triggers make us think and explore areas where we need to grow. In this episode, you’ll discover how emotion…

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Are You Playing to Win or Failing by Inaction? 20:39

1y ago20:39

20:39

A colleague that got their grant rejected might be more committed to their academic success than the person who is procrastinating on their grant writing Not getting funded or having a manuscript rejected is never fun. Never! But lingering on it will compromise your career advancement. Not only that it will block you from fulfilling your dreams and…

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Anniversary Episode- Transforming Academic Medicine - Can it be fixed? Or is the system beyond repai 25:17

1y ago25:17

25:17

Happy First Birthday to the Academic Revolution Podcast! A year into the podcast I’m reflecting on how to fix academic medicine. Can it be fixed? Is it beyond broken? Many people have come to realize that nobody is coming to save us. The institution doesn’t love you back. That begs the question: What can we do today to start to transform academic m…

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43. Momentum is Your Best Friend 19:09

1y ago19:09

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The biggest obstacle most academic physicians face is the loss of momentum. Momentum is a leader's best friend. Having momentum on your side will also massively increase your productivity. In this episode, we’ll discuss the 2 ways how physicians lose momentum and how to get it back. You’ll discover the 5 key benefits to get momentum on your side. G…

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42. How Your Leadership Lid is Keeping You Stuck in Your Leadership 18:03

1y ago18:03

18:03

Have you ever felt stuck in your leadership advancement? You are not progressing at the rate you would like? Perhaps you are not advancing as a leader? If you answered yes to any of these questions there is a good chance you are having a lid on your leadership. In this episode, we’ll discuss what a leadership lid is, how it relates to your leadersh…

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41. How to Run Effective Meetings - Give Next Steps and Get Things Done (Part 4) 10:43

1y ago10:43

10:43

Have you ever left a meeting feeling frustrated and overwhelmed, wondering how you're going to tackle all the action items on your to-do list? Or worse, have you been the only one left holding the bag, while others seem to be off the hook? We've all been there, and it's not a great feeling. But no worries, because, in the final episode of this seri…

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40. How to Run Effective Meetings - Keeping the Meeting on Track (Part 3) 20:54

1y ago20:54

20:54

Have you ever been in a meeting that felt like a battle royale? Where one person dominates the conversation, while another sits silently in the corner? It's an all-too-common scenario that can leave everyone feeling frustrated, drained, and wondering how to get anything done. But fear not, because, in this episode, we're going to explore the art of…

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39. How to Run Effective Meetings - Setting the Right Expectations (Part 2) 20:47

1y ago20:47

20:47

Have you ever been in a meeting with a bunch of circular discussions that led nowhere? No action was taken. No changes were made. Everyone left and we continue to do business as usual. Painful isn’t it? What a waste of everyone’s time. The root cause of this is very simple. Lack of expectations. People don’t know why they are invited. There are no …

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38. How to Run Effective Meetings That Drive Results (Part 1 - It’s all in the preparation) 21:28

1+ y ago21:28

21:28

Have you ever sat in a meeting that could have been an email? You and everyone else wasted an hour of time and got nothing done? Sadly this is a common occurrence in medical organizations and academic medical centers. According to some studies people waste about 10 hours per week in useless meetings. That is 5 days per month and 2 months per year o…

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37. Fear Drives Behavior and Your Results! 22:40

1+ y ago22:40

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Have you ever asked yourself what determines your results? It’s your decisions, your actions, and your behaviors. But what drives those decisions and behaviors? The answer might shock you. It’s FEAR! Fear drives our decisions and behavior and has a direct impact on our careers, relationships, and personal success and fulfillment. We take a look at …

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36. Know Your Value(s) 18:32

1+ y ago18:32

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Do You know Your Value (s)? In this episode, you’ll discover the key difference and how it applies to the success of your academic career and life! This topic is straight from Pillar #2 Leadership Identify from my Physician Success DNA Method. A lot of people talk about knowing your value these days. If you truly know your value and can communicate…

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35. How to Avoid Clinical Activities on Admin and Research Days 27:05

1+ y ago27:05

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Struggling with competing commitments is a common problem for academic physicians. Many times clinical duties and tasks seem to take over our entire week. So how to fix that? Let me ask you a question first. Have you ever considered what lack of boundaries around your research and administrative time is actually costing you? You and I know that doi…

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34. What Determines Your Level of Success 24:41

1+ y ago24:41

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What determines your level of success in academic medicine? What does success look like in your professional and personal life? Most of us determine our level of success by traditional academic achievements—the number of grants, publications, and presentations at meetings. Publish or perish, right? Are these external factors REALLY the factors that…

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33. Discover What Your Next Grant Will Require Of You (Part 3) 16:51

1+ y ago16:51

16:51

Over the last 2 episodes, we talked a lot about practical strategies and habits that can help you crush your academic writing projects. But the truth is despite all the tips and strategies most of us still struggle to “just do it” and get it done. In this episode, I’ll share what your next grant and or manuscript will require of you to be successfu…

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32. 4 Steps To Create Winning Writing Habits (Part 2) 22:11

1+ y ago22:11

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Creating habits around your academic career goals is a superior way to move manuscripts and projects forward. Habits have the power to massively increase your productivity and decrease your stress level. Most academic physicians get stuck with writing because they are just not in the habit of doing it. That leaves most people “trying to find time” …

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31. 3 Secret Strategies to Overcome Writers Block and Get Your Manuscripts and Grants Written on Time (Part 1) 19:14

1+ y ago19:14

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We all know that writing is a key component of academic success. We need to write grants and papers. Yet for many academic physicians, this does not come naturally and sometimes even causes anxiety and procrastination. “Writer's block” gets in the way of getting your research published and diminishes your impact. The good news is that there are som…

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30. What Getting Fired By a Patient Has Taught Me 22:02

1+ y ago22:02

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Have you ever been fired by a patient? I have. It wasn’t pleasant but it taught me valuable lessons over the years. If you have been in medicine for any length of time, you probably have gotten “fired” by a patient at some point or another. It’s usually a question of if or when not if. And let me just say this right away: It’s not personal. In this…

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29. Be The Healer You Wish For Yourself - 3 Things I Learned From a Difficult Experience as a Patient 23:58

1+ y ago23:58

23:58

If you are a physician, you probably have also been a patient at some point in your life. Perhaps you had a good patient experience. Great! But what do you do when your experience as a patient was painful on a physical or emotional level? Maybe the experience gave you some insight, taught you some lessons, or made you a better physician. For some o…

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28. The Academic Revolution Live - Day 3 56:10

1+ y ago56:10

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Twice a year I host a free 3-day live training series to help physicians and scientists in academic medicine just like you to create a successful academic career without sacrificing your personal life. In this episode, I'm sharing the full recording of the third day to give you an idea of what you can expect from registering for the training. You c…

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27. The Academic Revolution Live - Day 2 50:56

1+ y ago50:56

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Twice a year I host a free 3-day live training series to help physicians and scientists in academic medicine just like you to create a successful academic career without sacrificing your personal life. In this episode, I'm sharing the full recording of the second day to give you an idea of what you can expect from registering for the training. You …

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26. The Academic Revolution Live - Day 1 57:30

1+ y ago57:30

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Twice a year I host a free 3-day live training series to help physicians and scientists in academic medicine just like you to create a successful academic career without sacrificing your personal life. In this episode, I'm sharing the full recording of the first day to give you an idea of what you can expect from registering for the training. You c…

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