Category Archives: Competency Development

Knee Deep in Statistics!

Posted on October 13, 2012 by alexk

I have been working very diligently in my new favourite coffee shop for about 5 hours. I have been very focused on statistical analysis of my data and  I am really enjoy this phase of research.   I still need to validate some of the … Continue reading →

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Optimizing Resources

Posted on July 28, 2012 by alexk

I am at the library and feeling quite zonked.  Once again, I think I have overestimated my capacity to be productive!  There has been a fair bit of travel of late, for research, personal and work reasons.  First Henley, and … Continue reading →

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Time Very Well Spent

Posted on July 14, 2012 by alexk

Yesterday evening I returned from a 6 day trip to Henley.  The focus of my trip was to participate in a colloquium, but I also had several meetings with other researchers and professors.  Overall, it was an amazing visit!!  My … Continue reading →

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Developing Persuasiveness

Posted on April 3, 2011 by alexk

Not sure if I mentioned this before but one of my development goals for my doctorate is to improve my ability to persuade.  This is essential not only for writing papers, but also for presenting at research colloquiums and to … Continue reading →

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One Down, Two To Go

Posted on January 30, 2011 by alexk

I have just completed my Competence Development Plan assignment which is good.  That said, I am feeling a bit glum because I also just completed a high level plan for the next two assignments and realize how much work is … Continue reading →

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Let the Culling Begin

Posted on January 23, 2011 by alexk

Well I am about to depart from the library and am generally pleased with my progress today. I started the day off with a tasty and relaxing brunch and conversation with a friend.  I have spent the past 6 hours … Continue reading →

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Leveraging Novice Analytical Skills to Make Solid Progress

Posted on January 15, 2011 by alexk

I have just completed a very solid draft of my Competency Development Plan and I feel terrific.  I started the day with a really nice breakfast with a very good friend of mine and decided to opt out of heading … Continue reading →

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Getting Back in Gear

Posted on January 9, 2011 by alexk

Well it was a slow start to the day, but a very productive 5 hours at the library.  I have created a very rough first draft of my next assignment, a Competence Development Plan, and some next steps that I … Continue reading →

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