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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · 20d

Leadership skills are similar to research skills - we aren’t born knowing the best approaches but we can learn.

And just like learning how to be a researcher, growing as a leader involves making mistakes, listening to feedback, and improving over time.

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Tom Grunshaw 🏏🔶🧪 @tomgrunshaw.bsky.social · 22d

Discovered on #ChemSky on Wednesday
Discussed with manager on Thursday
Purchased Friday
In the Library on Tuesday

Going to be a very useful resource, thanks @jenheemstra.bsky.social!

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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · 29d

I hope you enjoy reading and best wishes on the job search!

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Michelle Brann @michellebrann.bsky.social · 29d

Huge thank you to @rescorp.org and @jenheemstra.bsky.social for the signed copy of Labwork to Leadership! Perfect timing as I head into the chemistry faculty job market this year. 👀 #chemsky

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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · 29d

Making mistakes and failing are inevitable, especially in research. However, how you approach failing can impact your ultimate success.

My latest blog post shares how becoming a professional ‘fail-er’ can prevent you from ‘fail-ure’
www.jenheemstra.com/resources/be...

Mindset: Becoming a professional ‘fail-er’ can prevent you from ‘fail-ure’

Making mistakes and failing are inevitable, especially in research. However, how you approach failing can impact your ultimate success.

www.jenheemstra.com

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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · Sep 4

As leaders, we often think about what we need to do each day.

Just as important is to think about who we want to *be* each day.

How we spend our time is important, but what we value and how we treat others is critical to achieving our desired outcomes for ourselves and those around us.

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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · Sep 3

I’m glad it continues to be relatable even at this point in your career!

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Hortense Le Ferrand @hortenselef.bsky.social · Sep 3

Wish I had read this book 7 years ago! Luckily, I could still find useful insights to apply tomorrow :) ‪thanks @jenheemstra.bsky.social‬

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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · Sep 3

Thank you for reading!! I know how precious those moments of quiet are when your child is young!

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Nafisa Jadavji, PhD, FAHA @nafisajadavji.bsky.social · Sep 2

Traveling sans toddler so devouring this book! Thanks @jenheemstra.bsky.social for sharing your wisdom #Academicsky

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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · Sep 2

The new academic year means new goals, and if you're leading a research group (or yourself!) then some of those goals may be leadership goals.

To celebrate a new year and new goals, @harvardpress.bsky.social is giving 20% off #LabworkToLeadership through Sept.
www.hup.harvard.edu/books/978067...

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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · Aug 29

New (academic) year, new goals! And one of the personal goals is to get back to training on the MoonBoard. Feels good to be back! #ChemistsWhoClimb

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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · Aug 28

Excited to hear what you think @stefanierobel.bsky.social!

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Stefanie Robel @stefanierobel.bsky.social · Aug 27

Got my Labwork to Leadership book by @jenheemstra.bsky.social today! Can’t wait to dive in #researchteams #researchleadership #PIs

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Organic Division of the ACS @organicdivision.org · Aug 18

The real magic of organic chemistry? The people who do it. Thanks to Professsor Malika Jeffries-EL (@chemdiva.bsky.social ) for sharing her story with us. We look forward to reading and watching yours. Please use #AmplifyOrganic

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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · Aug 26

I often feel busy or overwhelmed and don't have the time I want for the things that bring me joy. Can you relate?

My latest blog post dives into the question we *often* ask when making decisions about our time and the question we *should* be asking instead.
www.jenheemstra.com/resources/wh...

Jen Heemstra

www.jenheemstra.com

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Science Magazine @science.org · Aug 19

In the new book Labwork to Leadership, chemist Jen Heemstra offers actionable leadership advice to principal investigators.

Read the #ScienceBooks Review: https://scim.ag/4mljVr1

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Dr. Arnaldo Díaz @ajdiazphd.bsky.social · Aug 21

Agreed! As we advance in our careers, the paths become more complex, and the need for guidance grows.

✅ Investing in mentorship relationships can bring transformative rewards to both your personal growth and professional development.

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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · Aug 19

We all need mentors, and the further we go in our careers, the more mentors we need.

Whether it’s dealing with increasingly complex career situations, considering a career transition, or coping with a career ending, mentors can be an essential source of wisdom and support.

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Chemjobber @chemjobber.bsky.social · Aug 20

ACS Council approves the petition to establish the Committee on the Advancement of LGBTQ+ Chemists, 86% to 14%.

#chemsky 🧪⚗️ #acsfall2025

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JoAnn Trejo @joann-trejo.bsky.social · Aug 20

Here you go..." Why strong mentorship was essential for my career success in science" JoAnn Trejo has turned mentoring into an evidence-based science, driven by her own exposure to inspiring mentors. www.nature.com/articles/d41...

Why strong mentorship was essential for my career success in science

JoAnn Trejo has turned mentoring into an evidence-based science, driven by her own exposure to inspiring mentors.

www.nature.com

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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · Aug 19

We all need mentors, and the further we go in our careers, the more mentors we need.

Whether it’s dealing with increasingly complex career situations, considering a career transition, or coping with a career ending, mentors can be an essential source of wisdom and support.

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ACS BIOL: Division of Biochemistry and Chemical Biology @acsbiol.bsky.social · Aug 19

Stop by Oshini Dharmajeewa’s poster (#708) titled “Re-engineering current therapeutics with a methyl pyridinium in the treatment of glioma” from 12-2 PM Wednesday in Convention Center Hall C!

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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · Aug 19

Thank you!! I’m so glad you are enjoying the book!

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Bree Bohannon @breembohannon.bsky.social · Aug 18

Amazing book by @jenheemstra.bsky.social - an absolute must read covering topics from managing ourselves as well as managing others to do excellent research.

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Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra.bsky.social · Aug 17

Sending hugs to you @drdorea.bsky.social!! You are such a star and I miss getting to work with you!

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