Academic Woman Amplified

Earning tenure is often treated as the finish line of an academic career—but what if it’s actually the start of a whole new set of challenges? This episode is part of our Mid-Career Series, where I discuss what life really looks like post-tenure.  Too often, scholars expect tenure to mean lighter workloads, more freedom, and clearer direction. In reality, many find themselves juggling even more demands with fewer guideposts for what comes next.  I unpack five common myths about the post-tenure career stage and reveal what’s really waiting on the other side of promotion. You’ll hear why tenure can feel both more demanding and more liberating, and how to approach this stage of your career with clarity and purpose. If you’re post-tenure or preparing for it, don’t miss this myth-busting conversation. Listen now for a fresh perspective on shaping your next chapter in academia. For full show notes visit scholarsvoice.org/podcast.   We're receiving applications for our next cohort of Navigate: Your Writing Roadmap®.