This panel addresses the negative emotions and concerns that newer (and sometimes experienced) professors face: Am I good enough? Did I make a mistake in class? Did I make a mistake with my colleagues? Did I damage my career? What will people who matter think of me? The panelists will discuss how to navigate the less-than-perfect trajectories common in law professor careers and how to reach a place of confidence and success in the academy. In addition, they will address how transparency regarding vulnerability and failure can serve as assets in connecting with students. Their contributions draw on personal experience, neuroscience, and perspectives from the dean's suite.
