In Part 2 of our conversation, Susan Dray continues to share deep insights about the importance of self-awareness and authenticity, empathy and listening with heart, and dealing with professional discomfort and personal adversity. She discusses her mentoring style, centred around being empathetic and supportive. And she talks about the importance of service and community, as well as the current challenges faced by early career researchers.
Susan also shares deeply personal challenges and losses, and the accompanying emotional journey of accepting and learning from setbacks, the value of honouring people's experiences, and the importance of collaborative support. She reminds us, paraphrased here, that few people understand how special they are, and that what really matters is who you are. Because this is going to mean that what you do is important and makes a difference. Susan has certainly made a difference.
Overview:
00:29 Introduction to Part Two with Susan Dray
02:18 Navigating Discomfort and Deep Learning
05:47 Mentoring and Community Support
08:51 HCI in Africa and Global Recognition
13:28 Supporting Early Career Researchers
19:12 Mentoring and the Joy of Service
22:11 Reflections on Mentoring and Authenticity
26:08 Evolving Roles, Willingness to be a Beginner
29:40 Postscript - Personal Reflections and Adversities
30:55 Lessons from Sailing
32:21 Coping with Loss and Finding Positivity
35:08 Final Reflections on Life and Legacy
36:50 Wrap up
38:27 End
Related Links:
Susan Dray's webpage and LinkedIn profile
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