Balancing a Professional Life Outside Academic Publishing

description

Many in the university press world balance a professional life outside their publishing job. Freelance work can help deepen and expand existing skills such as copyediting or developmental editing, and other creative projects or educational commitments can build your resume or open new career paths. But how do you get started? What are the potential benefits and drawbacks to investing in commitments beyond your day job? The panelists---who represent multiple departments and career stages---will discuss how to manage capacity and burnout, the role of professional networks, how to nurture creativity, and how to prioritize and advocate for your needs. By sharing their experiences and advice, panelists will help early and mid-career professionals consider how to balance the responsibilities of a day job with their other meaningful pursuits.