From Government Grants to Guiding Researchers: Dr. Julia Barzyk's Career Shift

Send us a textWhat happens when a federal program manager leaves government service and turns her insider knowledge into a business that helps others thrive?In this episode of Your Next Success, Dr. Julia Barzyk shares her transition from managing a $6M+ geoscience and engineering research portfolio at the U.S. Army Research Office to founding Wise Investigator—a strategic coaching practice for university researchers seeking funding.You’ll hear about:The moment Julia realized it was time to make a changeThe behind-the-scenes realities of federal research fundingWhat most scientists misunderstand about proposal strategyHow she built a business around a gap she saw in academiaHow career transitions affect identity—and what helped her find peace with leaving a prestigious roleHer perspective on authentic success now, as a business owner and mentorJulia’s story is a powerful example of how technical expertise, when paired with vision and empathy, can be reshaped into something deeply fulfilling—and wildly impactful.Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-barzyk/https://www.youtube.com/@wiseinvestigatorhttps://wiseinvestigator.beehiiv.com/Support the showSubscribe to Your Next Success so you never miss an episode. Watch full video episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextSuccessMethod/ Learn more about Next Success www.nextsuccesscareers.com

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