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Ask Dr. AJ - How to build diversity in Quantum Computing
Quantum computing can start improving diversity from the start with some intention - educating non-traditional employees about the field and best inclusive leadership and HR practices will help
AJ Lauer
Jun 113 min read


Ask Dr. AJ: On Psychological Safety in STEM and How to Talk to your Imposter Monster
Q: I keep hearing people say we need to work toward “psychological safety” at work. What does that actually mean and look like? Dr. Amy Edmondson, foremost expert on psych safety says this: “Leaders must prioritize a culture of learning and innovation for team members to be comfortable speaking up, taking risks, and sharing information. This does not happen by default. It emerges with effort and curiosity and care. When achieved, the result is a more creative, innovative, and
AJ Lauer
May 12 min read


Ask Dr. AJ: Departmental Financial Uncertainty & Workplace Bullying
Dr. AJ Lauer's advice on handling deparmental financial uncertainty, and a situation of workplace bullying disguised as forceful "mentoring"
AJ Lauer
Feb 273 min read


Introducing Ask Dr. AJ: A Leadership & Organizational Advice Column for STEM Professionals
Submit leadership, career development, or organizational questions you'd like answered via this Google form! I'll post it here too, but if you want to make sure to see it, make sure to join my email list.
AJ Lauer
Jan 271 min read


3 Preparation Tips to Maximize Scientific Conference Season: Networking, Sponsorship, and Self-Care
In addition to making last-minute updates to your talk 👀 Dr. Lauer's phone lock screen, with a blue LI QR code and coral email list...
AJ Lauer
Sep 23, 20252 min read
Imposter Syndrome or Systemic Oppression? Why the Answer is Both—And What Leaders Must Do About It
We need to keep talking about the imposter phenomenon AND systems of oppression. The two are intimately connected.
AJ Lauer
Sep 2, 20252 min read
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