Academics and Their Money
Ever feel like you’ve got a PhD in your field but only a 101-level understanding of your finances? Welcome to Academics and Their Money, the podcast where we make money talk as smart—and as entertaining—as you are. Because let’s be honest: knowledge is powerful, but a well-earned paycheck doesn’t hurt either. Whether you’re a fresh PhD navigating that first real paycheck, a tenured professor pondering what’s next, or a former academic with some ‘unique’ insights—this show dives into making your intellect work for you, tackling the financial quirks of academic life, and uncovering the untold money stories behind the ivory tower.
If you’re a fan of Planet Money, Freakonomics Radio, or HerMoney with Jean Chatzky, you’ll feel right at home here. But fair warning: this isn’t another boring money podcast. We keep it real, relatable, and just a bit irreverent to make finance feel fresh. Let’s get smarter about money—and wealthier—together!
Academics and Their Money
Academia as a Business: Side Hustles, Strategy, and Salary with Ramon Goings
“Get the Bag, Not Just the Title” — Ramon Goings
What would you do differently if you could start your academic career over? Ramon Goings has a few answers—and he’s not holding back. In this episode, we chat with the founder of Done Dissertation about the biggest financial lessons he’s learned as a professor, business owner, and scholar.
Ramon explains why your first academic job offer sets the tone for your financial future, and why prestige should come after pay. He shares how he leveraged grant structures, salary negotiations and outsourcing to build long-term wealth.
Other gems: what early-career faculty often overlook in contracts and why universities need to rethink how they pay their staff—if they want anyone to stay.
Plus, if you're working on your dissertation, Ramon has a free writing training that might just change your life.
- Free training: thedondissertation.com/elevate
- Text “#elevate” to 301-701-2466
- YouTube: Goings on the Record
Connect with Done Dissertation
Website: www.thedonedissertation.com
Email: contact@thedonedissertation.com
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/donedissertation
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