You’ve sent the cold email. You’ve found a mentor. They said yes—now what?

In this episode of Route to Research, I break down how to make the most of your very first research opportunity by:

Asking the right questions in your first mentor meeting

Setting small, realistic goals that actually move your project forward

Understanding the bigger picture behind your work

Tracking progress without burning out

Later, I’m joined by Varshini Kakarla, a psychology researcher and current Master’s student at Mercer University, who shares how she approached her early projects, balanced research with clinical work, and learned to set meaningful goals along the way.

Whether you’re just starting out or already working on a project, this episode will give you practical tools to stay organized, motivated, and confident in your research journey.

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