We talk to DaNa Carlis about finding the degree that best suits you, developing a mentoring network as an early-career scientist, and remembering to set aside time to talk with scientists one-on-one as a leader in the weather, water, and climate sciences.Episode transcript (https://www.ametsoc.org/index.cfm/ams/education-careers/careers/career-guides-tools/all-about-careers-in-meteorology/clear-skies-ahead-podcast/clear-skies-ahead-dana-carlis-transcript/)Hosted by Emma Collins and Kelly SavoieEdited by Johnny LeTheme music composed and performed by Steve SavoieVisit AMS Career Resources on the web! (https://www.ametsoc.org/index.cfm/ams/education-careers/careers/)Contact us at [email protected] with any feedback or if you'd like to become a future guest.Copyright © 2023 American Meteorological Society