What to do when you can't find funding

What do you do when you can't secure funding for your project? It can be disheartening when your research hits a financial roadblock. In this episode, we explore five crucial questions to ask yourself when faced with this challenge.Key Points Discussed:

1. Whose Idea Are You Selling? - Make sure the research idea you're pursuing is genuinely your own. Selling someone else's dream can be challenging. So, take time to align your passion with your research topic.
2. Would You Fund Your Work? - Look at your project from a funder's perspective. If you don't believe in your research enough to fund it personally, find a way to make it more compelling.
3. What Makes Your Research Newsworthy? - Identify the unique and exciting aspects of your research that could make it front-page news. Newsworthiness is driven by passion and a clear vision.
4. Who Cares About What You Do? - Align your research with funders who share your passion and vision. Funding sources that genuinely care about your work are more likely to support your endeavors.
5. How Can You Emphasize What Funders Care About Most? - When you understand your funders' priorities, you can find ways to tailor your research to align with their interests.

Links and Resources Mentioned: Academics negotiate.Share this episode with a fellow clinician researcher or anyone who might be facing challenges in securing funding. Encourage them to ask these five essential questions to help them find their way in the world of research funding.