In this insightful episode, De Montfort University's Associate PVC Academic, Alasdair Blair, tells his story about becoming a National Teaching Fellow. In a typically self-effacing way, Alasdair provides some fascinating insights into the importance of taking critical opportunities that may later support a successful NTFS application. Alasdair also goes on to discuss the opportunities that have come to him as a result of being a National Teaching Fellow, and the positive impact these have had on his career. This is a must listen for anyone interested in one day becoming an NTF, or anyone interested in hearing an absorbing story about the development of a successful academic career.