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How to Succeed at Failing, Part 3: Grit vs. Quit (Update)

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The Reality of Adjunct Teaching: Grit vs. Uncertainty

This chapter explores the challenging realities faced by a newly minted Ph.D. who finds himself in an adjunct position, grappling with job insecurity and low pay. It reflects on the tension between academic aspirations and familial responsibilities, highlighting the sobering truths about the academic job market.

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