Drafting the Past

Episode 64: Emily Herring Listens For the Rhythm

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Apr 25, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Emily's Career Shift Story

  • Emily left academia after a taxing postdoc and pandemic lockdowns prompted reflection on her career.
  • She turned to freelance writing and editing, finding it more stable and creatively fulfilling.
ADVICE

Start Writing Early

  • Start writing early even if research feels incomplete; waiting stalls progress.
  • Research and writing should develop in tandem since you never fully finish research.
INSIGHT

How Editing Shapes Writing

  • Editing others’ work made Emily less harsh about her own writing.
  • Taking a step back helps view writing clearly, both one’s own and others’.
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