The podcast discusses the learning/apprenticeship stage in academia, emphasizing the importance of building a strong foundation in writing, time management, and research. It covers the common mistakes to avoid and how to set yourself up for success in academia. The host shares best practices and strategies for early career academics, empowering women and non-binary individuals through writing and publishing.
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Observe Genre Conventions
Systematically observe the genre you're expected to write in.
Analyze published papers' structure, discourse, and argumentation.
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Seek and Discern Feedback
Seek feedback on your writing and learn to discern between constructive criticism and unproductive negativity.
Value negative feedback that helps improve your writing, not just praise.
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Escape Toxic Mentors
Leave toxic advisor relationships immediately; they harm confidence and writing long-term.
Find mentors who provide constructive feedback, even if tough, not cruelty.
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Welcome to the first episode of my new podcast series, Understanding the Real Stages of the Academic Career. I will discuss writing, relationships, research, and time management strategies for each stage and share best practices from my experience as an academic writing coach.
Today’s episode focuses on the first career stage, learning/apprenticeship. I explain the learning/apprenticeship stage and how you should think about critical aspects of an academic career in your early career. I review common mistakes and explain why building a solid foundation of writing practice, management systems, and research will set you up for success in academia.
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