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Academic Networking
As a current PhD student deeply immersed in the management and social sciences domain, I’ve come to realize the instrumental role that networking plays in our academic and professional lives. It’s not just about obtaining contacts; it’s about building a community around your research. In this post, I want to share why I believe it’s…
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Why Academics Should Blog!
In the intricate dance of academia, where every step and turn is governed by the rigorous tempo of publishing, conferences, and peer reviews, I have welcomed the outlet of blogging. As a PhD student, this journey was less about leaving (or avoiding) the academic path and more about finding a constructive way of decompressing from…
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Time Management: Tips for PhD Students
Navigating through the journey of a PhD can feel like trying to tame the wild: it’s exhilarating, challenging, and, without the right tools, a bit overwhelming. From the chaos of research and deadlines to the maze of seminars and teaching commitments, I’ve been there, right in the thick of it. Today, I want to share…
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Academic Writing: A Brief Introduction
A brief introduction to academic writing. The blog explores the main elements of academic writing and what all scholars need to be aware of for maximising their publication potential.
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The PhD Expedition: A Survival Guide
Venturing into the academic wilderness, one might find the journey of a PhD akin to navigating the unpredictable terrains of the wilderness (much like those trekked by Bear Grylls on the Discovery Channel). Armed with nothing but wits, grit, and an unyielding spirit, this guide aims to chart a course through the daunting landscape of…
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Second-Year Reflections: PhD Limbo
The PhD journey is such a unique journey. Some days I feel fueled by the momentum to make real change in the world, and other days I feel lost, in a seemingly perpetual state of limbo where ideas are not flowing, the relevance of my research seems lost to me, and my general sense of…
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Study in France: What international students need to know!
A checklist to study in France. Navigate the difficulties of maintaining status as an international student, so you have more time to explore the beauty that France has to offer.
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Replication Research: Taboo or Blessing in Disguise?
Most well-established scholars tend to view replication research as a waste of time, often arguing that Validation is NOT New and likely not publishable.
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Is PhD for you?
True to the name of the blog “Research Reflections” I thought it would be appropriate to reflect on my PhD journey so far. The immediate question that comes to mind “Is PhD really for me?”.