PhD Dissertation Editing: What You Need to Know

Currently or soon-to-be writing up your PhD research? From the ethics of having your manuscript edited to finding the right editor for you, this post provides answers to common questions about PhD dissertation editing.

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How to Set Up a Publishing Pipeline That Works for You: Examples

For most academics, publishing is crucial, whether to get tenure, secure a promotion, or ensure a good standing in their discipline. But how to find the time to publish with all the other demands that the profession comes with? While there is no simple answer to this question, setting up a publishing pipeline can help. In the first part of this series on publishing pipelines, find some examples of other scholars’ pipelines.

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Preparing a Video for Your Academic Job Application

Cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement – these are all documents you will normally have to submit for an academic job application. But what would you do if asked to make a short video about your work?

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Improve Your Writing with a 3-Word Mantra

Most people can improve their writing at the word and sentence level if they keep a simple, 3-word mantra in mind at all times: Precise, concise, and varied. But what do these words mean and how can you write in this way?

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Tools & Templates to (Re)Format Your Resume or CV

A resume (or CV) is always a work in progress. You update it whenever you have a new accomplishment and tailor and tweak it for every position you apply to. While many people take the time to make these content-related modifications, ask yourself, when was the last time you reformatted your resume or CV to give it a fresh look?

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Formatting Your Resume or CV: Some Tips

Whether you are a recent graduate looking for an internship or a first job, a PhD applicant, or a seasoned academic up for tenure, there are many moments in your career when you need a resume or a CV.

Most people spend a lot of time tweaking the content of their resumes, tailoring every word and sentence to the requirements of the specific job they are applying to. However, not much thought or time is given to another, equally important task: formatting your resume or CV.

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10 Tips for Hiring an Editor

Choosing an editor and building an excellent working relationship with them is not always easy. Here is some advice on how to hire the best editor for you and ensure your collaboration goes smoothly.

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