5 Things I Wish I Had Known As a Junior Academic

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The Academic Edge

Dr Melanie Smith

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3 days ago

Cut through the noise. Write better. Create your academic career on your terms. Welcome to The Academic Edge — the podcast for academics who want to do excellent work without burning out. Hosted by Dr Melanie Smith— published author, academic writing coach, and former academic with 17 years in the sector — this show offers honest, practical insight into how to write, publish, and thrive in today’s academic landscape. 🎙 New episodes weekly. Subscribe now to sharpen your thinking, elevate your writing, and reclaim your time.

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5 Things I Wish I Had Known As a Junior Academic

The Academic Edge

20 minutes 5 seconds

1 month ago

5 Things I Wish I Had Known As a Junior Academic

Key Words: academia, career advice, academic success, writing skills, networking, work-life balance, strategic thinking, boundaries, mentorship, professional development

In this conversation, I share valuable insights from my academic career, focusing on 5 key lessons I wished I had known when starting her career, and 5 things that served me well.

Academia is not a meritocracy
Understanding your institution's reality is crucial.
Work allocation often lacks equity
PhD training does not equate to writing skills for academia.
Building an external network is essential for collaboration.