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The real reason you’re burned out (and what to do about it)
I thought working harder would fix everything. More papers. More grants. More committees. More visibility. But no matter how long I stayed in the office,
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How to motivate yourself when writing a research article?
Do you hate writing and leave it to the last minute? Read more about efficient ways that will help you stay motivated when writing a
Are Hidden Feelings of Fraudulence Stealing Your Confidence in Academia? How to Finally Overcome Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome is an internal experience of believing that you are not as competent as others perceive you to be. Despite your qualifications and achievements,
Academic Writing
8 most common questions researchers ask about research paper outline
Did you know that research paper outline can help you manage your time better and publish in more prestigious journals? Wondering how to write a
Productivity
7 Bad Habits Ruining Your Academic Success and How to Overcome Them
Have you developed bad habits that deteriorate your performance and motivation? Find out how you can ditch bad habits and become motivated academic! Did you
Productivity
How to overcome writer’s block in your PhD?
Writer’s block can significantly delay, or even derail, your research project. Find out about the tools that can help you overcome writer’s block! “If you
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15 best brainstorming tools to generate amazing research ideas
One of the characteristics distinguishing Motivated Academic from the rest of academics is the fact that they believe that their research is a calling. They
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10 tips for delivering an academic presentation with impact
Have you ever done an academic presentation? I bet you did. Powerpoint presentations are widely used to share your research with others during academic conferences,
Academic Writing
5 ways to avoid common citation mistakes in academic writing
Did you know that each one of the four citations in academic papers is usually wrong or misleading? Yes, that’s true. Many people make citation
Motivation
Who is a Motivated Academic? The Manifesto 2021
During our summer holiday, we’ve reflected a lot on what we achieved at Motivated Academic over the past year. We’re very proud of the community
Guest Posts
In pursuit of happiness – or ‘just’ a PhD degree? The role of emotional intelligence [Guest post]
No longer feeling happy about or even lost interest in your PhD degree? Our guest, Adepeju, shares why emotional intelligence is key to happiness during
Academic Writing
Academic Writing Secrets: A non-native speaker guide to academic writing
Academic writing is a crucial skill for each researcher and academic. Learn my tested secrets that will help you improve your academic writing today! If
Academic Writing
How to write a review paper to elevate the impact of your work?
For the past couple of weeks, I’ve been sharing my expertise in academic writing, focusing mostly on how to write research papers and publish them
Research toolkit
How to use LinkedIn to develop your research profile
We all want our research to make an impact. That’s why we need to actively talk about it! Learn how to elevate your research profile
Wellbeing
50 creative ways to improve your wellbeing in academia
You often hear about well-being. But do you know what well-being definition is? Find out about 50 surprisingly easy ways to improve your well-being now!
Research toolkit
How to avoid plagiarism in your research?
Are you worried that you unintentionally plagiarise someone? Learn about techniques and tools that will help you avoid plagiarism in your research! When writing academic manuscripts,
Research toolkit
How to write an outstanding abstract for your research paper?
Did you know that an abstract is the most important part of your research paper? Learn how to write an abstract and increase engagement with
Productivity
How to develop good habits for a successful academic career in 5 easy steps?
Wonder how to develop good habits? By building good habits early in your career, you will succeed in academia. Here are 5 easy steps you
Productivity
What are SMART goals and how to use them in your research?
Success is a journey, not a destination. How to set SMART goals for your research project to successfully deliver your PhD and enjoy the process.
Productivity
How to come up with new research ideas in 5 easy steps?
Creativity is a key skill to become a successful academic. Therefore, developing an efficient process to come up with new research ideas is fundamental to
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Quality over quantity: the golden balance between quality and quantity in academic publishing
You should always prioritise quality over quantity in your track record, although publishing more can give you more visibility. From the early stage of your
Wellbeing
How to deal with a negative environment?
Experienced an unexpected drop in productivity? You’re likely being influenced by a negative environment at work! Learn how to deal with a negative work environment.
Motivation
How to deal with rejection in 5 easy steps?
An academic career is an art of dealing with uncertainty and rejection. Would you agree? Being a competitive profession, rejection in academia is inevitable. It’s