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How I Discovered My Passion for Doing ScienceI remember the moment I got hooked on science.Sep 26, 20201Sep 26, 20201
Giving Constructive Feedback: Benefits and AdviceEvery now and then, I think back to the fist time someone genuinely complimented my academic writing — not just because it was kind, but…Sep 18, 2020Sep 18, 2020
Why You Shouldn’t Ask for Emergency DocumentationContent warning: Because the topic is emergency documentation, I describe traumatic experiences and grief that can constitute personal…Sep 17, 2020Sep 17, 2020
You Have the Right to Enforce Your Boundaries with Toxic PeopleIn the past, I’ve made excuses for others’ repeated bad behavior, to my own detriment. I’ve since reached a point in my life where I no…Sep 16, 2020Sep 16, 2020
Valuing Other People’s Time: Why You Should Do It, and How to Show ItYou’ve probably heard the phrase “time is money” used to express that time is valuable, and should not be wasted. I agree with the…Sep 16, 2020Sep 16, 2020
How to Write a Clear, Professional EmailWhen do you learn how to write a professional email?Sep 15, 2020Sep 15, 2020