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A core part of academic success (for some) is establishing a research agenda. This is a daunting task for students, junior scholars, and even some senior scholars transitioning into uncharted (for them) territories. Reflections in this section offer advice on developing a thick skin, leaving academic silos, using the library well, and finding alternative ways to share your findings.
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Zavattaro, S.M., Orr, S.K. (2017). Developing a Research Agenda: Your Bread and Butter. In: Zavattaro, S., Orr, S. (eds) Reflections on Academic Lives. Palgrave Macmillan, New York. https://doi.org/10.1057/978-1-137-60009-7_5
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