BLOGGING IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR Ph.D STUDENTS
A blog is a fantastic opportunity to explain to the general public how your area works and how your project is trying to make a difference. In fact, Richard Feynman once said that “if you can’t explain it to a six-year-old, you don’t really understand it.” Explaining very complex concepts in a simple and accessible way can be much harder than writing them up for a bunch of academics. As a PhD consultant, I strive to bridge this gap, making intricate ideas understandable and engaging for everyone. Helps practicing in writing: No matter what stage of your Ph.D are at, writing your own thesis is always looming in the background! come thesis time, you will be glad you’ve kept your writing muscles nice & toned. Plus, the writing practice you’ll get with blogging will pay off once you get a ‘real job’ & have a deal with writing all day. As a Ph.D. student, it’s most likely that you are very passionate about your field. Sadly, it is also true that not many people might be agog to hear your 5% about it. A blog is a fantastic platform to express yourself and really get into the nitty-gritty of what bothers you or excites you about new developments in your field. Engaging with a PHD Consultant can also provide valuable insights and guidance, helping you refine your ideas and communicate them effectively to a broader audience. It’s nice for your resume: Whether you want to stay in academia or you want to explore your options in the private sector / Govt. sector, employers always value writing experience or so we’re told! Most jobs that are available to Ph.D graduates involve a huge percentage of writing, which is when it makes sense for employers to seek out people who not only can write but are passionate about writing! You work together with other Ph.D students: Working on a cooperative blog with other Ph.D students from your area or department can be really fun as well as useful! After all, these are your peers & most likely your friends! Blogging is a great chance to work on an assignment together, bond & discover new sides of each other. Thanks Dr. Aman Jandwani! Have you started a blog, or shared in the running of one? what advice do you have to share???