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[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

Is there a secret to publishing in HIGH-IMPACT JOURNALS?

Well, no.

But if how you write is holding you back, I promise the fix is in this mega🧵

I’ve edited 250+ papers-> Get ALL my strategies for showing why your work deserves to be published⬇️
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A round-up of the best advice on landing research funding

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#ResearchImpact #ResearchFunding

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

You can overcome writer's block easily, if you team up with another person ⤵️

Generate ACCOUNTABILITY by scheduling side-by-side working time with a buddy! Pick a friend, colleague, or random person (flow club) and sit together while working independently.

#scicomm

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

If you want your research to be cited, but rejection keep coming this is for you⤵️

Repeatedly getting rejected or hearing your writing is too dense can be frustrating, I know. Luckily, the fix is easier than you think: MAKE IT LESS COMPLEX and guide your reader.
#scicomm

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

The worst mistake every (academic) writer makes with writer’s block: pushing harder instead of stepping back. ⤵️

Instead, do a writing-tangent exercise:
1. Brainstorm
2. Re-read
3. Outline

#science #scientificwriting #writersblock

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

Shower thoughts are a thing! Step away from your desk and into the SHOWER. Let a mundane activity you can do on autopilot occupy your body while your brain churns in the background and see what pops out!

#science

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

I used to struggle with dense writing, until this strategy changed my whole writing routine

1. Search your paper (ctrl + f) for the phrases “allowed us to, able to”.
2. Try deleting them to see how your paper sounds - hint: >95% of the time, these can be deleted with no issues!

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

SIMPLE SYSTEM to get overcome your writer's block ⤵️
_REWARDS AND PUNISHMENT_

What can you "award" yourself for a good writing day?
ADD "punishments" to achieve your goals
Brainstorm things you want and can afford, and divide them into chunks to “gift” yourself”.

#Scicomm

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

WRITERS, REDUCE YOUR WORD COUNT INSTANTLY AND DROP DENSE WRITING ⬇️

Does this feel more packed than it should be?
These proposed experiments will allow us to determine the efficiency of our generated compounds.

This will make your writing LESS DENSE, MORE DIRECT AND CONCISE!

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

Writing is a brain-intensive process that takes a lot of recovery.
If you are struggling, try taking a BREAK and returning to your document with fresh eyes!

✅ ACTIVATE your body:
Refresh your tea
Do a few stretches
Scratch your cat.

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[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

Beat the high activation barrier to writing by starting your session with some WRITING-TANGENT ACTIVITIES that get the juices flowing! Brainstorm, outline, re-read written text, review notes, and THEN write!

Follow for @butlerscicomm for more #scicomm tips!

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

If you struggle writing your DISCUSSION, SAVE THIS one for later📎

The discussion puts the field-specific results into CONTEXT, making the implications of your work accessible to a broad audience.

#scientificwriting

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

If you can't come up with a GREAT OPENING SENTENCE, KEEP READING ⤵️

Choosing the right opening sentence for your paper can be cruel, here's what you have to keep in mind:
If we use field-specific terms in our first sentence, WE RISK LOSING OUT-OF-FIELD READERS!

#scicomm

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

Hitting the finalizing stage of your CV? Here's what your last steps should include! 👇🏼

1. Get feedback
2. Tailor your CV
3. Focus on the position
4. Funding applications
5. Conclusion
5. Master CV

Shoot me a DM for the detailed breakdown! 💌
#acwri

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

NEVER skip formatting when setting up your CV, here's why ⬇️

1. Formatting will make your CV skimmable!
2. Don’t be afraid of formatting and GET CREATIVE!

Literally EVERYTHING that breaks up chunks of text helps the reader to find key information easily.

#scicomm

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

EASY HACKS to make your CV stand out!
Apply the following ⤵️

1. Highlight Accomplishments
2. Compare your original and edited CV versions
3. Use specific numbers
4. Make it yours

Follow @butlerscicomm for more tips on #acwri

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

Struggling with adding THE RIGHT CONTENT to your CV?
Use this STEP-BY-STEP tutorial ⤵️

1. Focus on content
2. Complete it quickly!
3. Paint a picture
4. Make it unique!
5. Brainstorm!

Follow for more #scicomm tips!

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

CV MINI GUIDE - Why the structure of your CV matters ⤵️

1. Whatever you do, DESIGN YOUR CV FROM SCRATCH!

2. CHOOSE YOUR ORDERING
- based on two key things:
1. How relevant this section is for the position you are applying for
2. How strong this section is for you

#acwri

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

What to consider before submitting 👇🏼

If you are applying to positions across the pond, BE AWARE of differences in CV convention between the US and Europe. Differences mostly focus on photos and inclusion of personal information.

Follow for more #scicomm tips!

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

ACADEMIC VS INDUSTRY CV - BE AWARE OF MAJOR DIFFERENCES!

1. Academic CVs are much LONGER and contain all pertinent information about you.
2. Industry CVs require you to be HIGHLY selective about the information

Shot me a DM for a more detailed breakdown! 💌
#acwri

[Kaycie Butler | SciComm tips 📝 @ButlerKaycie]

MINI GUIDE! - Include these bullet points to make sure you submit the PERFECT CV! ⤵️

1. Let your CV shine
2. Choose a specific CV style
3. Organize and structure your CV

Follow for more tips on #academicwriting !