Posts by David Maslach

As a PhD student, you might rule out the possibility of getting a credit card because you don’t make much money. However, credit cards are the most often used payment method in the United States,...

The conclusion of a research paper is an unassuming and often underappreciated part of the writing process. In reality, however, it’s the culmination of all your work rolled into a brief overview...

Writing a concise yet compelling introduction is a challenge for many people. Still, it’s an important skill whether you’re in high school, an undergrad, or pursuing a doctoral degree. The...

If you’ve ever wondered what your professor thinks of you and your fellow students, you’re not alone. Plenty of students at every level have these feelings of curiosity about how they’re...

This post was written by Abbie Van Wagner (freelance writer) on behalf of Dr. Dave Maslach for the R3ciprocity project (check out the YouTube Channel or the writing feedback software). In a world...

In February 2022, I asked a simple question on LinkedIn, "Are PhDs undervalued?" Out of the 90 responses, 48% of the people indicated that they were undervalued (33% said no, and 19% said maybe). 48%...