Inspired by a conversation on social media, in this track I talk about how to approach conference proposals if starting a writing project with an abstract doesn't work well for you. It complements other things I've written about abstracts (not yet available in audio)

https://jovanevery.co.uk/writing-abstract-hard/
https://jovanevery.co.uk/writing-summaries-abstracts/
https://jovanevery.co.uk/writing-an-abstract-to-get-unstuck/

Further links to related posts are available in the text version of this track on my website https://jovanevery.co.uk/you-dont-have-to-start-with-an-abstract/

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You don't have to start with an abstract

Academic career guide. I firmly believe that your academic career has the potential for joy as well as success. I help academics build their confidence to do the work they find meaningful and find the time to do the important work.

You don't have to start with an abstract

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