PUBLISHING ACADEMIC RESEARCH | Complete Your Scholarship, Thesis, or Dissertation, Maintain Your Mental Health, and Enhance Your Academic Career

PUBLISHING ACADEMIC RESEARCH | Complete Your Scholarship, Thesis, or Dissertation, Maintain Your Mental Health, and Enhance Your Academic Career

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PUBLISHING ACADEMIC RESEARCH | Complete Your Scholarship, Thesis, or Dissertation, Maintain Your Mental Health, and Enhance Your Academic Career episodes

  • Starting an Academic Coaching Service: Interview with Paulina Cossette | Ep. 67

    Hey, co-authors. I am excited to be joined by Dr. Paulina Cossette, who has over 15 years of experience as an educator, researcher, and writer. As an editor, she's revised over 70 books and countless research papers and dissertations. She's left academia to start her own business, Acadia Editing Services, and she's a successful academic coach and she's here to talk to us about how to start your own coaching services. If you've ever thought about coaching or editing as a full-time job or as a side-gig, then give this episode a listen.

    Interested in Talking with Paulina?

    Website: https://acadiaediting.com/

    Workshop: https://acadiaediting.com/live on November 9-11; 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT

    Paulina's Academic Business Map: acadiaediting.com/map

    Want to Connect with Me?

    Website: https://www.publishingacademicresearch.com/

    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/c-kyle-rudick-59a040a7

    Schedule a Free, 30-Minute Consultation: https://calendly.com/publishingacademicresearch/30min

    31 min
  • Keeping Up with Your Sources in Academic Writing | Ep. 66

    How many times have you reopened an article because you know you read something useful in it, but you can't remember what it was? How often does collecting, managing, and citing your sources start to feel like its own research project?

    Hey co-authors! Large academic research projects produce a web of connections, contradictions, annotations, ideas, and intellectual threads that can become increasingly difficult to keep track of.  We'll look at why source management becomes so difficult as a project grows and how to build a system that keeps your sources connected to your thinking rather than turning them into a collection of forgotten PDFs. In this episode, you'll learn:

    • Why academic researchers become overwhelmed by the relationships between sources, not simply the number of sources.
    • How fragmented workflows and delayed citation management create unnecessary cognitive load.
    • How to build a living literature matrix that keeps connections between sources visible
    • Why annotating for your argument can be more useful than simply summarizing what a source says.

      • Your sources shouldn't slow your research down. With the right system, they can help you maintain intellectual momentum, sharpen your argument, and push you to greater depth in your field.

      Want to Connect with Me?

      Website: https://www.publishingacademicresearch.com/

      LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/c-kyle-rudick-59a040a7

      Schedule a Free, 30-Minute Consultation:https://calendly.com/publishingacademicresearch/30min

      28 min
    • Writing an Academic Monograph: Interview with Dr. Eric T. Weber | Ep. 65

      Hi co-authors! This week, I interview Dr. Eric Thomas Weber, University of Kentucky professor and director of the Democracy, Ethics, and Educational Philosophy Lab, about his SUNY Press book, "A Culture of Justice."

      We talk about how to develop, submit, publish, and promote an academic monograph. Eric offers tips and tricks for keeping his workflow going while obtaining feedback that culminates into books. We also discuss resisting “publish more” pressure, navigating publishers, and building a public platform via op-eds and podcasts. To buy the book or contact Dr. Weber, check out the information below.

      Interested in Talking with Eric?

      Bio: https://ericthomasweber.org/books/a-culture-of-justice/

      Buy the Book: https://sunypress.edu/Books/A/A-Culture-of-Justice

      Discount Code: SNPF26 

      Want to Connect with Me?

      Website: https://www.publishingacademicresearch.com/

      LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/c-kyle-rudick-59a040a7

      Schedule a Free, 30-Minute Consultation: https://calendly.com/publishingacademicresearch/30min

      28 min
    • Using Theory in Academic Research | Ep. 64

      Are you struggling to figure out what your theoretical framework is actually supposed to do? Are you treating theory like a requirement to check off rather than a tool that shapes how you understand your research?

      Hey co-authors! Theoretical frameworks can feel like one of the most confusing parts of academic research, especially when we treat all theories as though they serve the same purpose. But theories work differently based on their assumptions and paradigms and understanding that difference can fundamentally change how you approach your literature review and your study. In this episode, you’ll learn:

      • How different theoretical traditions function within different kinds of research.
      • Why theoretical frameworks are more than labels attached to a study.
      • Common mistakes researchers make when selecting and applying theory.
      • How to choose a framework that actually fits your research question or hypothesis.
      • How to use theory to organize your literature review and create a coherent scholarly conversation.

        • Theory doesn't have to be intimidating. When you understand what your framework is doing, it can become a powerful lens for making sense of the literature, clarifying your research, and giving your project a coherent direction.

        Want to Connect with Me?

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        LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/c-kyle-rudick-59a040a7

        Schedule a Free, 30-Minute Consultation:https://calendly.com/publishingacademicresearch/30min

        30 min
      • Overseeing an Academic Edited Book: Interview with Dr. Amy Aldridge | Ep. 63

        Hey Co-authors! Today, I interview scholar-activist Amy Aldridge, Vice Provost and Communication professor at Middle Tennessee State University, about her edited book, "Reconciliation: The Final Step in Achieving Nonviolent Social Change."

        Dr. Aldridge explains how to put together an edited volume. She describes process of recruiting contributing, intentionally including prominent scholars, early-career academics, and practitioners' voices. We discuss choosing a publisher and how the book is part of her ongoing public scholarship coupled with talks, libraries, and workshops.

        Interested in Talking with Amy:

        Bio: https://acadprogramdev.mtsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/49/2025/08/2025-AA-bio.pdf

        Buy the Book: https://titles.cognella.com/reconciliation-9798823359757

        Want to Connect with Me?

        Website: https://www.publishingacademicresearch.com/

        LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/c-kyle-rudick-59a040a7

        Schedule a Free, 30-Minute Consultation: https://calendly.com/publishingacademicresearch/30min

        29 min
      • Rejecting Bad Academic Writing Advice | Ep. 62

        Have you ever followed a piece of writing advice that made your writing worse instead of better? What if some of the advice you've been given isn't actually wrong, it just doesn't work for the kind of writer you are?

        Hey co-authors! You’ve probably heard the same academic writing advice a million times: write every day, write for your field, or never use passive voice. We’ll explore why scholars are so drawn to certainty and how the desire for clear rules can actually get in the way of becoming a better scholar. In this episode, we’ll explore:

        • Why research writing advice so often gets turned into rigid rules
        • Why certainty is particularly appealing when writing already feels uncertain
        • How following writing rules can distract us from our readers and our arguments
        • Why good writing requires judgment rather than perfect adherence to a formula

          • Ultimately, becoming a better academic writer isn't about eliminating uncertainty. It's about becoming more confident in your ability to navigate it.

          Want to Connect with Me?

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          Schedule a Free, 30-Minute Consultation: https://calendly.com/publishingacademicresearch/30min

          29 min
        • Avoiding Writing Paragraphs That Do Too Much | Ep. 61

          Have you ever finished writing a paragraph only to realize it somehow contains three different ideas? Have you ever written a paragraph that makes perfect sense to you, only to have your advisor, instructor, or reviewer tell you they were confused about what you were actually trying to say?

          Hey Co-authors! A strong academic paragraph should move your reader through a clear idea, but scholarly writers often ask individual paragraphs to do far too much. In this episode, we look at why paragraphs become overloaded, how to recognize when multiple ideas are competing for attention, and what you can do to give each part of your argument the space it needs.

          In this episode, we’ll explore:

          • What makes a paragraph focused and coherent
          • How topic sentences can reveal problems with paragraph structure
          • The relationship between evidence, citations, and paragraph creep
          • How to determine whether a new idea belongs in the paragraph or deserves a paragraph of its own
          • Practical strategies for breaking complicated paragraphs into clearer argumentative units

            • Good academic research is about making sure each paragraph gives your reader one clear step forward in your argument. Learn how to improve your academic writing in this week's episode.

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            Free Materials: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-YXQbEOqDCNDnvY3Zph2mLdtfnUllgMm-a5EjkLK3R4/edit?usp=sharing

            LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/c-kyle-rudick-59a040a7

            Schedule a Free, 30-Minute Consultation: https://calendly.com/publishingacademicresearch/30min

            28 min
          • Starting a New Semester with Purpose | Ep. 60

            Are you starting the semester feelings of excitement, exhaustion, regret, or somehow all three at once? What happens when the energy of a new academic year gives way to the realization that the semester may not look quite the way you imagined?

            Hey co-authors! Another fall semester is upon us! But the excitement of a fresh beginning is  can quickly give way to frazzled energy, regret for things left undone, or homesickness for people and routines that feel far away. In this episode, we explore new-semester culture shock and look at practical ways to move through the day with greater intention and create a sense of stability. In this episode, we’ll explore:

            • Recognizing the emotional reality of starting over and why the beginning of a new semester can feel more complicated than we expect.
            • Finding your new rhythm in routines and expectations that gradually become more manageable as you adjust.
            • Practicing ways to feel more grounded when your days begin to feel overwhelming.
            • Being intentional with your time and attention: How small choices can help you approach each day with greater purpose.

              • The beginning of a semester is a great time to learn how to make regular adjustments now for long-term mental-health benefits later. This episode offers a framework for understanding the emotional journey and a few simple practices for moving through it with greater intention, stability, and gratitude.

              Want to Connect with Me?

              Website: https://www.publishingacademicresearch.com/

              LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/c-kyle-rudick-59a040a7

              Schedule a Free, 30-Minute Consultation: https://calendly.com/publishingacademicresearch/30min

              20 min
            • Starting Your Literature Review: Interview with Dr. Nichole Harken | Ep. 59

              Are you having trouble starting a new project? Do you feel like you're drowning in a sea of scholarship?

              Hey co-authors! Today, I talk with Dr. Nichole Harken, who is the  associate professor of instruction and internship director for the University of Northern Iowa's Communication and Media Department.  She's also the creator of the Project Next Step and author of the book of the same name, and has a podcast called The Next Step: Leaping to Adulthood. Learn more about her approach to scholarship and her work in this episode!

              Want to Connect with Dr. Harken?

              Podcast: The Next Step: Leaping to Adulthood

               

              Want to Connect with Me?

              Website: https://www.publishingacademicresearch.com/

              LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/c-kyle-rudick-59a040a7

              Schedule a Free, 30-Minute Consultation: https://calendly.com/publishingacademicresearch/30min

              34 min
            • Writing for an Audience of One | Ep. 58

              Who exactly are you writing for when you’re writing an academic article, chapter, or book? What if the fastest way to make your writing clearer, more confident, and more compelling is to stop imagining an “audience” and start imagining a single person?

              Hey co-authors! One of the most common problems in academic writing is trying to write for everyone. But, when your audience is abstract or generalized, writing can quickly become anxious, overly cautious, and unfocused. In this episode, we’ll explore why writing for an audience of one can actually make your academic writing clearer, more confident, more generous, and ultimately more publishable. In this episode, we’ll explore:

              • Why abstract audiences create anxiety and how the advice “write for the field” can leave writers guessing about what an imaginary audience actually wants.
              • How generalized audiences dilute your voice by flattening tone, disrupting pacing, and encouraging you to write defensively rather than generously.
              • How to identify— whether that person is a struggling student, a colleague who needs clarity, a practitioner who could use your findings, or a younger version of yourself.
              • How to identify and write to your audience of one by imagining their questions, confusion, curiosity, and needs as you develop your project.
              • Why writing for one can actually help you reach many because writing with a clear reader in mind produces manuscripts that feel intentional, confident, and purposeful.

                • Academic publishing doesn’t have to feel like performing for a faceless crowd of reviewers and scholars. When you write for one real human being who needs your insight, your writing becomes clearer, kinder, and more focused and those qualities are exactly what can help your work connect with a much larger audience.

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                24 min

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              1. Number 1: Keeping Up with Your Sources in Academic Writing | Ep. 66
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