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What do you consider the most underrated skill for successful research careers?
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Beyond technical ability and writing, researchers rely on a range of softer skills for long‑term success. Some skills are clearly underappreciated in graduate training. What skill do you think deserves more emphasis in researcher development?
Ethan Cook, Eric Young and 26 others4 Comments-
The ability to prioritise and say no to less valuable tasks is hugely important.
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Communicating research clearly to non‑specialists is underrated for impact.
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Resilience and realistic self‑assessment carry many research careers through hard phases.
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Time and project management skills are rarely taught but constantly needed.
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