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Write and revise in less time: Separate problems and tasks
Revising a research paper can feel overwhelming, especially with reviewer comments. The key is separating problems from tasks. Problems involve high-level issues like unclear arguments or weak theory, while tasks are actionable edits like adding citations or clarifying text. By focusing on problems first, graduate students, professors, and academic writers can revise more effectively and improve their chances of journal publication.
Apr 148 min read


The 3 paragraphs where reviewers decide your fate
By the end of page 1 we’ve passed two of them. Don’t leave these critical junctions to chance! Across top business journals, reviewers and editors will say they evaluate the whole submission—and most do. But that evaluation may be only a minor aspect of their decision to reject or accept a paper. In fact, research suggests over 90% of our decision-making is subconscious (not that this is always a bad thing). Here’s what I’ve noticed as an editor to business school faculty for
Mar 37 min read


Draftsmith Review: An AI-Driven Aide for Editors
As generative AI developments continue to dominate headlines and permeate every aspect of the knowledge economy, their use poses unique...
Apr 17, 20259 min read
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