How can I address and eliminate research anxiety?
Feelings of fear and uncertainty associated with authentic scientific research and production, not knowing where to begin an exploratory thought or approach to a hypothesis, and even facing imposter syndrome during publication - all constitute research anxiety. And, we’ve found a virtuoso capable of answering our question at length.
We’re in conversation with Prof. Manisha Pathak-Shelat (Professor, Communication & Digital Platforms and Strategies & Chair - Centre for Development Management and Communication (CDMC) MICA, Editor, JOCC, India). She’s served as Editor of the Journal of Creative Communication, SAGE Publications, and has also been a Researcher at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. A leading voice in the area of communication research and publication.
In this episode, we talk about the following:
1:07 - why does research scare so many people away?
3:10 - understanding the umbrella term ‘communication research.’
12:38 - tips and tricks to be a good researcher today