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		<title>15 Key Tips to Enhance Your Research Manuscripts&#8221;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[SNIPPETS TO MY FELLOW RESEARCHERS (Part A): This collection of 15 key snippets provides essential guidance for researchers in academic writing. Emphasizing quality over&#8230;]]></description>
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<div dir="auto" style="text-align: center;"><strong>SNIPPETS TO MY FELLOW RESEARCHERS (Part A):<br />
</strong><em>This collection of 15 key snippets provides essential guidance for researchers in academic writing. Emphasizing quality over quantity, the snippets stress the importance of starting strong, owning the manuscript, and understanding the distinctions between writing for journals and book chapters. They advise matching manuscripts with appropriate journals, avoiding common pitfalls in conclusions and literature reviews, and highlighting the significance of methodological details. The resilience in facing manuscript rejection and the continuous development of writing skills are also emphasized.<br />
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<div dir="auto"><strong>Here are 15 snippets to be conscious of in your academic writing. They are not exhaustive and are in no particular order.</strong></div>
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<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, start well or miss it. From the first page, some reviewers will already form a bias to your manuscript. So strive to get it right from the beginning.</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, do not be tempted to get long write-up at the expense of quality. This will result to unnecessary repetitions and bundle of irrelevances which reduces the quality of your manuscript</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, it is your manuscript, own it! Be creative in your writing but methodological. At the end, ask yourself, have I achieved the purpose set out to achieve?</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, writing theoretical manuscript for journal and for book chapter are not on the same league. Know the difference and avoid rejection.</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, empirical studies have greater chances of acceptance especially in journal outlets.</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, cut your cloth according to your material. Select journal outlet(s) base on the quality of your manuscript. Else, you face severe and several manuscript rejection.</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, be sure to ascertain the scope of journals and expectation of Editors before sending them manuscript to avoid desk rejection.</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, your *conclusion* is not the section to write your summary of findings. This is a common mistake observed when reviewing manuscripts.</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, it is better to have an excellently brief manuscript than a long manuscript deprived of excellence.</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, your introduction is not your literature review.</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, truly there is the temptation to cut and paste in your literature review. But at least let it be coherent, lend your voice to it and put it in context.</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, never underestimate the power of details, especially in your methodology.</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Reseacher, not all articles require recommendations. Do not be tempted to follow the tradition and enter the “bush”.</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, manuscript rejection is not the end of the world. Dust it up by effecting corrections and try elsewhere. I repeat “try elsewhere”. Chances are same journal (especially international) will reject if they know they have rejected it before.</li>
<li dir="auto">Dear Researcher, writing is a skill. Develop it and get better at it. No one is born with it.</li>
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<p>Your Fellow Researcher, section. Also, please share your experience in scholarly writing and publishing as it relates to any of the above items.</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jul 2024 16:26:25 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Welcome to the &#8220;Insights for Researchers&#8221; Blog Series by OptimisticScholar</strong></p>
<p>Greetings to all aspiring and seasoned researchers! We are exited to introduce the &#8220;<strong>Insights for Researchers</strong>&#8221; blog series brought to you by OptimisticScholar. This series is crafted to enlighten, empower, and engage scholars across various stages of their academic and professional journeys. Through a collection of themed posts, we aim to address the pivotal aspects of research, collaboration, and publication within the vibrant academic community.</p>
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<p>Periodically, we will feature and share valuable insights and guidance from a diverse group of seasoned professionals, including researchers, scholars, lecturers, and librarians. These experts come from various fields and bring a wealth of experience and knowledge. Their advice will cover a wide range of topics, from navigating academic challenges to mastering the art of publication and effectively managing research projects.<br />
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<div id="attachment_3730" style="width: 179px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-3730" class="wp-image-3730 size-medium" src="https://optimisticscholar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MAG-PIX-169x300.jpg" alt="" width="169" height="300" /><p id="caption-attachment-3730" class="wp-caption-text">Magnus Osahon Igbinovia</p></div>
<p><strong>Meet <a href="https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=7C_Br5QAAAAJ&amp;hl=en">Magnus Osahon Igbinovia</a></strong><br />
Today, we spotlight Magnus Osahon Igbinovia, the dynamic Head of the Electronic Library Department at the Head of Electronic Library and Digital Support Services at David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences, Uburu, Ebonyi State, Nigeria.   Currently a PhD candidate and a Certified Librarian of Nigeria (CLN), Magnus boasts an impressive portfolio of over sixty scholarly publications in both local and prestigious international journals.</p>
<p><strong>Series Highlights</strong></p>
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<li><strong>Snippets to My Fellow Researchers</strong>: In this opening series, Magnus offers a treasure trove of tips and insights to elevate the quality and impact of your academic writing. From crafting a compelling start to distinguishing between journal articles and book chapters, these snippets are invaluable for researchers at any level.</li>
<li><strong>The Power of Collaboration</strong>: Discover how collaborative efforts can enhance the quality and extend the reach of research outputs. This segment will delve into effective strategies for forming partnerships and capitalizing on collective expertise.</li>
<li><strong>Do Not Publish and Perish</strong>: This part focuses on sustainable academic practices to help you contribute meaningfully to the scientific community without succumbing to the pressures of the publish-or-perish paradigm.</li>
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<p><strong>Interactive Engagement</strong><br />
Each post in this series is designed to be interactive, encouraging you to share your perspectives, experiences, and additional tips in the comments section. Our goal is to foster a supportive and dynamic scholarly community where everyone can learn and grow.</p>
<p>Join us on this enlightening journey with Magnus Osahon Igbinovia  and other  scholarsas he navigates the complexities of academic life with optimism and strategic insight. Stay tuned for more empowering insights from the &#8220;Insights for Researchers&#8221; series by OptimisticScholar!</p>
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<p>Are you a wordsmith with a passion for impactful storytelling? If so, the Optimistic Scholar Writers Program is looking for you! We are searching for enthusiastic volunteer writers from across the globe—students and professionals alike—to bring fresh perspectives and insights to our thriving community.</p>
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<p>The Optimistic Scholar Writers Program is an integral part of the <a href="https://optimisticscholar.com/about-us/">Optimistic Scholar Blog,</a> a platform dedicated to sharing knowledge, inspiring change, and fostering a community of informed global citizens. We believe in the power of words to shape ideas, influence thoughts, and encourage action.</p>
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