This article from the Chronicle discusses five of the biggest mistakes candidates make when presenting a job talk at a university. You’ll learn:
- Why identifying your audience is important,
- What committees are looking for when they evaluate your talk,
- How to tailor your topic to your audience,
- How you can demonstrate your teaching ability while giving a research talk, and
- How to deal with the unexpected.
This article will also be helpful for students working on a seminar for their department or defense. These are great opportunities to practice your speaking skills and get feedback from your peers.
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