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Good enough?

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Creating a Satisfying Academic Career with Jo Van Every
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Jan 14, 2026
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Summary

It is difficult to determine when an article, book, or other output is actually ready to submit. It is not uncommon for it to feel "not quite finished". In this track, I talk about how that feeling of "not quite finished" is not a reliable guide and propose considering "good enough" instead. Read the post here: https://jovanevery.co.uk/good-enough-or-finished/ For more advice, support and perspectives like this, sign up to my free monthly newsletter: https://jovanevery.co.uk/newsletter&...