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Publishing

Effective publishing maximizes the reach and impact of your knowledge work.

Publication Types

TypeAudienceTimeline
Academic JournalResearchers6-18 months
Conference PaperPractitioners3-6 months
White PaperIndustry1-3 months
Blog PostGeneralDays-weeks
ReportStakeholders1-3 months

Process

1. Identify Target

  • Who needs this knowledge?
  • What format suits them best?
  • What channels do they use?

2. Prepare

  • Write for your audience
  • Follow format requirements
  • Include clear takeaways

3. Submit/Publish

  • Follow submission guidelines
  • Respond to feedback
  • Promote upon publication

Quality Checklist

  • Clear key message
  • Appropriate for audience
  • Well-structured
  • Evidence-based claims
  • Proper citations
  • Accessible language