Alex Tamkin - Types of PhD Advisors
Hands-On vs Hands-Off Advising February 2021 (original twitter thread) I see a lot of discussion about "hands-on" vs "hands-off" advisors But I think there are at least 3 underlying dimensions here, each of which is worth considering in its own right: 1) Directiveness—how much your advisor directs
Hands-On vs Hands-Off Advising February 2021 (original twitter thread) I see a lot of discussion about "hands-on" vs "hands-off" advisors But I think there are at least 3 underlying dimensions here, each of which is worth considering in its own right: 1) Directiveness—how much your advisor directs your research, in terms of the problems you work on or day-to-day activities Low directiveness can mean lots of freedom and the space to think big and chart your own path. However, it can also leave some feeling adrift or unproductive. High directiveness can keep you accountable and set you…
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