Repeat after me...

[fjm]

Just because someone is really important, and has done amazing work doesn't mean they can't be wrong.

Mantra given to all PhD students and rather on my mind this morning.

Comments

[cakmpls]

Given that I edit mainly books by academics, for university presses, you are preaching to the choir with me!

[queenoftheskies]

I like that. It's so true.

[saare_snowqueen]

One of the first things I tell my new classes: Teachers are fallible. We are not always right and we do make mistakes.