![]() ![]() However the question remains, can you be a scientist and still be liked?īecause science is based upon the process of critical evaluation, pointing out flaws and faults in arguments and ideas, can become second nature. Scientists play an important role – there’s no denying it. Scientists are those who resist getting swept up by fantasy and instead try to take a good hard look at the facts. ![]() ![]() To begin with, Olson once again describes the value of scientists as society’s truth tellers, or as the “designated drivers” of reality. Part 4: Don’t be so unlikeable.Įven just the title of this chapter made me think – “What does he mean ‘unlikeable’? Is he talking about always agreeing with people? Or trying to look pretty and make friends?” It turns out there’s a bit more to it than that… The fourth instalment of Dr Randy Olson‘s book explores the trait of “likability” and its place in scientific communication. ![]()
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