ESA offers a series of educational and professional development webinars.  The live sessions are free and are open to both ESA members and nonmembers.  However, archived presentations are only available to members.  Click here for more information about ESA membership.  

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You have been selected for an interview, now what? Even the smartest and most qualified job seekers need to prepare for job interviews. Now that you have an interview, what are some of the things you need to do to prepare? Interviewing is a learned skill, and there are no second chances to make a great first impression. During this session, Dr Natalie Hummel will provide you ways to enhance your interview skills. 

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Approaching the Unapproachable: Tips and Tricks for Field Photography of Wary Insects presented by Ted MacRae.  During this webinar, you will learn some of the techniques that he uses to obtain close-up and macro photographs of these beautiful beetles and also techniques for field photography of other insects as well. 

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ESA Webinar on Congressional Visits presented by Julie Palakovich Carr. This webinar provides information about improving communication skills, tips for conducting a successful meeting with an elected official, and information about the importance of federal funding for biological research.

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How to Write a Good Scientific Paper presented by Dr. Tom Sappington. During this webinar, will show you how a well-structured paper allows the reader to understand: The general subject matter, background known about this topic, overall question/problem of interest and many other instructional guidance for the delivery of a good scientific paper.  

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How to Efficiently and Effectively Review a Journal Manuscript presented by Dr. Raymond Cloyd. This webinar will discuss how to efficiently and effectively review a journal manuscript by addressing factors associated with the manuscript submission and review process, decision to review, procedures affiliated with conducting an efficient and effective review of a journal manuscript, and the value of the manuscript review process.

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Creating Scientific Posters presented by Lana Johnson. Learn how to create scientific posters that your colleagues and advisors will not stop talking about. Our expert presenter helps you learn how to display your work with award-winning design. 

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Professional Networking presented by Tiffany Heng-Moss, Ph.D. and Robert K. D. Peterson, Ph.D. This webinar on professional networking features experts in the entomological field who provide helpful tips in order to help you build confidence and answer your questions. 

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Grant Writing 101 presented by Terri Fayle, Senior Grant Specialist, Kansas State University's College of Agriculture, Agricultural Experiment Station, and Cooperative Extension Service.This is the workshop you have been waiting for on grant writing. Grant Writing 101 will provide beginning researchers with some basic information. 

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Improve Your Data Presentation presented by Dr. Roger Moon.Improve Your Data Presentation provides three simple techniques that can be used to improve the effectiveness of data slides for use in spoken presentations. Authors should strive to simplify content, organize elements sensibly, and remove clutter that distracts viewer attention from the intended content. 

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