Executive summary: Ranil Dissanayake, a senior fellow at the Center for Global Development, shares insights from his career in development economics, emphasizing the importance of writing, communicating ideas, and engaging with diverse perspectives.
Key points:
Dissanayake’s career path included pivotal experiences in Malawi, DFID, and working with mentor Stefan Decon.
His current role involves writing on various development topics, data analysis, and frequent conversations with colleagues.
Starting a blog and writing regular email roundups significantly boosted his career and visibility in the field.
He advises aspiring development economists to invest heavily in communication skills, write frequently, and engage in diverse conversations.
Reading widely across disciplines and teaching others are recommended for developing expertise and communication abilities.
Flexibility in work approach and openness to new ideas from various sources are emphasized as key to success in the field.
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Executive summary: Ranil Dissanayake, a senior fellow at the Center for Global Development, shares insights from his career in development economics, emphasizing the importance of writing, communicating ideas, and engaging with diverse perspectives.
Key points:
Dissanayake’s career path included pivotal experiences in Malawi, DFID, and working with mentor Stefan Decon.
His current role involves writing on various development topics, data analysis, and frequent conversations with colleagues.
Starting a blog and writing regular email roundups significantly boosted his career and visibility in the field.
He advises aspiring development economists to invest heavily in communication skills, write frequently, and engage in diverse conversations.
Reading widely across disciplines and teaching others are recommended for developing expertise and communication abilities.
Flexibility in work approach and openness to new ideas from various sources are emphasized as key to success in the field.
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