by Dr. Cara | Mar 21, 2025 | Dissertation Coaching
I have a working theory: winter is the season when dissertations go into hibernation. The days are short, the nights are long and, understandably, your motivation to write disappears along with the sun at 4:30 PM. If your dissertation stalled out over the winter...
by Dr. Cara | Feb 11, 2025 | Dissertation Coaching
It’s a daily occurrence for the dissertation students I work with to ask me about ChatGPT and how they can safely use it. It’s like AI is the new academic caffeine—everyone’s buzzing about it but no one’s quite sure how much is too much. It’s certainly...
by Dr. Cara | Jan 15, 2025 | Dissertation Coaching
When I first started working in academia many years ago, the long and winding road to earning a Ph.D. was frequently reserved for the few who could navigate its formal structures and significant costs. Cut to today: the landscape has radically transformed. As a...
by Dr. Cara | Sep 27, 2024 | Dissertation Coaching
As a dissertation coach who has worked with students all around the world, one of the most common questions I get from students is: “How long should my dissertation be?” The answer is not straightforward but is a crucial consideration for anyone embarking...
by Dr. Cara | Aug 16, 2024 | Dissertation Coaching
Selecting the right Ph.D. program is a pivotal decision that can greatly influence your academic and professional future. With so many factors to consider, it’s essential to approach this choice thoughtfully. As a dissertation coach, I’ve had clients who...
by Dr. Cara | Aug 1, 2024 | Dissertation Coaching
As someone who navigated the labyrinth of doctoral studies mid-life, I’ve lived through the process you’re about to embark on. Writing a winning dissertation proposal will challenge you as it is truly the foundation your Ph.D. project is based on. In my case, when I...
