by Dr. Cara | Jul 1, 2024 | PhD Advisor
Balancing the demands of a PhD program is challenging and when you throw ADHD into the mix, it can feel like juggling flaming swords while riding a unicycle. But with the right strategies and tools, you can stay organized, focused and productive. Embrace Your Unique...
by caraweston | Aug 20, 2020 | Dissertation Coaching, Dissertation Supervisor, Finish dissertation, PhD Advisor
We live in a rainbow of chaos – Paul Cezanne A editor friend of mine frequently does a total desk clean-up before starting a writing project. Papers cleared, files organized, surface sparkling. She says it clears her mind for something new. “I can...
by Dr. Cara | Jun 18, 2020 | PhD Advisor
“The straight line, a respectable optical illusion which ruins many a man.” – Victor Hugo It’s embedded in many of us: Never Give Up. Nobody likes a quitter, after all. But the reality is that our lives consist of a series of choices and experiences...
by caraweston | May 28, 2020 | Dissertation Supervisor, Finish dissertation, PhD Advisor, Uncategorized
Key Strategies for Working with your Dissertation Supervisor When it comes to successfully reaching the highly anticipated Ph.D. Finish Line, so much depends on the working relationship you have with one key academic person: your dissertation supervisor. It’s true...
by caraweston | May 7, 2019 | PhD Advisor
Some years ago, a friend was writing her dissertation and after long, close work with her PhD advisor was given the go-ahead to take it forward to her committee for final approval. She had just put in three years of arduous work on her dissertation while also holding...
