Demystifying the Main Types of Literature Reviews
Tackling a doctoral dissertation demands careful research, critical analysis, and a deep understanding of the existing body of knowledge in your field. At the heart of this journey lies the notorious literature review—a crucial section that not only demonstrates your...
How to Strengthen the Relationship with Your Dissertation Supervisor
Writing a dissertation isn't supposed to be a solitary journey. Ideally, a strong support network guides you to success, just like a ship relies on a navigation system to get through rough waters. A well-structured support system is the backbone of your academic...
Dissertation Writer´s Block: Moving Out of Frozen Mode
Ah, writer's block - the bane of every doctoral student's existence. There are times when no matter how hard you try to make progress on your dissertation, the words just don't seem to flow, and your mind feels as blank as a newly formatted page. Writer's block is a...
The 10 Best Apps for Academic Writers in 2023
I once asked a young dissertation writer whether her suddenly greying hair was due to ill health or personal tragedy; she answered: “It was the footnotes." Joanna Russ As a graduate student, you know that research, writing, and formatting can be a real challenge. But...
Navigating Your Dissertation With ADHD
Completing a doctorate degree is extremely challenging for anyone, but it can be especially difficult for students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Increasingly, I have dissertation coaching clients coming to me for extra support after receiving a...
Rising Above Perfectionism
Perfectionism is not the same thing as striving to be our best. Perfectionism is not about healthy achievement and growth; it's a shield. Brene Brown There are diverse reasons why students struggle to complete their dissertations and other academic goals. After...
Keep Your Dissertation on Track This Holiday Season
It's easy to let your dissertation writing routine fall apart during the holidays. You’ve made it this far, after all. Isn’t it time to let go of the reins for a while and fully enjoy the festivities? The shorter days and colder temperatures foster this mindset....
Autumn Dissertation Momentum
For those of us involved in academia, autumn is truly the start of the new year. Think about it. January isn’t really the best time to start anew. In the northern hemisphere, the colder, darker months can leave us feeling lackluster and depressed. On top of that,...
These Key Tips Will Help You Finish Your Dissertation
Below are five simple tips to help you finish your dissertation. These pointers are best considered at the beginning stages of the dissertation process but can be used at any point, to get things back on track or provide a bit of motivation during your darkest...
Dissertation Writing Tips from a Renowned Journalist
Whatever form of writing you’re engaged in, including the complex task of writing a doctoral dissertation, there are some general rules (A.K.A. gems of advice) that are worth repeating and heeding. Frank Bruni, long-term cultural, social and political critic for...