Similar to coding quantitative data, qualitative data coding can be used to extract engaging themes and theories from qualitative data. In this post, we’ll take a look at the importance of qualitative data in dissertation research, the various ways to code it, and how to determine the best approach to a data set. What Is […]

If you are anything like me, then having a few blogs and podcasts to follow is essential to every project – and dissertation blogs are no exception. In this post, I’ll share ten of my favorite research blogs for dissertation students, including academic, writing, and humorous options. (Don’t worry – we’ll get to podcasts another […]

A typical dissertation introductory chapter contains both a “background of the problem” section and a “problem statement” section. However, many students struggle to understand the difference between these two sections. The result is a poorly organized introduction that is difficult for a reader to follow. Here’s a quick and easy guide to telling these two sections […]

“Meetings with my dissertation supervisor leave me more confused than before. Maybe I’m not cut out for this.” – Anonymous Clinical Psychology Graduate Student Find out more about coaching ↗ In the past year, I have spoken to and worked with dozens of dissertation students, and the one issue that has come up more than […]

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A dissertation coach’s first and foremost priority is to help you cross the dissertation finishing line. Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash Whether you are just starting out in your graduate studies or are approaching a major dissertation milestone, the chances are you have seen a lot of advertisements for dissertation coaching services. However, you […]

You can expect to pay anything from $800 to $4000 per semester in dissertation coaching costs, depending on the level of service and the expertise of the coach. Expensive? Well, that depends. Dissertation coaching is an investment. While the upfront cost might feel steep, it is paltry when you consider what you are getting and […]

Whether you are just starting out in your graduate studies or are approaching a major dissertation milestone, the chances are you’ve seen a lot of advertisements for dissertation coaching services. But do you really need a coach? What can a coach actually do for you? Here are some of the top benefits my students have […]

With so many conflicting demands, it can be difficult to keep your work-life balance in check while writing your dissertation. However, mastering this balancing act is crucial to your academic success both now and in the future. As one researcher on Twitter shared recently, stats gathered by the Welcome Trust in 2020 indicate that work-life […]

ABD, or “all but dissertation,” is a term used frequently in the US to designate a PhD student who has passed all qualifying degree elements except for the writing, presentation, and defense of the doctoral dissertation. For many students, ABD can stand as both an exciting milestone and a terrifying sinkhole.  This is because ABD […]