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The world is changing…
And it’s changing fast. We’ve had to grapple with enormous shifts in the years since COVID. And now, we’re on the cusp of even crazier
The Power of Discipline
Tapping into The Power of Discipline Dissertation writing isn’t for the faint of heart. It’s a marathon, not a sprint. And it’s not a dreamy,
Achieve your Goals by Breaking the Start-Stop Cycle
The start of a new year always feels inspiring to me. I know January 1st is technically just another day, but you have to admit, New Years
Data saturation and qualitative research
In qualitative research, the term “data saturation” is used to describe the point at which the integration of new participants doesn’t produce new findings. When
Dissertation editing: How long does it take?
Dissertation editing can be an intense project, even for manuscripts already in great shape. The time required to edit a dissertation depends on the quality
How to write the Problem Statement
There’s a distinct formula and style to dissertation writing. Understanding the parts of a dissertation and how they all fit together will help greatly in
What’s a good dissertation topic?
The topic of your dissertation is a big deal. Generally, your dissertation topic is a subject you’ll eat, breathe, and sleep for at least a
Should I hire a dissertation coach? How to decide
If your dissertation journey isn’t progressing as you’d hoped, you may be wondering if it’s time to hire a dissertation coach. There are coaches for
Can you write a dissertation in 2 weeks? The truth.
If you landed on this page, it’s likely you’ve found yourself in an uncomfortable dissertation writing crunch. A little searching on Google or reddit will
The five chapters of a dissertation – What’s included?
Hey scholars! In this post, I give a brief run-down on what to include in the 5 chapters of a dissertation. I describe the order
Dissertation stress: How to overcome it and reach out for help
Writer’s block (noun): a psychological inhibition preventing a writer from proceeding with a piece. “Writer’s block” is a common phrase we use to describe that jammed
A helpful list of 10 APA7 updates to know
The APA released its updated 7th edition manual in 2019, replacing the 6th edition manual that was released in 2009. Over the last year, schools
Boost productivity with 6 proven strategies to end procrastination!
Procrastination is a leading cause of poor academic outcomes at all levels, from elementary all the way up to graduate school. All of us are
APA errors: How to avoid 10 common dissertation mistakes
After nearly a decade of academic editing, I’ve come to recognize a number of common APA errors in my clients’ work. These are actually errors
How to choose the right research method for your study
One of the first things to consider when developing your study is which research method you’ll choose: qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods. Consider the following
How to define your research scope
A common struggle for graduate and post-graduate researchers is defining the scope of their investigations. Armed with tons of new knowledge and research on a
Advice for dealing with dissertation criticism
Dealing with criticism is a part of life. Whether you’re a child who’s parents are criticizing your clothing choices or an adult who’s being grilled
Finding the right dissertation consultant, coach, or editor to help
Searching for a Dissertation Consultant? During a recent conversation, a good friend and fellow business owner was venting his frustrations over a series of marketing
Tips for creating a strong theoretical framework (and why it matters)
A Theoretical…what? If the words “theoretical framework” leave you dreaming of better times – times before you leapt into what can sometimes feel like an
Writing your literature review? Try these 4 helpful tips
So it’s time to begin your lit review… Of the five dissertation chapters, I’ve found my clients often dread the literature review the most. The
How to fix common issues with problem statements
Many students have a difficult time crafting problem statements for their dissertations. This is often because they use logic — but so much of the
What you need to know about the 85/15 rule
One thing that trips up a lot of students up is the 85/15 rule. Basically, this means that 85% of the studies you cite in
How to handle dissertation feedback with grace
The number of revisions that committee and board members can demand never ceases to amaze me. You’d think that by now, I’d come to fully
Research 101: Developing strong questions
One of the first steps in the dissertation writing process should be drafting research questions. Your research questions are the core of your dissertation, out