I was wondering what today’s post should be about when this email came through from a reader of my book… When people ask me why I do certain things… This is the reason. Indulge me Greetings Dr. Cinéas, Now that the dust has settled and this feeling is finally sinking in I had to take a moment to thank you for… (more…)
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Author Archives: DrJudiC
Dissertation Made Easy –18– Getting Out of Revision Junction
Lately I’m hearing a lot about the struggles of students stuck in eternal revision junction. Generally if you are having trouble getting your work approved by your committee there is something that is missing. Nine out of ten times it’s a gap in communication. Either they don’t get your ideas or you don’t get their instructions. Sit down and hash… (more…)
Dissertation Made Easy –17– The Waiting Game
Waiting is one of the most nerve wracking and potentially time consuming parts of the dissertation journey. You hurry to get your document in and now have to wait for someone to get back to you. The first thing you need to do to help you through this part is know your school’s policy. Most institutions allow faculty two weeks… (more…)
Dissertation Made Easy –16– Narrowing Down to The research Question
Most people start off with a general idea of what they want to study but nothing concrete. Wanting to do some big save the world project that encompasses everything under and above the sun the ideas seem to get broader instead of narrower. There is one very easy starting step to coming to your research question- What do you want… (more…)
Dissertation Made Easy –15– Not Neglecting Family & Friends
If you are a doctoral Candidate or even if you are still in classes and have not risen to candidacy yet, there is no doubt that you are busy. If you are working at the time that complicates matters even more. Since you don’t get additional hours in your day spending time with family and friends which doesn’t come with… (more…)
Dissertation Made Easy –14– Summer Funner or Bummer?
Summer has arrived and some decision will have to be made about accommodating life and dissertation. The first thought is to take the summer off to relax- That’s not exactly the best idea. When you start taking a semester off you start to fall out of your groove of productivity. That makes it much more difficult to get back on… (more…)
Dissertation Made Easy –13– Quantitative or Qualitative?
Study design is a very important component of the dissertation journey. The decision between qualitative and quantitative can be challenging but it does not need to be. The question that students ask often is which is easier. The answer is: Both and Neither. They both had the potential to be as easy as they can be a nightmare. A quantitative… (more…)
Dissertation Made Easy –12– When Enough is Enough For Your Lit Review
When writing a literature review, there’s a constant struggle to get everything in and keep it concise. It may seem like it can’t be done, but it certainly is possible.
Dissertation Made Easy –11– Conquering Your Lit Review
Getting through the literature review is half the dissertation battle. If you work smart you’ll get it done in no time.
Dissertation Made Easy -10- Getting Started With A Topic
Many students struggle with getting started on their dissertation because they want to study EVERY topic- Pick one now and get to the others after gradation.
Dr. Judi Cinéas
- I am Dr. Judi Cinéas (DrJudiC) the founder of Living The Dream, an organization providing Life Empowerment and Motivational Coaching to South Florida’s elite. With many years of experience as a psychotherapist, I use my counseling skills to help clients maximize their progress. Author of the book Six Months To Dr.: How To Complete A Dissertation In Six Months. I have also been working with doctoral candidates as to help them progress toward completing their theses and dissertations. I hold a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership and a Master of Social Work degree more than 12 years of experience working with individuals, families and organizations providing Counseling and Behavior Modification services in South Florida. After a rough start, I PHinisheD my dissertation in 6 months, and I wrote a book to show others how I did it. I even talk about the mistakes that caused my rough start so others won’t make it too. On this blog, I share some of the things I learned as well.
