Begin with the end in mind - how to finish a PhD quickly, meaningfully and powerfully
Jul 27, 2022
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Keynote speaker Tara shares insights on completing a PhD efficiently, emphasizing the importance of personalized approaches and well-defined projects. She navigates through challenges like job market demands, data set issues, and authorship conflicts, while highlighting the significance of self-reliance, routine maintenance, and nurturing professional relationships in academia.
Time management is essential for efficient PhD completion, impacted by COVID-19 challenges and individual circumstances.
Self-motivation, planning milestones, and addressing thesis weaknesses are vital for successful PhD completion.
Deep dives
Importance of Time Management in Completing a PhD Quickly
Time management is crucial in completing a PhD efficiently. COVID-19 has impacted research methods and time availability for PhD students differently. Some students have benefited from increased research time due to reduced commuting and increased efficiency. PhD duration varies based on individual circumstances, and understanding one's time constraints and variations is essential for successful completion.
Strategies for Success in the Final Year of a PhD
The final year of a PhD is challenging emotionally and intellectually. Planning and prioritizing milestones are key to finishing on time. Identifying weaknesses in the thesis and addressing them is crucial during this phase. Maintaining motivation, setting deadlines, and focusing on daily progress can help combat overwhelm and ensure steady progress towards completion.
Self-Supervision and Personal Responsibility in PhD Completion
Completing a PhD requires self-motivation, clear priorities, and a focus on the end goal. Building productive relationships with supervisors and colleagues is valuable, but ultimately, the responsibility lies with the student. Managing emotions, developing daily work patterns, and staying focused on the thesis are essential for successful self-supervision and timely completion.
This is Tara's keynote presentation for the University of the Sunshine Coast. She was asked to talk about the PhD as a marathon - and how to complete it.
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