Cynthia Fasola is doctoral candidate at the University of Greenwich with a background as a research manager. Her Phd explores feedback practices and the barriers that people from ethnic minority backgrounds face within academia.

In this episode we talk about building confidence and strong foundations in the PhD process.

Cynthia shares advice on navigating the PhD application process.

She reflects on the significance of the supervisory relationship and the importance of finding the right person for you!

Cynthia also touches on the importance on reflecting on your own motivations and challenges in order that you can put the right support in place.

You can connect with Cynthia here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-fasola

You can read a transcript of the episode here: thephdliferaft.com

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Making PhD Dreams a Reality with Cynthia Fasola