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Motivational Quotes for the PhD Journey

The PhD journey is a long one where it’s easy and normal to feel unmotivated for certain stretches of time. We all need a little inspiration to perk us up during those days. Jenny Mak offers you four handy motivational quotes for when the going gets tough during your PhD…

“Success requires Action”

We all procrastinate. It’s something that is easy to do especially at the beginning of your PhD when it feels like you have a lot of time. But to be successful—by this I mean successfully finishing and submitting your thesis—it’s not enough to say that you want a PhD, you also have to do the work. Doing the work means sitting down at your desk, butt firmly stuck to chair, and just doing it. It helps to set yourself concrete goals like writing 500 words a day, and trying your best to meet that target every day.

“Progress, not Perfection”

Perfectionism often gets confused with having high standards. For me, this has meant that I’d revised a chapter countless times before sending it to my supervisors for feedback because I felt that it just wasn’t right. But here’s the problem: the “right” version doesn’t exist. It’s an illusion—painfully shattered when you get back said chapter with lots of critical comments from your supervisor. Conversely, something that you think is “average” might actually be good enough for your supervisor. It’s good to have high standards, but don’t kill yourself over them. “Good enough” tends to be good enough. Check out Petra Kolber’s TED talk titled “The Perfection Detox” for some sharp insights into the perils of perfectionism.

“Eat the Elephant one bite at a time”

I don’t remember where I heard this quote. But it came handy in the late stages of my PhD when I felt tired and frustrated that no matter how much and how fast I was writing and revising, there still seemed to be no end in sight. Finishing a thesis can feel like having a huge elephant in front of you that you’re supposed to eat in its entirety. Of course, if you mainly focus on how massive this elephant is and when you can finish eating it up, you will feel overwhelmed. But if you take the elephant bite by bite, and not think about how much of it is left, one day the elephant will be all gone. The same goes for your thesis: break it down to small actionable tasks and do one task after another, until it is done and ready for submission.

“Enjoy Climbing the Mountain”

Doing a PhD is extremely challenging work. While we do it for the intellectual stimulation, sometimes we might wonder: why do we put ourselves through such difficulty? If you need a reminder of why you have chosen to do this, here is a quote by Tadashi Yanai , the founder of Uniqlo, which I have found helpful: “I’m never really satisfied with anything because the world is ever-changing. If you keep climbing up, then you see another, higher mountain. You climb up that peak and see another. I will pass away eventually because that is life. But I am climbing mountains because I enjoy the process of climbing a mountain.”

What challenges have you faced in your PhD so far? What motivational quotes did you find helpful when you had to face these challenges? Tweet us at @ResearchEx , email us at [email protected], or leave a comment below.

Jenny Mak is a PhD researcher in the English and Comparative Literary Studies department at the University of Warwick. Her research looks at embodied experiences of globalisation in contemporary world literature. She has a background in creative writing, journalism, publishing, and sports training.

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Top 20 motivational quotes for PhD students

Everyone needs some extra motivation from time to time. PhD students are no exception. Here is a list of the 20 best motivational quotes for PhD students.

1. You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anybody.

– Maya Angelo

2. We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.

– Aristotle

3. Do what you feel in your heart to be right – for you’ll be criticized anyway.

– Eleanor Roosevelt

4. If you work on something a little bit every day, you end up with something that is massive.

– Kenneth Goldsmith

5. Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.

– William James

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6. Everything is hard before it is easy.

7. our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall..

– Confucius

8. If you get tired, learn to rest, not to quit.

9. i never lose. either i win or learn..

– Nelson Mandela

10. Life is a balance between holding on and letting go.

11. remember, you have been criticizing yourself for years and it hasn’t worked. try approving of yourself and see what happens..

– Louise L Hay

12. We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us.

– Joseph Campbell

13. The measure of intelligence is the ability to change.

– Albert Einstein

14. Failure after long perseverance is much grander than never to have a striving good enough to be called a failure.

– George Eliot

15. If you don’t write, nothing will change.

16. action is the foundational key to all success..

– Pablo Picasso

17. If I cannot do great things, I can do small things in a great way.

– Martin Luther King Jr.

18. Done is better than perfect.

– Sheryl Sandberg

19. Believe you can and you’re halfway there.

– Theodore Roosevelt

20. To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.

– Ralph Waldo Emerson

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60 Best Motivational Quotes for PhD Students

Motivational Quotes for PhD Students

Motivational Quotes for PhD Students: Getting into a PhD program can be one of the most rewarding things that a person will do. A Ph.D. is not for the faint of heart. The degree is earned through long years of research and hard work. Make sure you’re motivated to make it to your goal.

Motivational quotes help us in our difficult moments. They boost and inspire our morale when we are feeling low, desperate, or exhausted. Motivational quotes for Ph.D. students are so important at times as we are overwhelmed. Still, these inspirational words can be that refreshing medicine that helps us fight back and overcome the obstacle.

You know what they say – you must face the music; in life, there comes a time when you must take the bull by the horns. When it comes to studying for Ph.D. exams, you have to put in the time and effort required to succeed. The trick is to remain motivated and focused on your target rather than succumbing to anger or stress. These motivational quotes can help keep you on track.

I am bound to succeed, for the harder I work, the luckier I get. – Thomas Jefferson
Life is like riding a bicycle; to keep your balance, you must keep moving. – Albert Einstein
Live the life you’ve imagined. Imagine the life you now live.
Sometimes you just have to go after what you want. – Unknown
There is no wealth but life. Life, including all its powers of love, joy, and admiration.
Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.
To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.
Do not go where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.
Unstoppable Ph.D.’s take on the fear of failure.
Getting motivated to tackle challenging work every day can be tricky. Are you motivated?
You can do anything you put your mind to. You will be who you want to be. You can change the world!
Dedication. Persistence.” – Dr. Adam Perkins
Pursue your dreams, and hard work will pay off—if you want it badly enough, failure won’t stop you. Just keep going.
When you’re a Ph.D. student, every day is an accomplishment. Every paper is an adventure. Life’s a journey, not a destination. Stuff happens.
A Ph.D. serves as a light during graduate school, but it’s a lantern during the job hunt.
Dress for the job you want, not the job you have. – C.P.A. Calvin Walker
Sometimes, I need to tap into the courage and motivation to keep going in life, but it never hurts to take a moment to remember how far I’ve come. You got this!
You are the person who can do more than you think you can. – Eleanor Roosevelt
The secret to getting ahead is getting started. The secret to getting started is breaking your complex overwhelming tasks into small manageable tasks and then creating the first one.
Sometimes I imagine success as a small, flickering flame. Then, I remember—that spark is a raging fire.
Earn it” is not just a locker room saying. It’s something that we should live by every day.
Just surround yourself with like-minded people, and you’ll be set. Keep going.
Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference. -Winston Churchill #phdlife
Challenges are what make life enjoyable, and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful. – Joshua J. Marine
Don’t let the past hold you back; your future isn’t written in stone.
It’s no use to talk about what you’ll do when you’re successful unless you have a clear idea of where you will end up…
It’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.
Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” — George Bernard Shaw.
Carol Deitrich once said, “Forget the haters; they’re not worth your time.” We can relate to that.
Keep moving forward. Whatever you do, make sure that it pushes you in the right direction to where you want to be.
There is no such thing as an unsuccessful life—just unsuccessful people.
Fall officially starts tomorrow, but it’s here in spirit today.” ― John Green.
Sometimes you just have to treat yourself; we got your favorite smoothie flavors ready for you. Stay on the path to that Ph.D.!
Opportunities, like fruit, don’t fall from trees; you create them. Make your opportunities to go places and meet people.
Make time for memories. Everyone deserves to spend time with the ones they love.
No matter how busy you are, always take the time to say I love you.
I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. ― Maya Angelou
I love that you don’t know what you will become; it’s exciting and terrifying. – Chelsea Manning
Turn away from the screen and enjoy these last few moments of summer. These are your days. -author unknown
Reach for the moon. If you fall, you’ll land among the stars.
Sometimes you just have to make the most of a bad situation. – Dave Ramsey
There is no elevator to success. You have to take the stairs.
Never stop pushing yourself to achieve what you know you’re capable of achieving. Congratulations on all your hard work and accomplishments so far. You’ve earned it, and we’re proud of you.
Never give up on your dreams because it always makes you feel like one day, your number will be up, and you’ll make it.
Your heart is your compass.”
Either you think you can, or you believe you can’t—either way, you’re right. #grahampearson
Work hard, do the best you can, and give it everything you’ve got. You only get to be a Ph.D. candidate for a short time, so live a little!
It’s always darkest before the dawn. The night is just a metaphor for life before success. There will be plenty of time to sleep when you are dead. The most painful lessons in life often produce the greatest and most beautiful outcomes. #phD
Your margin is my sweet spot; don’t be afraid to share your success. Good luck today, cheers to a smooth day.
When life is telling you no, remember that God is telling you YES to something better.
If you believe in yourself and have dedication and pride – and never quit, you’ll be a winner. The price of victory is high, but so are the rewards. -Paul “Bear” Bryant
We’re in it for the long haul. Life is a marathon, not a sprint.
No one knows what you can do until you try. So, what’s stopping you?
Failure is the stepping stone to success, but at the same time, don’t be afraid of failure. Go for it, again and again.
These are for the days you think your thesis will never end # Ph.D. #phdstudent #phdischargenegative
The beautiful thing about learning is you never run out of things to learn.💡
Pursuing your passion doesn’t mean it will arrive on your doorstep with a big red bow. It means you get to work harder at something you are crazy about. ~Eliza Doolittle
Be the change you want to see in the world. Stay focused 🔋 on what you love.
Your Ph.D. is an adventure, not a destination.
Life reflects the person you are, and that person you are a reflection of what you believe. Make sure your life reflects who YOU want to be.
You are kind of beautiful. And you deserve every happiness. -Toni Morrison #theglimpsediary
You’re relaxing; you’re studying, you’re having fun with your studies. How? With the perfect balance of fun and excitement. That’s what it is to be a Ph.D. student. 🤓 🎉
We know you’ve got it in you. And we’re inspired by the work you do. From lab to life, your curiosity fuels your own. We’re proud to be your partner in exploring all the possibilities of today.
We’re constantly chasing the horizon, but we tend to forget what’s right behind us. Remember to enjoy where you are in life and be grateful for every moment!”
“I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be.”-Douglas Adams, The Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul #phd
You’ve got this, you exceptional Ph.D. candidate!
The road of life is long, but it’s really up to you how to get there. – Anonymous #quote
You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. Celebrate being awesome.
Work hard. Be nice to people. Make good art.
To be successful, you need to take a lot of things from life. If I am good, it is because there are a thousand men and women who have helped make me so.” (Helen Hayes)
I dedicate my success to being persistent, never giving up, and following my heart.
The hardest part about succeeding is taking the first step. The second is having confidence in yourself.
Don’t just wait for opportunities. Seize them. #phd
Fall is officially upon us. Let the crisp air fill you with determination for this upcoming school year. Good luck, future PhDs!
Do your own thing! Love your life! Live in the moment! #motivation #quotes
May you achieve all the success and happiness you desire.
You only fail when you stop trying. So keep trying. ―Dr. Seuss #keepgoing
You must be the change you wish to see in the world. – Gandhi #phdlife
I’m a student studying ph.d. social sciences. Some weeks are better than others, but I’ve always tried to find the good in all situations. Sometimes we’re in the pit, but happiness is a choice, and it’s worth it to.
Make the right choice: Be Resourceful.
Work hard. There are no shortcuts to accomplishment. – Oleg
When you feel like giving up, remember why you held on for so long. – Will Smith
Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma—which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your inner voice.
Being an outsider and feeling alone is a sign, not a problem. It’s a sign that the things you believe in are ahead of their time. It’s a sign that you have new ideas and challenges ahead of you. Being alone doesn’t mean.
This summer, I’ll remember that wherever I am, there’s a whole world within me. And if there’s a whole world within me, there must be a whole world out there. #summer #vacation #travel #world
It’s not where you start; it’s where you finish.
Which quote lights your fire today? Knowledge is power” – Marshawn Lynch #phdquote
“It’s not that I’m so smart, it’s just that I stay with problems longer.” -Albert Einstein #phdproblems
For every 100 hours, you learn, practice, or teach.
Hey you, you’re already awesome! If you start each day believing that anything is possible. #alreadyawesome
Be your hero; life depends on it. – Norm Paperno
Be fearless and know that you can do anything.
There is no passion for being found playing small, in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living. -Nelson Mandela
If your dreams don’t scare you, they aren’t big enough. -Les Brown
It is hard to soar like an eagle when turkeys surround you. #phd #student
Just keep pushing. Keep pushing yourself to be something you are proud of.*
Be proud of who you are, and have fun doing it. Everything else will follow.
Never be afraid to raise your voice for honesty and truth and compassion against injustice and lying and greed.
It wasn’t until I stopped being afraid of what would happen if I tried and fell short when I started getting where I wanted to go. – Dan Gardner
If you can dream it, you can do it.
Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.
Keep moving forward. Push yourself beyond your limits. You are capable of more than you think. Remember, you can achieve anything if you set your mind to it. #MotivationalMonday
They are inspiring the next generation of divers who will follow in their footsteps into the deep blue. Diving Locker is proud to be partnered with Team Ph.D., and we look forward to watching them grow. ✌🏽
Don’t find time to do things. Make time.’ Elan Gale
If you are sitting there dreaming of success but can’t seem to get there — you need to take action!
Nothing worth having can be easily attained. #phd #study
There’s a reason for everything. It is always hard to see on the dark side of things, but it makes you stronger and helps you better understand what you want and why you are here. Live your life fully with no regrets.
Turn your past into better days ahead. Move on from yesterday, but don’t forget it.
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less traveled by. And that has made all to difference. – Robert Frost
It is not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves. Sir Edmund Hillary
30% of your life will be spent on your job. Make sure you’re trying to enjoy it as much as possible.
Work hard, Be kind; always remember there is someone in the world that loves you. #backtohuman
Be relentless. Everyone knows how to work hard; few people know how to work smart. Be exceptional at everything you do, and all things will be possible. -Hootsuite
Choose the path less traveled. And revel in the rewards of those who do.
You’ve spent years of your life researching, writing, and rewriting your thesis. The day is finally here. Congratulations, doctor!
Love your insecurity. It will never leave you and always keep you searching for more. – Nelson Mandela
When you’ve tried and failed again and again, and your self-esteem is shot, and you want to give up… but find that if you just keep going, you can get so much further than you ever thought possible.
When you’re trying to do something new, something that’s going to get out there into the real world, you have to focus. You have to prepare for the worst and hope for the best.
There is a difference between interest and commitment. When you’re interested in doing something, you do it only when it’s convenient. When you’re committed to something, you accept no excuses, only results. -Khalil Gibran
It’s not that you won’t be scared. You will be. Everyone is. It’s what you do next that counts.
The man says, “Give me a fish, and I will eat for a day. Teach me to fish, and I will eat forever.”
Don’t be afraid of failure — be afraid of not trying at all.

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Congratulations Messages for PhD or Doctorate Degree

PhD Congratulations Message : Earning a Ph.D. degree is a big stepping stone towards a brighter future. Congratulate them on achieving the doctorate degree and becoming a doctor of their own destiny. Send them warm congratulatory wishes while acknowledging their hardship and sacrifices. Appreciate your brother, sister, husband, wife, son, daughter, teacher, friends, or any beloved ones for achieving their doctorate degree and make them feel great about such a great accomplishment. Earning a doctorate is not easy, so appreciate all their efforts by congratulating them on their big achievement!

PhD Congratulations Message

Congratulations on achieving your PhD. I have seen you working hard day and night and now all the hardship has paid well, proud of you.

Congratulations on your hard-earned Doctorate degree! May this be the stepping stone of your future endeavors!

Congratulations {PUT NAME}! May this Ph.D. be the beginning of many more successful endeavors.

Congratulations on successfully completing your Ph.D. and making us all proud. You have always been so dedicated and sure it is very inspiring indeed.

Your long-cherished dream of becoming a Ph.D. holder has finally come true. Many congratulations on your success. You’ve inspired all of us not only to dream but also to work hard to achieve them.

You left no stone unturned in these years and I want you to know that I am extremely proud of you. Congratulations on earning your PHD.

Your hard work has finally paid off! Congratulations on your Ph.D. and best wishes for the future.

I am extremely proud of you for successfully completing your doctorate. May God help you to achieve your other dreams too. Love you.

You never took pride in your achievements but it is time to feel proud. You have nailed it and outshined us all. Proud of you, mate.

Congratulations on shining bright and scoring this PhD Degree. It seems all your hard work has paid off at last. So proud of you my dear brother.

My warmest congratulations for making it to the end and achieving your degree. All the hardship has paid off lavishly, proud to call you my sister.

Your dream of holding a doctorate degree by your name has finally been fulfilled. I cannot be any prouder than I am today. Love you so much.

Dear Son, heartiest congratulations on earning a PhD degree. It was never easy but did not give up. May God bless you forever. Love you.

Congratulations on your Ph.D. dear daughter! I am so proud of you, and I believe that you are destined to do many more great things.

Congratulations on earning a doctorate degree. Thank you for setting such a great example, teacher. Many happy returns of such a remarkable success.

Congratulations on completing your PhD! Your compassion and perseverance are truly fascinating!

Years of labor and endurance have finally brought you this honorable success! Congratulations, doctor!

Congratulations on your remarkable achievement! I appreciate your persistent hard work!

This doctorate degree ensures a bright future with lots of money for you! You’ve got wings now and you can soar high, Mr. Doctor. Congratulations!

It is a great pleasure and honor to hear that all your hardship finally has finally paid off with this Ph.D. degree. May God bless you and help you achieve more in life.

Congratulations on earning a doctorate degree, dear husband. You are and always will be a source of inspiration for me.

I am thrilled to know about your huge triumph! Congratulations! Your achievement is extraordinary!

Sending my warmest greetings for proving yourself over and over again. Many happy returns of this day and once again congratulations on achieving a Ph.D. Degree.

Congratulations Message for Doctor Degree

Congratulations on your doctorate degree! This is surely one of many achievements to come!

Congratulations on your doctorate degree! Your hardships have paid off and lead you to the epitome of your academic journey! Good luck ahead!

Congratulations on earning your doctorate and making us all proud! You are truly an inspiration to everyone around you.

Congratulations on nailing another successful chapter of your life! I am immensely proud of you and your doctorate.

Seeing the Dr. before your name makes me feel proud. Congratulations on your doctorate!

Congratulations! You have proven to the world that hard work can fulfill any dream!

Congratulations on your doctorate degree! You always stand up to your reputation and make us proud!

congratulations message for doctor degree

Success comes to those who have earned it with their ceaseless effort. Congratulations and good luck!

Congratulations on attaining your Doctorate degree! Your hard work, patience, and perseverance were bound to bear fruit! We are proud of this success!

A hearty congratulations on your doctorate degree! You have marveled at us with your incredible dedication and hard work!

PhD Congratulations Card Messages

Nothing makes me prouder than seeing you shine brightly. Congratulations on your Ph.D. I’m glad for you!

Congratulations to you on becoming a PhD holder! I hope all the struggles are worth this drill and now you can soar higher than ever. Best wishes for the future.

I knew that you would achieve every success in life, and I am happy to see you shine. Congratulations on your Ph.D.!

Congratulations on achieving your doctorate degree. Now that you have completed such a milestone, I pray you find happiness and satisfaction in life as well.

You have proved again how dedicated and strong-willed you are. Congratulations on earning your Ph.D. I am truly happy for your success.

You truly have proved your self-dedication and perseverance, dear sister. May God bless you to achieve all the success that is waiting for you. Congratulations on your PHD.

Thank you for proving once again how strong and dedicated you are when it comes to achieving your goals. I love you so much, son. Congratulations on your degree.

Congratulation on such a major success. Your hardship and efforts have finally paid you off with a doctorate degree in your hand. Love you so much.

Thank you for holding our heads high and achieving the Ph.D. Your courage and dedication have led you to earn this, extremely proud of you.

Funny PhD Wishes

Congratulations on your PhD! I’m sure your body has more coffee running than blood by now!

Congratulations! Glad that you have obtained your doctorate before going completely bald!

If you have survived pursuing a Ph.D., life cannot knock you down anymore! Congratulations!

Congratulations on completing your PhD! Rest your brain for a while lest it short-circuits!

Ph.D. is like labor pain; the process is hard, but it’s all worth it in the end! Congratulations on your Ph.D. completion!

Congratulations! Now that you have attained your degree, it’s time to meet the outside world!

Although you have become a doctor now, refrain from performing CPR! Congratulations!

PhD Completion Best Wishes and Proud Messages

Best wishes for your PhD! Your burning passion speaks through your achievement!

Congratulations on attaining your PhD! May this accomplishment encourage you to thrive more in the future! My best wishes go to you!

Congratulations on receiving your hard-earned PhD! May you do wonders for the world!

Congratulations on your PhD! Best wishes for the upcoming triumphs and endeavors!

This milestone was not easy to reach, but you never stopped running. Congratulations and best wishes!

Congratulations on obtaining your PhD! We are delighted to see your excellent academic performance throughout the journey.

We are overjoyed to know about your academic performance! Congratulations on your Ph.D.! You have certainly made us the proudest peers ever!

Your accomplishments never fail to amaze us! Congratulations on your successful completion of your Ph.D.!

PhD/Doctor Degree Congratulations Wishes for Social Media

Weldone for successfully completing your PhD. I’m proud of you.

Finnaly, you nailed it! Congratulations Doctor on your hard-earned doctoral degree.

The journey wasn’t easy, but it was worth it. Congratulations on earning your Ph.D.!

You are smarter than most people, and now you have a Ph.D. to prove it! Congratulations and best wishes to you.

Congratulations, Dr. You have worked hard to go this far in life and deserve to be proud of yourself.

This is a prestigious degree, and you have earned it like a champ! Congratulations and much love to you.

Achieving a doctorate degree is not an easy deal. One has to sacrifice a lot to earn this. After all the hardship, the person achieving a Ph.D. deserves to be praised wholeheartedly. Sending some congratulatory messages with your warm and enthusiastic words will make the moment more cheerful. A Ph.D. or Doctorate is the highest form of education that anyone can ever get and this is not just a degree. As the degree will bring a new perspective into one’s life, let him/her enjoy the moment for achieving the hard-earned doctorate degree. Send some sweet and warm Ph.D. congratulatory messages to make them feel great about themselves as such a degree should be celebrated without any doubt. Years of hard work finally result in such an achievement so salute it. Let’s wish them a day full of sunshine a pocket full of dreams and congratulate them with encouraging words right from your heart.

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40 Tips for Successful PhD Completion

Pro Tips for Successful PhD Completion

1-10: setting the foundation, 11-20: research conduct and methodology, 21-30: writing and presentation skills, 31-40: final stages and beyond for successful phd completion.

The journey of a PhD is a challenging yet rewarding pursuit. Completing a PhD requires dedication, resilience, and effective strategies. In this article, iLovePhD listed 40 Tips for a Successful Ph.D. Completion will guide you through the maze of research and ensure a successful culmination of your PhD journey.

Navigating the Research Maze: 40 Tips for Successful PhD Completion

Define Clear Objectives: Clearly outline your research objectives to maintain focus and direction.
Create a Realistic Timeline: Develop a comprehensive timeline for research, writing, and revisions to stay on track.
Select the Right Supervisor: Choose a supervisor whose expertise aligns with your research interests for effective guidance.
Regular Meetings with Supervisor: Maintain consistent communication with your supervisor to ensure ongoing support.
Constructive Feedback: Embrace feedback as a valuable tool for improvement and refinement.
Establish a Support System: Cultivate a network of peers and mentors to provide essential support and guidance.
Develop Good Reading Habits: Stay updated on relevant literature to enhance your understanding and inform your research.
Time Management: Prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to prevent overwhelm.
Stay Organized: Keep meticulous records of research, experiments, and findings for easy reference.
Embrace Technology: Utilize advanced tools and software for efficient data analysis, organization, and writing.

11. Thorough Literature Review: Conduct a comprehensive literature review to identify gaps and contribute to existing knowledge.

Refine Research Questions: Continuously refine and clarify your research questions to maintain precision.
Ethical Considerations: Adhere to ethical guidelines in all research practices for integrity.
Pilot Studies: Conduct pilot studies to test methodologies before full-scale implementation.
Data Management: Establish a robust system for organizing and storing research data securely.
Quantitative and Qualitative Balance: Employ a balanced approach to both quantitative and qualitative research methods.
Mitigate Bias: Actively address potential biases in your research to ensure objectivity.
Collaborate with Peers: Engage with fellow researchers to gain diverse perspectives and insights.
Adaptability: Be prepared to adapt your research plan based on unexpected challenges.
Regularly Review Progress: Periodically assess your progress to stay on track and make necessary adjustments.

21. Start Writing Early: Initiate thesis drafting early to allow sufficient time for revisions.

Outline Thoroughly: Create a detailed outline to guide your writing process and maintain coherence.
Effective Writing Practices: Adopt clear and concise writing practices for better communication.
Cite Properly: Follow citation guidelines meticulously to avoid plagiarism and ensure academic integrity.
Proofreading and Editing: Regularly proofread and edit your work to enhance clarity and coherence.
Seek Writing Assistance: Don’t hesitate to seek help from writing centers or peers for valuable input.
Conference Participation: Present your research at conferences to receive constructive feedback.
Develop Presentation Skills: Hone your presentation skills for clear and impactful communication.
Peer Review Your Work: Exchange drafts with peers for constructive criticism and improvement.
Create Engaging Visuals: Use visuals effectively in presentations and the thesis for enhanced clarity.

31. Manage Stress Effectively: Implement stress-management techniques during the final stages to stay focused.

Celebrate Milestones: Acknowledge and celebrate small victories throughout the research process.
Prepare for the Viva: Thoroughly prepare for your viva defense to showcase the depth of your research.
Embrace Constructive Criticism: Approach criticism with an open mind, viewing it as an opportunity for growth.
Publish Your Research: Contribute to academic discourse by publishing your research findings.
Networking Opportunities: Attend academic events for valuable networking opportunities.
Job Market Preparation: Begin preparing for the job market well in advance of completing your Ph.D.
Balance Work and Life: Strive for a healthy work-life balance to ensure long-term well-being.
Reflect on the Journey: Take time to reflect on the entire Ph.D. journey and the valuable lessons learned.
Continued Learning: Cultivate a habit of continuous learning even after completing your Ph.D.

Successfully completing a PhD requires a combination of dedication, resilience, and strategic planning. By incorporating these 40 tips into your journey, you’ll be better equipped to navigate the challenges and emerge successfully on the other side. Remember, each step forward is a significant achievement, bringing you closer to realizing your academic aspirations. Best of luck on your PhD journey!

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Stress Management for PhD Students: Finding Inner Peace Through Inspiring Quotes

Pursuing a PhD is no easy feat. It requires a significant amount of time, effort, and dedication. Along with the challenges of coursework and research, PhD students often experience high levels of stress, anxiety, and burnout. However, stress is not an inevitable part of the PhD journey, and it is possible to manage it effectively with the right tools and techniques. In this post, we’ll explore some inspiring quotes that can help PhD students to cope with stress and find inner peace.

“The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another.” – William James

“The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another.” William James

One of the most important aspects of stress management is learning to control our thoughts and emotions. We can’t always control the circumstances that cause stress, but we can choose how we react to them. This quote by psychologist William James emphasizes the power of choice and the importance of taking control of our thoughts. When we find ourselves becoming overwhelmed with stress, it can be helpful to pause, take a deep breath, and choose to focus on positive thoughts instead.

“Stress is an ignorant state. It believes that everything is an emergency.” – Natalie Goldberg

“Stress is an ignorant state. It believes that everything is an emergency.” Natalie Goldberg

Stress often arises from a sense of urgency and a feeling that we must constantly be doing something. However, this perspective is not accurate or helpful. Stress is often a result of our own thoughts and beliefs, and it’s important to recognize that not everything is an emergency. This quote by Natalie Goldberg highlights the ignorance of stress and reminds us to step back and evaluate our thoughts and priorities.

“It’s not stress that kills us, it is our reaction to it.” – Hans Selye

“It’s not stress that kills us, it is our reaction to it.” Hans Selye

Stress can be harmful to our health, but it is not the stress itself that causes harm. Rather, it’s our reactions to stress that can lead to physical and emotional health problems. This quote by Hans Selye, the father of stress research, reminds us that we have the power to control our reactions to stress. By developing healthy coping mechanisms, we can minimize the harmful effects of stress on our well-being.

“The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” – Nelson Mandela

“The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” Nelson Mandela

PhD students often experience setbacks and failures during their journey. However, it’s important to remember that these challenges are not permanent and that they can be overcome. This quote by Nelson Mandela highlights the importance of resilience and the ability to bounce back from adversity. When faced with stress or difficult challenges, PhD students can remind themselves of their strength and resilience, and use it as motivation to keep moving forward.

“Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the ability to cope with it.” – Unknown

“Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the ability to cope with it.” Unknown

Stress is a natural part of life, and it’s important to understand that it is not possible to eliminate it completely. However, what we can do is develop the ability to cope with it effectively. This quote highlights the difference between peace and the absence of conflict and emphasizes the importance of developing the skills to manage stress in a healthy way.

“In times of great stress or adversity, it’s always best to keep busy, to plow your anger and your energy into something positive.” – Lee Iacocca

“In times of great stress or adversity, it’s always best to keep busy, to plow your anger and your energy into something positive.” Lee Iacocca

One of the most effective ways to manage stress is to channel it into productive activities. This quote by Lee Iacocca reminds us that keeping busy with positive activities can help to dissipate stress and provide a sense of accomplishment. Whether it’s exercise, art, volunteering, or other hobbies, finding an outlet for stress can be an effective way to reduce its impact on our well-being.

“The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” – Steve Jobs

“The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” Steve Jobs

Finding passion and purpose in our work can go a long way in reducing stress and improving our overall happiness. This quote by Steve Jobs highlights the importance of finding joy in our work and reminds us that when we love what we do, it doesn’t feel like work at all. PhD students can apply this principle by finding ways to connect their research with their personal interests and passions.

“Take care of your body, it’s the only place you have to live.” – Jim Rohn

“Take care of your body, it’s the only place you have to live.” Jim Rohn

Stress can have a significant impact on our physical health, and it’s important to take care of ourselves in order to manage it effectively. This quote by Jim Rohn emphasizes the importance of self-care and taking care of our bodies. PhD students can practice self-care by getting enough sleep, eating well, and engaging in physical activity.

“The purpose of our lives is to be happy.” – Dalai Lama

“The purpose of our lives is to be happy.” Dalai Lama

Ultimately, the goal of managing stress is to improve our overall happiness and well-being. This quote by the Dalai Lama reminds us that happiness should be our ultimate objective and that we should strive to find it in every aspect of our lives. PhD students can find happiness by prioritizing self-care, maintaining a positive outlook, and finding joy in their work.

In conclusion, managing stress is a critical part of the PhD journey, and it’s important to have the tools and techniques to do so effectively. By utilizing inspiring quotes, PhD students can find comfort and guidance in the words of great thinkers and leaders, and find the inner peace and happiness they need to succeed. Remember, stress is a natural part of life, but it doesn’t have to control us. With the right approach, we can turn stress into a catalyst for growth and success.

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Finding the right graduation quote can be a tedious process. After four years of hard work, you want to commemorate this special moment with the right words. Something that defines who you are and sets the tone for the future. The truth of the matter is, it takes lots of blood, sweat, tears, and ramen to make it to graduation —especially after nearly two years of remote learning .

But, the day has finally come for you to don your hard-earned graduation robes, decorate your cap, and rewatch your favorite graduation movies to get excited for the big day. Bear your tassel proudly, and find the right motto for graduation Instagrams, of course. Hey, you didn’t work this hard in school just to post a captionless photo, right?

From inspirational quotes from Taylor Swift to Ariana Grande ’s words of wisdom, we rounded up the best graduation quotes from celebrities, athletes, politicians, writers, cartoon characters and more. These thoughtful bits of advice are perfect to include in graduation cards, a commencement speech , or even to use for inspirational senior quotes in your yearbook. The choice is yours! Read on to discover 130 best graduation quotes.

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"Your life is your adventure. And the adventure ahead of you is a journey to fulfill your own purpose and potential." —Kerry Washington
“If you can do what you do best and be happy, you are further along in life than most people.” —Leonardo DiCaprio
"Education is the most powerful weapon we can use to change the world." —Nelson Mandela
"Your education is a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours to lead." —Nora Ephron
"You are about to start the greatest improvisation of all. With no script. No idea what's going to happen, often with people and places you have never seen before. And you are not in control. So say 'yes.' And if you're lucky, you'll find people who will say 'yes' back." —Stephen Colbert
"You must have some vision for your life. Even if you don't know the plan, you have to have a direction in which you choose to go." —Oprah
"You don’t go to university so you can punch a clock. You go to university so you can be in a position to make a difference." —Janet Napolitano
"Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today." —Malcolm X
"I've learned it's important not to limit yourself. You can do whatever you really love to do, no matter what it is." —Ryan Gosling
"Fight for what makes you optimistic about the world. Find it, insist on it, dig into it, go after it." —Jennifer Garner
"Intelligence plus character—that is the goal of true education." —Martin Luther King Jr.
"You cannot dream of becoming something you do not know about. You have to learn to dream big. Education exposes you to what the world has to offer, to the possibilities open to you." —Sonia Sotomayor
"If I must give any of you advice it would be say yes. Say yes, and create your own destiny." —Maya Rudolph
"Your inexperience is an asset in that it will make you think in original, unconventional ways. Accept your lack of knowledge and use it as your asset." —Natalie Portman
"Take your risks now. As you grow older, you become more fearful and less flexible … Try to keep your mind open to possibilities and your mouth closed on matters that you don't know about. Limit your 'always' and your 'nevers.' Continue to share your heart with people even if it’s been broken." —Amy Poehler
"You can’t connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backward. You have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future." —Steve Jobs
"Now go, and make interesting mistakes, make amazing mistakes, make glorious and fantastic mistakes. Break rules. Leave the world more interesting for your being here." —Neil Gaiman
"When you respect the idea that you are sharing the Earth with other humans, and when you lead with your nice foot forward, you’ll win, every time. It might not be today, it might not be tomorrow, but it comes back to you when you need it." —Kristen Bell
"Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have you, you will never, ever have enough." —Oprah
"He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life." —Muhammad Ali
"Go make your big beautiful dent, and as you do so come down on the side of boldness. If you err, may it be for too much audacity, and not too little. For you really are enough. You have untold strengths and resources inside. You have your glorious self." —Sue Monk Kidd
"It is often easier to make progress on mega-ambitious dreams. I know that sounds completely nuts. But, since no one else is crazy enough to do it, you have little competition." —Larry Page
"Some life lessons don’t ever change. They need to be highlighted and they need to be remembered throughout our entire lives. But how you embrace them will distinguish you from the pack." —Brooke Shields
"You and you alone are the only person who can live the life that writes the story that you were meant to tell." — Kerry Washington
"Be the hardest working person you know. Because if you’re not, someone else will be." —Ian Brennan
"In response to those who say to stop dreaming and face reality, I say keep dreaming and make reality." —Kristian Kan
"It’s your turn to choose and define what success means to you. Now, others will try to define it for you, but yours is the only voice that matters." — Octavia Spencer
Nobody else is paying as much attention to your failures as you are . . . to everyone else, it’s just a blip on the radar screen, so just move on. —Jerry Zucker
"I am here to tell you that whatever you think your dream is now, it will probably change. And that's okay." —Conan O'Brien
"Learn from every mistake because every experience, encounter, and particularly your mistakes are there to teach you and force you into being more who you are. And then figure out what is the next right move. And the key to life is to develop an internal moral, emotional G.P.S. that can tell you which way to go." —Oprah
"If we’d all stuck with our first dream, the world would be overrun with cowboys and princesses. So whatever your dream is right now, if you don’t achieve it you haven’t failed and you’re not some loser." —Stephen Colbert
"Don’t be afraid of fear. Because it sharpens you, it challenges you, it makes you stronger; and when you run away from fear, you also run away from the opportunity to be your best possible self."—Ed Helms
"We're only here for so long. Be happy, man. You could get hit by a truck tomorrow." —Timothée Chalamet
“Don’t allow people to dim your shine because they are blinded. Tell them to put on sunglasses.” —Lady Gaga
"Get busy living or get busy dying." —Stephen King
"You can’t climb the ladder of success with your hands in your pockets." —Arnold Schwarzenegger
"If you aren't going all the way, why go at all?" —Joe Namath
"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take." —Wayne Gretzky
"You will stumble and fall, you will experience both disaster and triumph, sometimes in the same day. But it's really important to remember that like a hangover, neither triumphs nor disasters last forever." —Helen Mirren
"Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work." —Thomas Edison
"You have to dance a little bit before you step out into the world each day, because it changes the way you walk." —Sandra Bullock
"Even if you are on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there." —Will Rogers
"The road to success is always under construction." —Lily Tomlin
"You're only given a little spark of madness. You mustn't lose it." —Robin Williams
"Opportunity dances with those who are already on the dance floor." —Jackson Browne
“Success is nothing if you don’t have the right people to share it with; you’re just going to end up lonely.” —Selena Gomez
"The meaning of life is to find your gift, the purpose of life is to give it away." —Joy J. Golliver
"That clock you hear is the sound of your own heart. Sink your teeth into this life, and don’t get let go." —Lin-Manuel Miranda
"No job or task is too small or beneath you. If you want to get ahead, volunteer to do the things no one else wants to do, and do it better." —Bobbi Brown
"You can’t do it alone. Be open to collaboration. Find a group of people who challenge and inspire you. Spend a lot of time with them and it will change your life." — Amy Poehler
"When we show up, act boldly, and practice the best ways to be wrong, we fail forward. No matter where we end up, we’ve grown from where we began." —Stacey Abrams
"I celebrate you as you remember the power of grace and pride, and I challenge you to choose freedom over fear." —Janelle Monáe
"Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself." —John Dewey
"You could travel with the sheep, follow everybody else’s stuff, but then you’re not you. I guess if I want to say anything it’s ‘Be you.’ Be true to you, and that should make the ride a little more interesting." — Whoopi Goldberg
"There will be times when your best isn’t good enough. There can be many reasons for this, but as long as you give your best you’ll be OK." —Robert De Niro
"We may live in an age of instant messaging, instant gratification and Instagram, but there is no way to short circuit the path to success." —Tory Burch
"Now the first suggestion is to aim high, but be aware that even before you have reached your ultimate professional destination, if you always strive for excellence, you can and should have a substantial impact on the world in which you live." —Sandra Day O’Connor
"As you graduate, as you deal with your excitement and your doubts today, I urge you to try and create the world you want to live in. Minister to the world in a way that can change it. Minister radically in a real, active, practical, get your hands dirty way." —Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
"Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined." —Henry David Thoreau
"The horizon leans forward, offering you space to place new steps of change." —Maya Angelou
"There is nothing more beautiful than finding your course as you believe you bob aimlessly in the current. Wouldn’t you know that your path was there all along, waiting for you to knock, waiting for you to become. This path does not belong to your parents, your teachers, your leaders, or your lovers. Your path is your character defining itself more and more everyday like a photograph coming into focus." —Jodie Foster
"Real leadership comes from the quiet nudging of an inner voice. It comes from realizing that the time has come to move beyond waiting to doing." —Madeleine Albright
"Dreams are lovely. But they are just dreams. Fleeting, ephemeral, pretty. But dreams do not come true just because you dream them. It's hard work that makes things happen. It's hard work that creates change." —Shonda Rhimes
"Don't just get involved. Fight for your seat at the table. Better yet, fight for a seat at the head of the table." —Barack Obama
“We are all deserving and we don’t need permission or an invitation to exist and to step into our power.” —Ilhan Omar
“Your self worth is determined by you. You don’t have to depend on someone telling you who you are.” —Beyoncé
"No matter what happens in life, be good to people. Being good to people is a wonderful legacy to leave behind." —Taylor Swift
"There’s something so special about a woman who dominates in a man’s world. It takes a certain grace, strength, intelligence, fearlessness, and the nerve to never take no for an answer." —Rihanna
"Understand that one day you will have the power to make a difference, so use it well." —Mindy Kaling
"I'm continually trying to make choices that put me out of my own comfort zone. As long as you're uncomfortable it means you're growing." —Ashton Kutcher
"It's amazing what you can get if you quietly, clearly and authoritatively demand it." —Meryl Streep
"It's the choice. You have to wake up every day and say 'There's no reason today can't be the best day of my life.'" —Blake Lively
"I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed." —Michael Jordan
"There may be people that have more talent than you, but there’s no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do." —Derek Jeter
"My favorite animal is the turtle. The reason is that in order for the turtle to move, it has to stick its neck out. There are going to be times in your life when you’re going to have to stick your neck out. There will be challenges, and instead of hiding in a shell, you have to go out and meet them." —Ruth Westheimer
"There is no passion to be found in playing small — in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living." —Nelson Mandela
"When someone who loves you hugs you, hug them back with two arms—don’t do the one-arm hug, because when you hug someone with two arms, it allows you to lean on somebody, and we all need someone to lean on." — Sandra Bullock
"Frustration, although quite painful at times, is a very positive and essential part of success. —Bo Bennett
"You can never be the best. The only thing you can be the best at is developing yourself." — Natalie Portman
"Real courage is holding on to a still voice in your head that says, ‘I must keep going.’ It’s that voice that says nothing is a failure if it is not final. That voice that says to you, ‘Get out of bed. Keep going. I will not quit.'" —Cory Booker
"Cynicism has never won a war, or cured a disease, or started a business, or fed a young mind, or sent men into space. Cynicism is a choice. Hope is a better choice." —Barack Obama
"What lies behind us and what lies before us are small matters compared to what lies within us." —Ralph Waldo Emerson
"When people tell you not to believe in your dreams, and they say 'Why?' say 'Why not?'" —Billie Jean King
"I encourage you to live with life. Be courageous, adventurous. Give us a tomorrow, more than we deserve." —Maya Angelou
"There is no such thing as failure. Failure is just life trying to move us in another direction." — Oprah Winfrey
"I’m a greater believer in luck, and I find the harder I work the more I have of it." —Thomas Jefferson
“Every day is a new opportunity to change your life and be who you want to be.” —Demi Lovato
"Don't be afraid. Be focused. Be determined. Be hopeful. Be empowered." —Michelle Obama
"Remember this: You are awesome. I’m not suggesting you be boastful. No one likes that in men or women. But I am suggesting that believing in yourself is the first necessary step to coming even close to achieving your potential." —Sheryl Sandberg
“Don’t ever doubt yourselves or waste a second of your life. It’s too short and you’re too special.” —Ariana Grande
"Ignore the naysayers. Really the only option is: head down and focus on the job." —Chris Pine
"Success is only meaningful and enjoyable if it feels like your own." —Michelle Obama
"The best remedy for those who are frightened, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be alone with the sky, nature, and God. For only then can you feel that everything is as it should be and that God wants people to be happy amid nature’s beauty and simplicity." —Anne Frank
"It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are." —E. E. Cummings
"I can’t think of any better representation of beauty than someone who is unafraid to be herself." —Emma Stone
"You don’t have to be famous. You just have to make your mother and father proud of you, and you already have." —Meryl Streep
"In this life we cannot do great things. We can only do small things with great love." —Mother Teresa
“So often in life things that you regard as an impediment turn out to be great good fortune.” —Ruth Bader Ginsburg
“It never hurts to keep looking for sunshine.” —Eeyore
"Change takes courage." —Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
"You're never a loser until you quit trying." —Mike Ditka
"Your imagination is your preview of life's coming attractions." —Albert Einstein
“Work so hard that you never have to introduce yourself.” —Gigi Hadid
"It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up." —Babe Ruth
"There are no regrets in life — just lessons." —Jennifer Aniston
"Stay hungry. Stay foolish." —Steven Jobs
"A woman with a voice is, by definition, a strong woman." —Melinda Gates
"You get in life what you have the courage to ask for." —Oprah Winfrey
"To give any less than your best is to sacrifice a gift." —Steve Prefontaine
"Being realistic is the most commonly traveled road to mediocrity." —Will Smith
"Persistence can change failure into extraordinary achievement." —Matt Bondi
"If you can’t outplay them, outwork them." —Ben Hogan
"This above all: To thine own self be true." —William Shakespeare
"Do. Or do not. There is no try." —Yoda
"Be bold, be courageous, be your best." –Gabrielle Giffords
"It is absolutely still possible to make a difference." —Michelle Obama
"It is better to be a failure at something you love than to be a success at something you hate." —George Burns
“There’s always going to be someone who doesn’t like you.” —Ariana Grande
"All of our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them." —Walt Disney
“Started from the bottom, now we’re here.” —Drake
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." —Eleanor Roosevelt
"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." —Sun Tzu
"Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can." —Arthur Ashe
"She turned her can’ts into cans and her dreams into plans." —Kobi Yamada
"There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind." —C.S. Lewis
"You can never be overdressed or overeducated." —Oscar Wilde
"Nothing is impossible. The word itself says 'I'm possible.'" —Audrey Hepburn
"A champion is someone who gets up when he can't." —Jack Dempsey
“Don’t you ever let a soul in the world tell you that you can’t be exactly who you are.” —Lady Gaga
“Be kind to yourself a little more every day.” —Dua Lipa
“You will screw it up sometimes.” — Taylor Swift

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PhD completion: an evidence-based guide for students, supervisors and universities

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Many students enrol in a Master or PhD postgraduate research degree, but few complete them. From 2010-2016 , 437,030 domestic and international students enrolled in postgraduate research programs in Australian public universities. Only 65,101 completed within the same six year period.

This discrepancy does not necessarily mean postgraduate research students “failed” their degree. Common reasons not completing a degree include changes of career goals, work-family conflicts, poor health or financial strain. Alternatively, some students remain enrolled in their degree for long periods without making significant progress.

Even so, the discrepancy is large enough for universities to be concerned. Nobody wants a student to suffer through years of hard work and frustration without achieving their goal.

What does research say about completion rates?

Research has identified several factors that make students more likely to persist with their degrees. These factors are related to the students themselves, their supervisor, and the university environment.

Psychological studies of postgraduate students find the more successful ones tend to perceive themselves as competent and be intrinsically motivated . These are students who enjoy their topic area, perceive their postgraduate studies as a valuable learning experience, and who strongly identify with being a career researcher. Students who are motivated by external factors (such as pursuing a prestigious academic role) are more likely to say they want to quit.

Scholarship holders are more likely to complete their degrees. This is likely because they are academically stronger than non-scholarship holders and are less vulnerable to financial strain. Students can support themselves financially through teaching, research assistant roles or other work, but this must be balanced carefully. Part-time students are less likely to complete their degrees.

Students’ field of study also affects completion rates. A higher proportion of students in sciences tend to complete their degrees than those in arts and humanities. This is likely because students working in the sciences are more often involved in laboratory-based work in teams, where there is greater social support and knowledge exchange. People studying humanities more often work on their research alone.

A positive student-supervisor working relationship is critical. A good supervisor should be an expert in the student’s subject of choice and a supportive mentor. They should help the student navigate through the frustrations and uncertainties of writing a thesis, and help students adjust to the world of academia.

Students are also more likely to finish their research degrees if they have strong connections with their peers . Such connections help students develop their professional identity as researchers, as well as providing opportunities for social support and informal learning .

The quality of associated coursework is also important. Ideally, postgraduate programs should provide students with a sound foundation of research skills and content knowledge, and facilitate ongoing communication with their faculty.

Involvement in formal and informal professional activities is also important. Students who complete tend to participate in departmental events, such as research seminars and professional development workshops. They also tend to participate in academic conferences. These events allow students to learn and expand their networks.

What students and their supervisors should do

First, given the importance of the student-supervisor relationship, universities can provide advice to students about locating and approaching a suitable supervisor. Specifically, students should consider the research area they wish to work in and locate a supervisor with relevant expertise. They should approach supervisors with an openness to negotiating a research topic.

Read more: Ten types of PhD supervisor relationships – which is yours?

Both students and supervisors should be upfront about their expectations about how the supervision will work. An excellent starting point for discussion is the Expectations in Supervision questionnaire. Students and supervisors sometimes have mismatched expectations about how often they should meet, the amount of feedback the supervisor should provide on drafts, and how much counselling and emotional support the supervisor should provide.

Supervisors have an important role in providing a realistic preview of academic life. One useful exercise is to review an academic competency model, such as the Vitae Researcher Development Framework , to discuss which skills academics need. In addition to knowledge of their topic area and research methods, academics increasingly need to be good at managing complex projects, working in multidisciplinary teams, and engaging with industry and media.

This discussion should enable supervisors and students to plan how students will develop their capabilities. Alternatively, it could prompt some students to opt out of a research degree if they think an academic role is not compatible with their goals.

What universities should do

As well as providing research training, universities can also increase the capabilities of students by helping them understand self-handicapping patterns. These include busyness, procrastination and disorganisation.

Students can be guided to replace these with more helpful actions such as scheduling dedicated writing time, reframing difficult tasks as learning opportunities, and developing a work routine. This could be done as part of a workshop or supervisory relationship.

Universities should also encourage greater connectedness between research students to build social support. This could be accomplished through team-based activities or face-to-face events.

For instance, some universities offer Three Minute Thesis , a research communication competition where students present their work in under 180 seconds.

Some universities organise Shut Up and Write sessions, which turns writing into a social experience and limits distractions. These activities can be complemented by encouraging students to become involved in supportive online communities and blogging .

Read more: The rise of writing events gives PhD students the support often lacking in universities

Finally, universities should be dedicated to helping academics develop as supervisors through ongoing training and coaching. Departments could consider tracking the progression of students and ensuring supervisors have the time and skills to take on new students.

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#100: PhD success stories that motivate!

October 12, 2021 by Tress Academic

It’s celebration time in the Smart Academics Blog office, as we mark post #100. On this special occasion, we want to put the success of some of our previous students centre stage! Here, we’ll celebrate five researchers who successfully completed their PhD. We hope that reading their stories will help you to move toward your own PhD completion. What they have to say is highly motivating and encouraging, and all five share their advice on what they would do differently in hindsight—there are some lessons to learn here!

Light the candles on the cake! Today, the Smart Academics Blog has its 100th birthday! No, it’s not 100 years, but today we release blog post #100. We’re immensely proud of it and we’re grateful for the supportive feedback we’ve received from many of our readers.

When starting the Smart Academics Blog two and a half years ago, we wanted to create a forum where we could share experiences from our daily work supporting young academics in their career development. We decided to write one weekly article about a topic that helps PhD students, Postdocs, Early-career researchers, etc., to develop their life and career in academia. Get a full thematic overview of all posts with our free Ultimate Smart Academics Survival Kit !

Sharing tips, checklists, and many “how-to”-guidelines and practical advice that you can apply in your life as a researcher is at the heart of what we post on the blog. What we share are strategies and techniques that we know will help you in your academic life. If something works for the students on our courses, we bet it’ll work for you as well. In this spirit, we’re also convinced that sharing a successful experience motivates others to move forward.

Therefore, this post is all about sharing success. We asked a few of our best students to share their personal PhD success stories with you. We wanted them to share what it meant for them to gain a PhD, how it felt when they completed it, how attaining their degrees has changed their life, and how they felt we supported them in getting there. Finally, we asked them to dish out one piece of advice for you regarding what they would do differently during their PhD in hindsight.

The stories of our students—passionate, dedicated, engaged, recent grads—made us very proud. We hope that sharing these stories with you will boost your motivation to keep up the good work and keep moving ahead towards PhD completion.

Success story #1: Maria-Elena Vorrath (PhD), Geosciences

“The best experience in my PhD was when my first paper was cited because it gave me the feeling that my research brought significant information to the community. After teachers had doubted my abilities in natural science and lecturers criticised my ambitions to go into academia, holding the PhD certificate in my hands was a big win.

My PhD time helped me find out what I really want: No more talking, I combat the climate crisis! Luckily, my degree enables me to find science-based solutions which may have a measurable effect on atmospheric CO 2 concentrations and global temperature.

The courses from Tress Academic helped me to shape my scientific profile and gain a valuable tool box of skills during and after the PhD. They also helped me to handle several crises and not lose confidence in myself during hard times.

If doing my PhD again, I would take more time to study and practice methodologies in related fields, and I would definitely be more confident in saying ‘no’.”

Currently, Maria-Elena works as a Postdoc at the Alfred-Wegener-Institute for Polar and Marine Research researching olivine-dissolution in high-energy marine environments as a possible carbon dioxide removal method. Contact her at [email protected] on Twitter , LinkedIn or ResearchGate . She’s engaged in the CDR Mare and Carbon Drawdown projects.

Success story #2: Vasileios Pefanis (PhD), Climate Scienc e

“I am Vasilis and I recently completed my PhD in Physical Oceanography. After graduation, I had the chance to enjoy a long holiday in my home country, Greece, and dispel all the stress from the last year. I believe that pursuing a PhD teaches you how to work in a structured way, overcome setbacks and foster your problem-solving skills. At the moment I’m looking forward to using this skill set to do meaningful work in a research-related role in the industry.

What helped me the most from the TRESS ACADEMIC courses I attended was the guidance on coping with the challenges of the PhD and efficiently managing my time. It was also very valuable to see that the challenges I was facing were very common among PhD candidates. My advice to other PhD students: If you’re experiencing a conflict with supervision, try to effectively deal with it as early as possible, otherwise the problem will remain. If there is no improvement, know that replacing your supervisor is an option.”

Currently, Vasilis is on a job hunt in the industry. You can find him on LinkedIn . Find out more about his research in this recent paper on Amplified Arctic Surface Warming and Sea Ice Loss Due to Phytoplankton and Colored Dissolved Material .

Success story #3: Anu Susan Sam (PhD), Agricultural Economics

“The best experience from my PhD? My father was immensely proud and happy that his daughter was working towards a PhD. Unfortunately when I obtained my degree, he was not in this world anymore to see his daughter’s success. So I dedicated my PhD degree to my father. I know if my father would be with me now, he would be the happiest person to see my PhD degree.

Completing my PhD degree has brought many positive changes in my personal and professional life. I became a more organised and disciplined person. In 2015, I attended two courses of TRESS ACADEMIC : (1) Coping with the challenges of a PhD and (2) How to publish in peer-reviewed journals. Both courses helped me a lot, and I am very thankful to Bärbel and Gunther. The first course helped me to organize my whole PhD period efficiently, work accordingly, and successfully finish my PhD on time. The second course changed my writing style. It helped me write my articles in a very professional way. Since 2016, I have successfully published 7 papers in international peer-reviewed journals, and three are currently under review.

When looking back, I always feel that I should have had a proper work-life balance. The key to a healthy PhD is an effective work-life balance. It is very essential to have pauses and breaks during your PhD to avoid burnout. These breaks and pauses help you to enjoy what you do rather than seeing it as a liability.”

Currently, Anu works as Assistant Professor in Agricultural Economics, Regional Agricultural Research Station (Kumarakom), Kerala Agricultural University, Kerala, India . Contact her at [email protected] or be in touch with her on LinkedIn or ResearchGate . Her latest paper is on flood vulnerability and food security in eastern India .

Success story #4: Janosch Michaelis (PhD), Atmospheric Science

“I am very satisfied with my time as a PhD candidate. It started well since I quickly got into the research topic and experimented with the computer model that I used in the upcoming years. After six months, I attended Bärbel’s course on coping with the challenges of a PhD. One thing I remember from it was that the timeline you face during a PhD has lots of ups and downs. Sometimes things take a bit longer, and other things can go by quicker than you think. For me, the PhD process was not a straight horizontal line until the end. At a certain point, repeating the model experiments again and again was not really fun anymore. What helped me most when these rather frustrating times showed up was to talk about it with other people.

Moreover, I realised that postponing regularly reporting your PhD progress to your supervisor(s) or your thesis committee doesn’t make things better, and in fact worsens your situation. I know that there are some PhD candidates who seriously struggle building a good relationship with their supervisor(s)—fortunately, mine all supported me a lot—but having a regular exchange with the supervisor and talking about your PhD situation really can bring a positive change.

Two other things I’ve really enjoyed during my PhD time: the experiences I had during an expedition in the Arctic, and as a PhD representative at my institute. Both boosted my motivation. From a more technical point of view, Gunther’s publishing courses have also helped me a lot, especially with structuring the process of writing research articles.

Finally, I am just happy and thankful that I got the opportunity to pursue a PhD in the discipline I have been fascinated with for a long time. But for now, I am also really happy that I don’t wake up every morning to face the fact that there is a thesis that still needs to be written … :)”

Currently, Janosch works as a postdoctoral researcher on atmospheric processes in the polar regions. Find out more about his PhD thesis at or watch a German summary on YouTube . Contact him at [email protected] or on Twitter and ResearchGate .

Success story #5: Jakob Belter (PhD), Sea Ice and Climate Physics

“Finishing my PhD meant a great deal to me. I had set the goal to finish it within the three years I had available, and achieving it was a great feeling. The next day, I definitely woke up with a smile on my face, but it took a while for it to really sink in.

I think the biggest change was that I proved to my colleagues that I could get stuff done when necessary. Yes, I could do it! My research is strongly based on field work, and finishing the PhD really opened the door for additional field work expeditions for me, and I was rewarded with more responsibility during those expeditions.

I know that the TRESS ACADEMIC courses provided me with a lot of knowledge and insight that I use daily without even realising it. But there are two things in particular that I remember: One is the ’to do list’ tool ToDoist , which was introduced in the PhD course ‘with Bärbel. I took the course during my first month as a PhD student and started using the tool right away. It helped me structure my work, and I also realised how achieving tasks (even small ones) motivates and pushes you (I still use it every day).

The second course that really helped me was ‘How to present at international conferences’. This course in particular highlighted how important it is to tailor presentations to the audience you are addressing so that people really engage with your work, and provide feedback and start discussions that help develop your project. Giving good presentations is a process, but this course really highlighted the key ingredients of a great presentation. It was a great feeling to present my work in my PhD defence and know that I nailed it!

What helped me most during my time as a PhD candidate was never forgetting what my goal was. There is always a lot of work, and much of it is unrelated to your own project. At some point, you have to start saying ’no’ to this other work and focus on what gets your PhD project to the finish line. I was lucky enough to have a great work environment, and colleagues that helped me stay on track. So I wouldn’t have done anything differently, but I highly recommend to others to keep the focus on YOUR project!”

Currently, Jakob works as PostDoc at the Sea ice Physics section of the Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research . Contact him at [email protected] .

Congratulations!

Big shout-out to Maria-Elena, Vasileios, Anu, Janosch, and Jakob (and many others)! You made it! The dream of waking up to a PhD project that is completed has come true. No more lonely weekends in the lab because an experiment has to be finished, no more sleepless nights because your supervisor doesn’t like your paper draft, and no more unnerving questions from friends and family as to when you’ll be finished with your degree! You’re done with the PhD! It’s over! And you’re the living embodiment of something that many PhD candidates find hard to imagine: there is a life after the PhD! It’s worth heading for! And it’s fun too! Go for it!

The Smart Academics Blog is here for you, and for all others with academic career goals. We love supporting you! As a special bonus for this 100th edition of the blog, we’ve created THE resource sheet f to help you navigate the Smart Academics Blog: The Ultimate Smart Academics Survival Kit! It shows you immediately where on the blog to find advice on publishing papers, planning your PhD, writing the dissertation, dealing with mental health issues, presenting your research, searching for an academic job, or how to become an efficient researcher. The Ultimate Smart Academics Survival Kit —free for you to download, so you don’t miss out on good advice. Enjoy!

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Acknowledgements for PhD Thesis and Dissertations – Explained
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The Purpose of Acknowledgements

The acknowledgement section of a thesis or dissertation is where you recognise and thank those who supported you during your PhD. This can be but is not limited to individuals, institutions or organisations.

Although your acknowledgements will not be used to evaluate your work, it is still an important section of your thesis. This is because it can have a positive (or negative for that matter) influence the perception of your reader before they even reach the main body of your work.

Who Should I Acknowledge?

Acknowledgements for a PhD thesis will typically fall into one of two categories – professional or personal.

Within these categories, who you thank will ultimately be your decision. However, it’s imperative that you pay special attention to the ‘professional’ group. This is because not thanking someone who has played an important role in your studies, whether it be intentional or accidental, will more often than not be seen as a dismissal of their efforts. Not only would this be unfair if they genuinely helped you, but from a certain political aspect, it could also jeopardise any opportunities for future collaborations .

Professional Acknowledgements

This may include, but is not limited to:

Funding bodies/sponsorship providers
Supervisors
Research group and lab assistants
Research participants
Proofreaders

Personal Acknowledgements

Key family members and friends
Individuals who inspired you or directly influenced your academic journey
Anyone else who has provided personal support that you would like to mention

It should be noted that certain universities have policies which state only those who have directly supported your work, such as supervisors and professors, should be included in your acknowledgements. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you read your university guidelines before writing this section of your thesis.

How to Write Acknowledgements for PhD Thesis

When producing this section, your writing style can be more informal compared to the rest of your thesis. This includes writing in first person and using more emotive language. Although in most cases you will have complete freedom in how you write this section of your thesis, it is still highly advisable to keep it professional. As mentioned earlier, this is largely because it will be one of the first things your assessors will read, and so it will help set the tone for the rest of your work.

In terms of its structure, acknowledgements are expected to be ordered in a manner that first recognises the most formal support before moving onto the less formal support. In most cases, this follows the same order that we have outlined in the ‘Who Should I Thank’ section.

When thanking professionals, always write out their full name and provide their title. This is because although you may be on a first-name basis with them, those who read your thesis will not. By providing full names and titles, not only do you help ensure clarity, but it could also indirectly contribute to the credibility of your thesis should the individual you’re thanking be well known within your field.

If you intend to include a list of people from one institution or organisation, it is best to list their names in alphabetical order. The exception to this is when a particular individual has been of significant assistance; here, it would be advisable to list them.

How Long Should My Acknowledgements Be?

Acknowledgements vary considerably in length. Some are a single paragraph whilst some continue for up to three pages. The length of your acknowledgement page will mostly depend on the number of individuals you want to recognise.

As a general rule, try to keep your acknowledgements section to a single page. Although there are no word limits, creating a lengthy acknowledgements section dilutes the gratitude you’re trying to express, especially to those who have supported you the most.

Where Should My Acknowledgements Go?

In the vast majority of cases, your acknowledgements should appear directly after your abstract and before your table of contents.

However, we highly advise you to check your university guidelines as a few universities set out their own specific order which they will expect you to follow.

Phrases to Help You Get Started

Dissertation acknowledgements example for researchers and PhD students

We appreciate how difficult it can be to truly show how grateful you are to those who have supported you over the years, especially in words.

To help you get started, we’ve provided you with a few examples of sentences that you can complete or draw ideas from.

I am deeply grateful to XXX…
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to XXX…
I would like to offer my special thanks to XXX…
I would like to extend my sincere thanks to XXX…
…for their assistance at every stage of the research project.
…for their insightful comments and suggestions.
…for their contribution to XXX.
…for their unwavering support and belief in me.

Thesis Acknowledgement Examples

Below are three PhD thesis acknowledgment samples from which you can draw inspiration. It should be noted that the following have been extracted from theses which are freely available in the public domain. Irrespective of this, references to any individual, department or university have been removed for the sake of privacy.

First and foremost I am extremely grateful to my supervisors, Prof. XXX and Dr. XXX for their invaluable advice, continuous support, and patience during my PhD study. Their immense knowledge and plentiful experience have encouraged me in all the time of my academic research and daily life. I would also like to thank Dr. XXX and Dr. XXX for their technical support on my study. I would like to thank all the members in the XXX. It is their kind help and support that have made my study and life in the UK a wonderful time. Finally, I would like to express my gratitude to my parents, my wife and my children. Without their tremendous understanding and encouragement in the past few years, it would be impossible for me to complete my study.

I would like to thank my supervisors Dr. XXX and Dr. XXX for all their help and advice with this PhD. I would also like to thank my sisters, whom without this would have not been possible. I also appreciate all the support I received from the rest of my family. Lastly, I would like to thank the XXX for the studentship that allowed me to conduct this thesis.

I would like to thank my esteemed supervisor – Dr. XXX for his invaluable supervision, support and tutelage during the course of my PhD degree. My gratitude extends to the Faculty of XXX for the funding opportunity to undertake my studies at the Department of XXX, University of XXX. Additionally, I would like to express gratitude to Dr. XXX for her treasured support which was really influential in shaping my experiment methods and critiquing my results. I also thank Dr. XXX, Dr. XXX, Dr. XXX for their mentorship. I would like to thank my friends, lab mates, colleagues and research team – XXX, XXX, XXX, XXX for a cherished time spent together in the lab, and in social settings. My appreciation also goes out to my family and friends for their encouragement and support all through my studies.

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