Dissertation Tips
11. Ask specific feedback questions.
Ask readers to give feedback on specific areas or specific elements that you know need growth.
12. Revise, revise, revise!
Revise as many times as you are able!
13. Change is not bad.
Change is essential. If you change the thesis, a chapter, or the sources, know that it means your paper is developing.
14. Reward yourself and do not forget free time.
Schedule time where you are not working and reward yourself for reaching a goal. Maintain your mental health.
15. Remind yourself why you are doing this.
Whether you are looking forward to your degree, your career, or something else entirely, keep it in mind.
16. Be honest and confident when defending.
Believe in the paper you have created, and be honest when asked questions. Sometimes you do not know about a specific scholar, or you did not read that book. These questions are intended to help your paper grow.
17. Format, edit, and proofread.
Make sure you properly format the paper, revise it regularly, and proofread it more than once.