Dissertation Tips

11. Ask specific feedback questions.

• oAsk readers to give feedback on specific areas or specific elements that you know need growth.

12. Revise, revise, revise!

• oRevise as many times as you are able!

13. Change is not bad.

• oChange 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.

• oSchedule 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.

• oWhether you are looking forward to your degree, your career, or something else entirely, keep it in mind.

16. Be honest and confident when defending.

• oBelieve 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.

• oMake sure you properly format the paper, revise it regularly, and proofread it more than once.