In the world of academic research, particularly when it comes to thesis and dissertation writing, productivity is key. Chris Bailey's book, "Hyperfocus: How to Be More Productive," offers valuable insights into enhancing focus and productivity. These concepts are not only applicable in general work scenarios but are particularly relevant for students and researchers engaged in thesis and dissertation writing.
In the realm of academic research and thesis writing, the journey often intertwines with complexity and an overload of information. This is where the principles of Essentialism, eloquently captured in the book "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less," become particularly relevant. Essentialism isn't about how to get more things done; it's about how to get the right things done. For a researcher or thesis writer, this means laser-focusing on what truly adds value to their academic pursuit.
I've been working as a researcher and higher-ed teacher for more than a decade now. And in this timeframe, I've sent out survey requests to tens of thousands of potential research respondents and students to share their insights about a variety of topics (sorry for the spam). This usually went fine - as long as I kept the questions short and closed. But don't you dare and add open-ended survey questions...
Time blocking is a time management technique that can help you make the most of your time and get more done in less time. In this blog post, I'll share with you some tips on how to time block.
Writing a thesis is surely exciting. Why wouldn’t it be? You are about to enter a whole new world at the end of your long journey of studying and thesis writing. These feelings can get dampened by the struggles that come along the way as you start writing your thesis. Worry not, it’s something you can overcome. With the right effective time management strategies, thesis writing is going to be a rewarding experience. And what's more: these learnings and the habits that you create in this time, will be available to you for the rest of your life!
Often, people think that writing a master's thesis is easy. However, this is not always the case. In fact, it can be one of the more difficult things to do in your studies and, actually, your early life. There are a number of factors that go into writing a great thesis: choosing the right topic, researching it thoroughly, and writing an effective argument. Fortunately, with the help of a good mentor and some helpful tips, these challenges can be overcome.
In this guide, we present a list of principles, activities, and steps that will help you to write your thesis at Bachelor’s or Master’s level in four weeks. Can a thesis be realistically be written within 4 weeks? Absolutely. It…
Many people live their lives without ever realizing the importance of being accountable for their time. There are those who believe that life goes on as it always does, but those who know better understand that this is not the…