How To Read Academic LiteratureFast-track your literature review process with these simple techniques.Podcast By Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) and Amy Murdock (PhD) | August 2023If you're working a literature review, this one is for you. Today, we're discussing how to work...
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Dissertation Writing Services: Far Worse Than You Think
Thesis Writing Services & ToolsThe smart student's silver bullet - or too good to be true?Podcast by Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) and Amy Murdock (PhD) | August 2023If you've ever considered paying someone (or some AI-powered tool) to write your dissertation or thesis for...
The Harsh Truths Of Academic Research
The Harsh Truths Of Academic ResearchThree Things New Postgraduate Researchers Need To KnowBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) and Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) | Updated March 2025n this episode, Dr. Ethar Al-Saraf and Dr. Amy Murdock dive into the darker truths of...
Dissertation Paralysis: How To Get Unstuck
🎙️ How To Get Your Research UnstuckA Practical Guide To Dealing With Dissertation ParalysisBy: Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) and Amy Murdock (PhD) | July 2024it a sticking point in your dissertation or thesis? That's okay. In this episode of the Grad Coach...
Viva Voce Victory: How To Defend Your Thesis
🎙️ How To Ace Your Viva VoceThree Practical Tips To Help You Defend Your ThesisBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) and Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) | July 2024he viva voce or thesis defence is an event that often leaves students feeling a little intimidated. And...
How To Break Through Writer’s Block
🎙️ How To Break Through Writer's BlockThree Straightforward Interventions That Actually WorkBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) and Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) | June 2024riter's block is a common challenge for students. All too often, it can feel like there’s an...
How To Beat Perfectionism: 3 Practical Steps
🎙️ How To Beat PerfectionismThree Straightforward Actions You Can Take (Right Now)By: Derek Jansen (MBA) and Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) | June 2024erfectionism often masquerades as a commitment to excellence - sounds good, right? The problem, however, is...
You Are NOT Your Dissertation: How To Maintain A Healthy Perspective
🎙️ You Are NOT Your DissertationWhy your dissertation is not quite as epically important as you thinkBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) and Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) | Updated March 2025f you’ve been losing sleep over your dissertation, we’re here to help bring...
The Unspoken Laws Of Academic Success: Secrets From “The Inside”
🎙️ Unspoken Laws Of Academic SuccessThree Simple But Effective Practices You Need To KnowBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) and Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) | Updated March 2025n this episode of the Grad Coach Podcast, Derek and Ethar delve into the unwritten laws of...
The Four Powerful Habits Of Successful Students
🎙️ The 4 HABITS of Successful Students(And how to develop them...)By: Derek Jansen (MBA) and Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) | Updated March 2025t Grad Coach, we've worked with thousands of students. Over the years, we've noticed a few simple but powerful...
Considering A PhD? Here Are 3 Things You Should Know
Doing A PhD: Three Harsh RealitiesWhat They Are + How To Deal With Them 📝By: Derek Jansen (MBA) and Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) | Updated March 2025ndertaking a PhD or any doctoral-level program is no small task. In this episode of the Grad Coach Podcast,...
Writing A Research Proposal: 4 Hacks To Fast-Track The Process
Research Proposal Writing Hacks4 Time-Saving Tips To Fast-Track Your ProposalBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) and Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) | Updated March 2025rafting a well-thought-out research proposal is essential for gaining approval and setting a clear path...
Master Your Methodology: 4 Hacks To Fast-Track The Process
🎙️ PODCAST: Master The Methodology4 Tips To Ensure Your Methodology Is Perfectly On PointBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) and Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) | Updated March 2025ind yourself lost in a sea of complex terms and unsure where to begin? Fear not. In this...
Writing A Literature Review: 4 Time-Saving Hacks
🎙️PODCAST: Ace The Literature Review4 Time-Saving Tips To Fast-Track Your Literature ReviewBy: Derek Jansen (MBA) and Ethar Al-Saraf (PhD) | Updated March 2025riting a literature review can be a daunting task for many students, but fear not! In...