Category Archives: Surviving the DBA

“Off” but Oddly Productive

Posted on September 28, 2013 by alexk

It is 4pm and I have had very “heads down” day so far at the library.  I battled some serious sleepiness at noon.  I think this is partially due to my focus on reading and summarizing the literature.  I can … Continue reading →

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Four Up Four Down

Posted on September 22, 2013 by alexk

I completed my fourth, and final, colloquium for 2013 earlier today.  We discussed my research for two hours and the commentary, debate, and advice was invaluable.  The chief take-away is to “Let the Literature Do The Talking”, lots of reading … Continue reading →

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10 040 Words & 56 Pages

Posted on September 14, 2013 by alexk

It is 730pm and I am smackered.  I need to depart before the sun goes down!!!  I just forwarded the deck for next week’s colloquium to the host along with my draft Abstract, Chapter 1, and Chapter 3.  It feels really … Continue reading →

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Chapter 3 –Methodology Underway

Posted on August 31, 2013 by alexk

This is a two minute post because the library is closing imminently!!  I have commenced the writing on my Methodology chapter and have been muttering under my breath since I arrived.  Why did I not heed the advice I received … Continue reading →

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The Official Draft Is Underway

Posted on August 24, 2013 by alexk

It is 430pm and I am pleased with my progress today.  For the first time in a very long time, I wrote all day and have completed a draft Abstract and Introduction section using the proper formatting for a thesis.  … Continue reading →

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Dogpaddling…

Posted on August 17, 2013 by alexk

It is 430pm and the library has announced that they are closing in 30minutes.  Based on my productivity it feels like I just arrived –sigh!!  It has been a difficult week.  Lots of change at work and I was also … Continue reading →

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It Is Time For A Break!!!

Posted on August 8, 2013 by alexk

It is 653pm on Day 4 of my vacation and it is definitely time for a break!!  I have worked hard for 4 days straight and am keeping my commitment to take the next three days off to relax and … Continue reading →

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Slog But Worth It!!

Posted on August 3, 2013 by alexk

The highlight of my week was a Skype call with a recent DBA graduate.  She was very open with her commentary about the process to complete her doctorate and the benefits of the achievement.  I took copious notes and look … Continue reading →

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Abstract

Posted on July 27, 2013 by alexk

I spent about three hours working on my abstract today.  I am only about 60% complete and the process took much longer than planned because I am now trying to use appropriate APA style.  That said, it was a satisfying … Continue reading →

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Analysis Complete!!!

Posted on July 21, 2013 by alexk

I have just completed some hierarchical regression which was a suggestion from the  Henley colloquium that I attended last week.  The findings are interesting so it was time well spent.  I am THRILLED to say that my analysis is now … Continue reading →

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