Grad School For Grown Folks Hosted by Dr. Tonya Vetter

Most graduate students are so excited to be accepted into their program that little thought is given to what it actually entails.  Today's episode dives into the nuances of graduate programs that is rarely discussed openly.  Politics.  The people, process, and the paper.  Take a listen!

Have you been frustrated by the lack of support you've gotten in your doctoral or graduate program? Well, I hate to break the news, but it's only going to get worse because graduate school has become "big business!"  Unfortunately, the customer service is horrible!  But fret not, my graduate friend!  I have you covered on today's episode with some ways you can cover yourse...

Today's episode is a great topic.  There are three things I see happen when we only identify with who we are as doctoral students. Take a listen.  See if any of the examples sound familiar!  Let's dive in!

This is a common question we get from all students, but especially new candidates. On today's episode we are gearing up for the fall semester and I'm giving you the ins and outs of both options. This episode is full of information. I even share price information! Check it out.

We can no longer write a dissertation like it's one more thing to do as part of our program. It's a project that impacts that might impact the lives of others later. Today's episode talks about the responsibility you have as an author and "influencer." Yes, you are an influencer! I think you'll agree after this episode. Take a listen!

The Covid crisis has caused a major issues when it comes to collecting data.  Today's episode addresses an alternative for people seeking a solution to collecting data when you don't have access to participants. Archival data, content analysis, and a document analysis might be a viable option. Take a listen! Book: Qualitative Inquiry & Research Design (Choosing Among Five Approaches)...

Today's touches on a much-needed topic and discussion about suffering while you're in graduate school.  You  do not want to miss this episode! There is an easier approach. Today, I share three (3) things to consider to help ease your "suffering." Let's dive in! 1. Getting support is not a weakness. It's wisdom. 2. Taking care of yourself emotionally, socially, and phy...

Hi guys! All it takes is three easy steps to narrow down your research topic.  Yes, just three!!! Today's episode is the shortest but impactful! Let's dive in! 1. Identify your participants. 2. Identify the subject or area of specialty  3. Identify the level of the group you want to study. That's it!!!! Life really can be simple.......

This is hands down the question that always comes up when I work with clients.  It's also the question most committee members will ask candidates to explain during their research proposals.  Prove the alignment of your study!  How do you know your study is in alignment? Confused?  Well, this episode has you covered, my friend!  Get help at Dissertation Doctors.

Today's episode sounds like a total oxymoron, but it isn't. It's a brilliant strategy for getting things done and avoiding the trap of perfectionism. It's called "strategic incompetence." I found it in the book "Finish" by Jon Acuff.  Check out the three (3) takeaways I share for how to apply the strategy. It has helped me tremendously! I gained a lot of gro...

Today's episode is a good one! It's the summer, and many students in graduate school get lost in the long list of things to do. Well, today's episode will help you narrow your focus, take massive action without experiencing burnout. You can listen to this one over and over again. The steps are easy.  Schedule your "massive day" ahead of time. Prepare everything in advance....

I have dreamed of this episode since day one!!! My mission is to change the landscape in the minds and ideas of educators. I want to represent the values, decisions and offer services that correlate with being a rich teacher." I want educators and leaders in education to understand and accept the unlimited value we offer, so they can have the confidence they need to create opportunities that...

Congratulations graduates! Today's episode dials in on the next steps our new graduates should take now that they have crossed the stage.  This episode is actually less about "action" and more about "what you think." It's probably one of my favorite episodes. The three graduate game-changers will definitely surprise you.  Let dive in! 

What do you do when you have a dissertation chair and committee that disagrees with your research topic?  How do you advocate yourself without being "blacklisted?" Well, my friend I have you covered on this episode.  Trust me! This is an episode you do not want to miss!  I address real issues and graduate school concerns. Let's dive in!

On today's episode, I share three new perspectives or insights on challenges.  I know, challenges are a pain and huge inconvenience! But, are they? Hmmmm....?  Let's see, a shift in perspective just might change your day and lead to a change in how you experience the world. Let's take a listen!

Joshua Golbert, Ed. D. has been in education for nearly eight years. He will be graduating with a doctorate next month. Dr.  Gobert was invited on today's episode for two reasons. One, he's a client Dissertation Doctors enjoyed helping and I believe he really displayed the importance of having mentors and a support system.  Secondly, his research is timely and insightful.  The topic of D...

In this episode, most students will want to throw their shoes at me when they hear it.  But, we’ve got to address this issue.  In this episode, I address how you can become a better writer, and the bottom line is…Some of you will like the answer, and some of you will not. Let's dive in!

On this pop up episode, I have exciting news for graduates!!!

Most of us complain about the lack of time! In this episode, I dive into the myth of time management, so you can free yourself from trying to “managing it.”  Instead, on today's episode, I arm you with three strategies far more powerful and thoughts you actually can control!  Check out this episode.  I think you’ll find it helpful.

Has your university given you a ridiculous page requirement like 65 for your literature review like you're a toddler and you feel overwhelmed?  Well, fret not my friend this episode is just for you!  I have you covered. There is a way to write with depth and substance, even if the university is drowning in shallow water.  Take a listen. 

Some of the worse advice grad students have been given is: "choose a topic they are passionate about and study it."  Now, we know if you're in the medical field and maybe you're practicing law, this may be an exception. However, today's episode is extremely important. If you're getting ready to enroll in a program, or maybe you're already in a program, but you ha...

Being a grad student has its demands, and it can take its toll on relationships. On today's episode, we dive into three tips that can help you to either maintain your good relationships, help you build and repair a relationship that maybe in trouble, or if your looking for a new relationship, we're going to help you avoid the pitfalls that so commonly happen. You do not want to miss toda...

When you spend time building a relationship and building research and study with a chair and a committee, then out of the blue, they're gone; it can be pretty upsetting and devastating. In today's episode, we're gonna talk about it. I'm going to share three things that will help you bounce back and develop a new relationship with your new chair and committee so that you can fin...

I've witnessed  several proposals, worked for multiple universities as a graduate writing specialist, and worked as a graduate assistant in a doctoral program.  Now, as an entrepreneur I get to work with clients and help them with the same thing and I've seen it all.  Even as a graduate assistant and graduate student, I've made a few mistakes myself.  On today's episode, I&apos...

If you've been working on your dissertation, we all know that your defense is like you're getting married. Yep, it's like your wedding day. It's like getting married to five chapters. Well on this episode, we're talking about defense jitters and I've got three tips to help you get through your defense with ease and confidence.  So this is an episode, you do not want t...