Marvette Lacy

Office Hours With Dr. Lacy

Office Hours with Dr. Lacy is all about helping doctoral students finish their dissertations in 12 months or less so they can graduate and become DOCTOR!

Author

Marvette Lacy

Category

Education

Podcast website

qualscholars.com

Latest episode

Apr 6, 2026

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Episodes

Receiving Feedback 21.10.2020

In this episode of Office Hours, Marvette talks about getting feedback on your writing and the 4 points of feedback to consider.   Join the Facebook group Qualitative Dissertations Made Simple   and follow along on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/qual_scholars/

4 Apps to Use for Productivity 14.10.2020

In this episode, Marvette talks about the 4 main apps herself and her clients use to help keep their productivity on track when writing and during dissertation.   Follow Marvette at https://www.instagram.com/qual_scholars/ and https://www.instagram.com/marvettelacy/ And join her Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/qualitativedissertationsmadesimple/

Intentionality 07.10.2020

In this episode of Office Hours, Marvette talks about intentionality and how having a step-by-step system in place will help you accomplish your goals when it comes to your dissertation.    Marvette also talks about setting a process and routine for writing.   Join Qualitative Dissertation Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/qualitativedissertationsmadesimple/  

Show Up for Yourself 30.09.2020

In this episode of Office Hours, Marvette talks about the importance of showing up for yourself and how doing so can have an impact on the outcome of your dissertation. Dr. Lacy also talks about how you can still make the year 2020 your best academic year, and gives advice on showing up consistently to make it happen.   

Grief in the Dissertation Process 23.09.2020

In this episode, Marvette talks about finding the courage to process grief and hurt throughout your dissertation process and how to get through it so you can succeed. 

Asked to Leave the Program 16.09.2020

In this weeks episode of Office Hours, Dr. Lacy talks about what you should do if you are asked to leave your dissertation program and the accountability you should be taking for yourself and how you should be showing up. Marvette also talks to those of you who are living with the constant anxiety of thinking you are going to be asked to the leave the program and how that is effecting your current...

People Pleasers 09.09.2020

In this episode, Marvette speaks about being a people pleaser, how that can hold you back and what you need to do to overcome it. 

Practice Courage 02.09.2020

In this weeks episode, Marvette talks about practicing courage, listening to what your body is telling you and pushing through tough emotions and fear to get your goals accomplished. 

Make this the Best Academic Year Ever 26.08.2020

In this episode, Marvette talks about what you need to have your best academic year ever, even during a pandemic.

Enjoying your life today 19.08.2020

In this episode, Dr. Lacy talks about how adding structure to your life when you need to during dissertation can help create freedom in the long run.  Marvette also talks about the importance of taking time for yourself, the need for rest and how you should make sure you are enjoying your life.  

More structure, More Peace 12.08.2020

In this episode, Marvette talks about the importance of structure in your daily routine and how adding more organization can bring peace in your life.  

The Dangers of Decision Fatigue 05.08.2020

In this episode, Marvette speaks about the dangers of decision fatigue and using your brains energy to make decisions that are important and goal oriented.  She also talks about prioritizing and making decisions ahead of time to save your energy for the most important tasks in your life. 

Creating Structure in your Dissertation 29.07.2020

In this episode, Marvette talks about how not only creating structure is crucial but also learning to release control and let your plans be fluid is necessary during dissertation.  Dr. Lacy also touches on the necessity the showing up and practicing for your big moments. 

Stop Fighting to be Miserable 22.07.2020

In this episode, Marvette talks about the importance of your mindset and mental health and why you should stop fighting to be miserable. 

Why you Need Support During Dissertation 15.07.2020

In this episode, Marvette talks about the benefits of having a dissertation coach and the why it's so important to have support and community behind you as you go through the process of completing your doctorate. 

Be An Example of What's Possible 08.07.2020

In this episode of Office Hours, Marvette finishes the Protect Your Peace series and reads some of her best emails she's sent her list lately. 

Community Over Everything 01.07.2020

In this episode, Marvette continues to read through some of the recent emails she's sent her list which include thoughts on why community is especially important during these current times.

Protect your Peace 25.06.2020

In this episode, Marvette goes over some her previous emails she's sent to her email list in which she talks about the importance of protecting your peace at all costs during this crazy time we're living through. 

Celebrating Your Failures 17.06.2020

In this episode, Marvette talks about why it is so important to celebrate your failures along with your successes during your dissertation process.  

More Than Writing 10.06.2020

In this episode you can hear the replay of Dr. Lacy's speaking part from the Grad School Summit which was hosted by Black in Grad School. 

Save Energy. Avoid Pain. Seek Pleasure. 03.06.2020

In this episode, learn more about impostor syndrome and why it means things are going right for you.  Hear about how the brain is programmed and why impostor syndrome happens. 

Retaining Each Other With Di-Tu and Ashley Hixson 27.05.2020

In this episode, Marvette speaks with Ashley Hixson and Di-Tu Dissassa about their experience as doctoral students and the expectations and challenges they had while in their programs. 

How to End Imposter Syndrome 20.05.2020
Impostor Syndrome 13.05.2020

Dr. Marvette Lacy explains more about the signs of impostor syndrome in this episode of Office Hours and how having support and guidance can help you through the dissertation process. 

The Importance of Community and Self-Care during Dissertation with Dr. Shaquinta Richardson 06.05.2020

In this episode, Dr. Marvette Lacy sits down to talk with her friend, former client and Therapist Dr. Shaquinta Richardson.   Dr. Richardson talks about her challenges during dissertation, her dissertation topic and the important role community, self-care, coaching and supportive advisors played in her overall success.  If you're interested in learning more about Dr. Shaquinta Richardson's coachin...

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