by Dr. Rachna Jain | Writing Tips
If you’ve been reading my blog or newsletter for a while, you’ll know that I don’t suggest strategies to you unless I have tried them and seen that they work. In many cases, I’ve been my own first case study, noting what works for me, and then,...
by Dr. Rachna Jain | Writing Tips
One of my favorite movies, Finding Forrester, has a great line in it about writing: “You write the first draft with your heart. You write the second draft with your head.” While, in the movie, Forrester is talking about writing novels, this advice applies...
by Dr. Rachna Jain | Writing Tips
Do you ever think the dissertation process is too serious? I do. And I also know that, sometimes, it’s much harder because you can’t bring yourself to write the first sentence. I found two fun resources which might help you write that first sentence. The...
by Dr. Rachna Jain | Writing Tips
Writing the Dissertation I’m often asked how it is that I’m able to write content so quickly. After all, I support several blogs, several newsletters, and I create products very regularly. So, while I like to write, I know that doesn’t mean everyone else...
by Dr. Rachna Jain | Writing Tips
One of the reasons most dissertators find it difficult to write is because they have not clarified their project’s thesis. If you’ve ever heard me speak or ever worked with me personally, you know how I always say that the dissertation is, mostly, a...
by Dr. Rachna Jain | Writing Tips
Do you ever find yourself waiting for The Dissertation Muse? You know, the one that (supposedly) shows up, just in time to inspire you to write the absolute best chapter of your life? Yeahh. Me too. Unfortunately, though, the Muse (when she visits) only seems to stay...