How I Finished My Dissertation In 2 Months
From Office Hours With Dr. Lacy by Marvette Lacy
January 7, 2026 · 55 min
About this episode
Dr. Lacy shares her journey of completing her dissertation in two months, focusing on mindset, community support, and practical strategies.
In this episode, Dr. Lacy shares her personal journey of completing her dissertation in just two months, emphasizing the importance of mindset, community support, and structured routines. She discusses the challenges faced during her PhD program, the significance of accountability, and practical strategies for overcoming obstacles in the dissertation writing process. Dr. Lacy encourages listeners to shift their perspectives on the dissertation, treat it as a process rather than a precious document, and seek support to achieve their academic goals. Dissertation Information Stuck No More Workshop: https://qualscholars.kit.com/ab5bc15b47 Qual Scholars Community: https://qual-scholars.circle.so/ The Finish Your Dissertation Institute: https://qualscholars.com/theinstitute/ Qual Scholars Website: https://qualscholars.com/ Qual Scholars' Instagram: https://instagram.com/qual_scholars/ Book An Astrology Reading: https://www.qualscholars.com/offers/8q2V7xF3/checkout Chapters 00:00 New Year, New Goals: The Dissertation Journey Begins 00:59 Reflecting on the PhD Experience: A Personal Story 03:54 Facing Challenges: The Pressure of Deadlines 08:53 Building a Support System: The Power of…
People in this episode
Host: Marvette Lacy
Topics covered
- dissertation writing
- academic support
- mindset
- community
- overcoming obstacles
- PhD journey
Keywords
- dissertation
- PhD
- mindset
- community support
- accountability
- writing process
- overcoming challenges
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Qual Scholars Community, The Finish Your Dissertation Institute, Qual Scholars Website, Qual Scholars, Qual Scholars' Instagram
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