Some of your best research ideas will come when you least expect them—and if you don’t capture them, they’re gone. In this episode, Cliff Freeman shares why every PhD student should keep a living research question list from the very start of their program. Learn how this simple habit can fuel your dissertation, spark future projects, and even lead to funded research years down the line.

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Perfectionism might feel like a badge of honor, but in the dissertation process, it’s a momentum killer. In this episode, Cliff Freeman shares why chasing “perfect” before you share your work can cost you months—and how embracing early, imperfect drafts can speed up your progress. Learn why your advisor needs to see your work sooner, how early feedback can save you from wasted effort, and why every dissertation will be rewritten anyway.

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You’ve finished your qualifying tasks—congrats! But what you do next could save you months… or cost you months. In this episode, Cliff Freeman shares why you should assemble your dissertation committee immediately and why every piece of substantive writing—no matter how rough—should go to your advisor. Learn how early formation and frequent feedback create momentum, keep you aligned, and prevent costly rewrites.

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The Qualifying Task. Oh what a process. At the Wheelock College of Education & Human Development at Boston University, we are required to complete two qualifying tasks: a literature review and a research study. In this episode, I will guide you through my journey of creating these scholarly works seamlessly, alleviating much of the stress associated with meeting tight deadlines. You can read both papers here:

Qualifying Task #1:

Chapter 2: Lurch Forward: Eliminating Caste in American Classrooms

Qualifying Task #2:

Near Peer Pedagogies for Culturally Sustaining Computer Science and Mathematics

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Time flies. There will be a point in your PhD journey when you wonder "Where has the time gone?!!" When you reach year four, hopefully all of that time contributed to writing papers, making conference presentations, and finishing course work! That point in time happened for me this week. I felt a surge of inspiration one morning, compelling me to record this voice note. Enjoy!

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Embark on a transformative journey with today's riveting episode as we unveil seven indispensable tips for navigating the challenging realm of doctoral studies. Whether you're grappling with time management, seeking strategies to enhance your research prowess, or longing for guidance on maintaining a healthy work-life balance, this episode is an indispensable compass to steer you towards triumph in your doctoral pursuits. Tune in now to unlock the secrets of success and embark on a transformative PhD experience!

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Welcome to Season 2 of PhD Tips! Today we are joined by Dr. Khadija Boyd, a retired military veteran, and currently full-time scholar! Dr. Boyd joins the podcast with 5 tips for doctoral students ready to start THRIVING in their doctoral studies. 

Read some of Dr. Boyd's recently published articles:

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Hi, my name is Cliff Freeman, and welcome to the second season of PhD Tips! Similar to last season, we will hear a variety of Ph.D. tips from real-life doctoral students who will eventually defend a dissertation at the end of their academic journey. In addition to current PhD students, we will invite individuals who are in the application phase, postdocs, and PhDs in the field to share some of their insights.  If you have been following the ride, thank you for tuning back in, and if you are new…welcome to PhD Tips.

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