Have you ever considered a PhD? Recently I have found myself answering a lot of questions from those considering how they too can put "doctor" in their title. Photo courtesy of Flickr.com/Creative Commons[/featured-image]I tell people the magic to getting the PhD is to understand and master the process.Click to ListenIn this episode I share with you the basics of getting the PhD.Reasons to consider a PhDThe outline of the typical PhD processThe truths of the PhD processA method to complete the PhD in record timeThe PhD can really be done without giving up your life, when you learn how to play the game.PhD Process Key IngredientIn your very first term as a graduate student, do the following:Define your topicDo your literature reviewWrite the first paper of background material and submit to a peer-reviewed conferenceWrite the proposalForm the committeeWant to learn more about the PhD?Sign up here to get a FREE copy of my article on The PhD Process! This article tells you the true steps you need to take to be successful in the PhD world.Subscription LinksIf you have enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe in iTunes.Your FeedbackIf you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see or a question about an upcoming episode, e-mail me.Also, if you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out! Thanks. [reminder]What would you do with a PhD? [/reminder]Dale Callahan, Ph.D.Business Coach for Professionals Ready to Take Control Helping you move from stuck to in-demand — or start something of your own. Grab the Idea Engine: 7 prompts to find your next move Book a Next Step Strategy SessionDirector of Engineering Management @ UAB (205) 790-8447 dalecallahan.com LinkedIn

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