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Dr. Russell Strickland is the founder and CEO of Dissertation Done, a company that helps doctoral students create actionable plans in order to complete their dissertations in a timely and effective manner. 

Before becoming a renowned teacher, coach, and mentor, Dr. Strickland received his master’s degree in Astronomy and Astrophysics from the University of Chicago and his doctoral in Organization and Management from Capella University. Over the past 20 years, he has mentored thousands of students, and his process has been proven to vastly reduce times to graduation and significantly improve graduation rates.

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What is holding you back from completing your dissertation? Is it the lack of structure that is provided with the project? Are your research questions too vague? Perhaps your passion for your topic is stopping you from making the changes that your committee desires. 

When working on your dissertation, there are a number of common sticking points and pitfalls that you will undoubtedly experience. Luckily, Dr. Russell Strickland, the founder and CEO of Dissertation Done, has a few tips to help you overcome any obstacle. He explains that by understanding your challenges from the start, you can better prepare a plan of action that will help you save time, energy, and money in the long run. 

Join Dr. Russell Strickland of Dissertation Done in this episode of An Unconventional Life as he talks with Dr. Jeremy Weisz of Rise25 Media about the common hurdles that students face during the dissertation process. Dr. Strickland gives his advice on how to confront these obstacles head on—and even how to avoid them entirely. Stay tuned.

Dr. Sandra Ingram has worked as a minister, a teacher, and the Dean of Sophomore/Transitional Students at Winston-Salem State University. She is currently writing a book and mentoring teachers in her area. 

Dr. Ingram received her bachelor’s degree in Biology at Livingstone College before earning her master’s degree in Biology Secondary Education from North Carolina A&T State University. In her 50s, Dr. Ingram decided to go back to school, and she successfully earned her doctoral degree from Capella University.

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During the dissertation process, there are often unforeseen circumstances that can temporarily throw you off course and prevent you from graduating on time. As Dr. Sandra Ingram knows firsthand, these challenges can impact any dissertation student, despite the utmost amount of planning.

Even after her proposal was approved, Dr. Ingram was still thrown a curveball that almost prevented her from completing her dissertation. Luckily, she found an experienced mentor to guide her through the dissertation process and help her get back on track. Now, Dr. Ingram is using her degree to mentor new teachers and aid students in their pursuit toward higher education. 

Tune in to this episode of An Unconventional Life as Dr. Russell Strickland talks to Dr. Sandra Ingram about the challenges she faced during her dissertation process and how she overcame those obstacles. Dr. Ingram discusses how Dissertation Done helped her complete her dissertation on time, what to look for when choosing a mentor, and the life-changing opportunities she pursued after earning her degree—including teaching English to students in China. Stay tuned.

Dr. Reva Cosby is the Superintendent of Trotwood-Madison City Schools in Trotwood, Ohio. Since starting her role as a superintendent, Dr. Cosby has made significant improvements to both the behavior of her students and the curriculum that is used to prepare them for success. 

Dr. Cosby received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia before earning her master’s degree in Education from Wright State University. She then went on to earn a Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership and Administration from the University of Dayton.

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What’s preventing you from pursuing your doctoral degree? It may seem impossible to go back to school and earn your degree when you also have a family, career, and the pressures of everyday life to juggle. As Dr. Russell Strickland says, there’s never really a “good” time to go back to school and earn your degree—so why not start now?

While working as a high school teacher, Dr. Reva Cosby, the Superintendent of Trotwood-Madison City Schools, realized that she had more to offer to her community, but didn’t have the title to do so. Because of this, she decided to go back to school and pursue her doctoral degree at the age of 40. Dr. Cosby ended up completing the dissertation process and earning the coveted title, all while working a full-time job and raising her children.

Join Dr. Russell Strickland in this episode of An Unconventional Life as he talks with Dr. Reva Cosby about her journey from working as a high school teacher to earning her doctoral degree and becoming a successful superintendent. Stay tuned as Dr. Cosby discusses the reason she pursued her degree, her advice for students that are currently working on their dissertation, and the impact that her new title and expertise has made on the lives of her students.

Dr. David Braswell has over 36 years of experience in educational practice and research. He is the CEO and Co-founder of UpSlope Solutions, an Arizona-based company that works to improve student achievement using its training materials and employee code of conduct guides. 

Dr. Braswell received his bachelor’s degree in Education and his master’s degree in Administration from Western Carolina University. In 2015, he earned his Doctor of Education degree from Argosy University. His doctoral dissertation validated the implementation solutions that UpSlope Solutions provides to school districts throughout the nation.

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Completing your dissertation can be a stressful and overwhelming process. Not only will it cost you financially, but it is also a lengthy undertaking that requires a substantial time commitment. So what can you do to cut your costs and earn your doctoral degree this year?

Dr. David Braswell, the CEO and Co-founder of UpSlope Solutions, knows firsthand the benefits of having a mentor during the dissertation process. By working with Dissertation Done, Dr. Braswell was able to finish his dissertation in just 10 months, saving himself a significant amount of time, money, and stress.

In this episode of An Unconventional Life, Dr. Russell Strickland of Dissertation Done is joined by Dr. David Braswell of UpSlope Solutions. Dr. Braswell discusses why he decided to go back to school when he was already running a successful company, and how his dissertation impacted his business. You’ll also hear why he sought help from Dissertation Done, and his thoughts on the most rewarding part of earning a doctoral degree.

Dr. Demi Stevens is an award-winning writing coach, author, editor, publisher, and CEO of Year of the Book, an elite artisanal publishing house that specializes in remarkable, one-on-one author experiences. Dr. Stevens helps her clients write, complete, and publish best-selling and life-altering books.

Before starting her business, Dr. Stevens received her Doctor of Musical Arts in Music Performance from The Ohio State University. She currently lives in Glen Rock, PA, with her husband and their two cats. Outside of the office, Dr. Stevens loves to travel and explore the great outdoors.

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Have you ever wanted to write a book? Maybe it’s an item on your bucket list that you keep telling yourself you’ll get around to someday. Dr. Demi Stevens, the CEO of Year of the Book, believes that your “someday” should be today.

While publishing a book is vastly different to completing a dissertation, both processes can benefit from the help of an experienced advisor. That’s why Dr. Stevens created Year of the Book—so that she can help aspiring writers tell their stories and publish the books of their dreams. Assisting with everything from writing coaching to professional cover design, she has worked with 180 writers who have completed an astounding 400 books. 

Join Dr. Russell Strickland in this episode of An Unconventional Life as he interviews Dr. Demi Stevens, the CEO of Year of the Book, about her path to earning her doctoral degree and starting her publishing business. Tune in as Dr. Stevens talks about the major life event that happened during her dissertation process, the incredible story of an author she helped, and her advice for people who are embarking on their writing journey. 

Dr. Russell Strickland is the Founder and CEO of Dissertation Done, a company that helps doctoral students create actionable plans in order to complete their dissertations in a timely and effective manner.

Before becoming a renowned teacher, coach, and mentor, Dr. Strickland received his master’s degree in Astronomy and Astrophysics from the University of Chicago and his doctoral in Organization and Management from Capella University. Over the past 20 years, he has mentored thousands of students, and his process has been proven to vastly reduce times to graduation and significantly improve graduation rates.

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Life doesn’t always go according to plan. Even with the most meticulous preparation, uncertainty is an inevitable part of existence. However, when you persevere through these unforeseen events, you are often led to greater opportunities than you could have ever imagined—both in academia and beyond. 

Dr. Russell Strickland knows firsthand how the course of life can unexpectedly change. After taking an unconventional path to earn his doctoral degree and facing his own struggles during the dissertation phase, Dr. Strickland realized there was a significant need for mentors that could guide students through the tricky process. This inspired him to start his company, Dissertation Done. 

Join Dr. Russell Strickland, the CEO of Dissertation Done, in this episode of An Unconventional Life as he talks to Dr. Jeremy Weisz of Rise25 Media about his unconventional journey toward earning his doctoral degree. Dr. Strickland discusses how a notable advisor impacted his academic path, the reasons why he went back to school to pursue his doctoral degree, and his own experience with the dissertation process. Stay tuned.