Testimonials

Testimonials

"Thanks for writing "Get it Done!" I found the book to be extremely helpful in moving me from dissertation desperation to hope in actually completing this project. The tips you offer are all timely and relevant...I expect the book to be quite tattered by the time I'm finished... In a small package, you have made a huge difference in my work! Thank you!" and later "You can change that to Ph.D.-- I've finished."-- David York, Ph.D, University of Missouri

"But thank you Rachna, I very clearly remember our teleclass, and how incredibly supportive you were, and how underlying it all there was always a sense that we must be tender and kind to ourselves, that we must support ourselves, and reward ourselves for hard work, and be gentle, always gentle -- that got me through, it really did!! You had an ENORMOUS influence on my ability to finish, and now I preach that line to every ABD I meet!

Thank you!"

-- Linda (aka Dr. Linda Derksen, phinally)

"Get It Done Faster: Secrets of Dissertation Success" is the book I wish I'd had years ago, at the start of my graduate program. It's full of concrete ideas for speeding you along on the way to the degree and it's easy to read. Perhaps most important of all, it helps you to know that you CAN do the dissertation

and you CAN do it quickly. That reassurance alone has quickened my pace and made a long trek seem like a short sprint. I cannot recommend this book highly enough––every graduate program should hand its students copies when they first walk through the door."

--J.K., ABD.

"I was floundering in my eighth year of doctoral work with a flimsy topic and no real proposal. Having completed my classwork, I felt alone and abandoned by the University, and was not making any real progress. As a father of two working full time, there was always a reason not to work on my research. I knew, however, that I had to get serious to complete my Dissertation within the mandated ten year timeframe, but did not know really where or how to start. Worse, I was beginning to doubt myself and my abilities to complete the research. It was then that I fortunately stumbled upon... Dr. Rachna Jain. In weekly coaching sessions, Dr. Jain put my seemingly insurmountable task in perspective. Within nine months of contacting Dr. Jain my proposal was accepted, and my Dissertation was unanimously approved without revision within 10 months of my proposal review. Thank you, Dr. Jain, for showing me the way to reach my goal here."

-- Bruce L. Myers, Ph.D.

“I am a firm believer that people come into your life for a reason. Such was the case for me when I contacted Dr. Rachna Jain to serve as my dissertation coach. I was 6 years into my Ph.D. program and was rapidly approaching my 7-year limit. In the midst of trying to start and complete my dissertation, I was juggling tremendous work demands and life issues. Needless to say, I was very concerned about being able to complete my Ph.D. within the following year given the constraints on my time. From the very first day, Dr. Jain encouraged and assured me that it was possible to complete my dissertation in one year. She was extraordinary in helping me to stay focused and to make incremental progress. She provided an effective framework for me to balance my work and dissertation demands and remain energized. She also added a lot of value in the content of my idea and subsequent papers. I was very impressed with how fast she was able to grasp and understand a topic out of her direct area of expertise. I would highly recommend, and encourage, anyone who is working on his/her dissertation to contact Dr. Rachna

Jain for support. She will exceed your expectations and ensure you reach your goals.”

--Margo Fitzpatrick, Ph.D.

"Get it Done Faster!" is an excellent resource for anyone who is thinking about or in the process of writing a dissertation. I've had my book for a month, and already the pages are dog-eared and marked so I can remember to implement some of Rachna's suggestions at different stages of my writing. Not only does this well-organized and easy-to-read book contain information on the nuts and bolts of dissertation writing, but it also provides a wide range of ideas on organization, motivation, self-care, and

how to think positively about the process. This book adds and expands information

from the first book, "Get it Done!" and I use both books to find ideas and encouragement

during this process. Both of these books and Rachna's positive attitude have helped

make my dissertation writing easier, more productive, and fun!

--Emily Ihara, ABD (but not for much longer!)

"We began dissertation coaching together on July 25, 2001. I defended my paper on June 19, 2002. You were right - I "got it done" in less than a year. I couldn't have done it without you. I have already recommended you to my friends. Thanks, again."

-- Michael Thurston, Ph.D.

"My experience with Dr. Rachna Jain as my dissertation coach was FANTASTIC!! Coaching with Rachna allowed me to graduate quickly, and begin earning a better salary. Her coaching fee was well worth it!! I chose coaching because I was concerned about how full time employment, family obligations, moving away from my university, and isolation from my department could slow down my dissertation progress. During my time with Rachna, my department program was axed by the dean, and my chair lost her tenure. I was blessed to have Rachna as a coach and I finished in spite of all the department adversity! I've recommended Dr. Rachna Jain to all my friends and colleagues!

--N.P., Ph.D.