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My PhD committee had returned 13 pages of detailed edits. From our very first session, Dr. Smith broke down what felt like an impossible burden into clear, manageable steps. Today, my manuscript is in front of my committee, and for the first time, I feel truly confident in its approval.

I wanted Dr. Smith to help me finish my dissertation, write a chapter for an edited volume, and prepare my materials for the job market. With her help, I secured multiple first and second-round job interviews. After I graduate, I will complete a research fellowship during the first year of my tenure-track position at an R1 university.

I have been able to make significant progress during the pandemic while working a full-time job from home...with an infant. I recommend Dr. Smith's coaching for anyone who wants to make strides, regain control, and finish sooner!

Before my private coaching sessions, I was struggling with preparing to write my proposal while preparing to take comps. As a result, I have been able to pass comps, write my proposal, successfully defend my dissertation, and graduate!

I was struggling with impostor syndrome, strategy, and time management. Even though I've just begun, I already feel more focused and more confident that I can accomplish this task with Dr. Smith as my coach and accountability partner!

For two years, my knitting — a hobby I love — sat untouched beside my desk. Now I've picked it back up. I'm moving forward in my doctoral work, and I've reclaimed time for myself. Dr. Smith helps you make real progress while still living a life that feels like yours.

As a U.S. Army Veteran and First-Generation College Student, I needed structure, encouragement, and accountability. Purpose without a plan will exhaust you. Dr. Smith is direct, strategic, and gives you her lessons learned so that your path is smoother.

Dr. Smith's guidance was instrumental in my academic journey. My dissertation was successfully defended and this Fall I will begin my work as an assistant professor. I believe she is a tremendous resource to many other doctoral students as well.

Dr. Smith led a workshop for our PhD students on how to prepare for qualifying exams, and the students were highly impressed, calling her workshop "outstanding" and praising her knowledge of specific strategies for success.

Working with Dr. Smith reminded me that I am fully capable of doing this! If you need reinforcements and direction, regardless of where you are in the doctoral journey, Dr. Smith will help get you through.