From Research to Reality: A Practical Guide for Writing Your Dissertation

The dissertation journey is one of the most challenging yet rewarding milestones in academia.From Research to Reality: A Practical Guide for Writing Your Dissertationis your essential companion for conquering this process with clarity and confidence.

Dr. Alison Pattison and Dr. Lori Wieters—experienced educators, dissertation chairs, and mentors—provide a step-by-step roadmap for managing the research, writing, and revision phases of your dissertation. With practical strategies, structured guidance, and workbook-style exercises, this book helps doctoral candidates stay on track, overcome obstacles like writer’s block and imposter syndrome, and develop a sustainable writing routine.

Whether you’re just starting or feeling stuck,From Research to Reality: A Practical Guide for Writing Your Dissertationdelivers the structure, encouragement, and tools you need to complete your dissertation and earn your doctorate. Let this book be your trusted guide on the path to academic success.

Dr. Alison Pattisonis a professor, business owner, speaker, and mentor passionate about guiding doctoral students through their academic journey. With a Doctorate in Education specializing in Organizational Leadership, she has spent years mentoring graduate students, helping them successfully navigate dissertation writing. As the founder of a Phoenix-based training and education company, she bridges academia and business with practical, research-driven learning solutions. Dr. Alison is committed to empowering students with the strategies and confidence needed to complete their dissertations and achieve their academic and professional goals.

Dr. Lori Wieters is a business consultant, executive coach, speaker, and educator with over 20 years of experience in organizational development, leadership, and doctoral coaching. As a Doctoral Chair, she has guided over 40 students to successfully complete their doctoral degrees. She is also the founder of a thriving online dissertation community with more than 1,800 doctoral learners, providing mentorship and support throughout the dissertation journey. With a Ph.D. in Organization and Management specializing in Human Resources, Dr. Lori seamlessly integrates business strategy with academic success, equipping students with the tools to navigate and complete their dissertations.

Together, Dr. Lori and Dr. Alison bring decades of expertise in research, teaching, and mentorship, offering a proven roadmap for doctoral students striving to complete their dissertations with confidence.