Trust me, I’ve been there. The deadline is approaching and you rush to finish writing your thesis or research paper. You told friends not to call, you have unplugged the Wi-Fi in your flat and all your concentration is on finishing the writing. You don’t even like the topic anymore. Initially you loved it, but after so much work and pressure you are now about to punch...

If you are reading this article it can only mean one thing: You are finishing or have finished your thesis and soon will have your colloquium! (Also called “viva” or “oral defense”). CONGRATULATIONS! Please do not be nervous or anxious. I am here to help you. I’ve developed some recommendations for you to have a successful colloquium! HERE WE GO!...

Sooo… it seems like you’ve finished your thesis and you are close to printing, submitting it to your supervisor and heading to the pub to have a relaxing beer, right? CONGRATULATIONS for coming this far! It has been a long way, right? You are almost there! But Wait a Minute! It’s not time to print or submit! …This is what you MUST do: Don’t go to the pub. Instead, get...