What are the disadvantages of getting a doctorate degree?
Pursuing a doctorate degree is often viewed as the pinnacle of academic achievement. It signifies deep expertise in a particular field and can open doors to numerous career opportunities. However, despite the accolades associated with earning a doctorate (PhD, DSL, DBA) there are significant disadvantages that prospective students should consider. This article delves into the […]
When Failure is Not an Option
One of the biggest tips I learned during my doctorate journey is that failure can take on many forms and it is one of the main reasons why people never finish their degree. I have heard that only 2% of people in the world have earned a doctorate degree and there are many others that […]
Is pursuing a doctorate degree worth it for career advancement and personal fulfillment, even if it is not required in your industry?
A doctorate is a huge investment in time, energy, and money. I’ve never heard of a doctorate taking less than four years; mine took four years and eight months. You need to have a reason to persevere when progress seems impossible, and there will be several of those discouraging periods during the course of the […]
Weeks 241 to 244 (BMAL 890)
Big News! “May I be the first to congratulate you, Doctor Robert Forto,” as my chair reached out to shake my hand. If you are a rabid reader of my blog you know enough about me by now to know that I don’t do anything conventional. I flew down to Arkansas to meet with my […]
Set On Halloween | 31 Nights of Horror
For this year’s 31 Nights of Horror Challenge, the Day 31 prompt is Set on Halloween. We watched Trick ‘r Treat on Amazon Prime. By the way, this concludes our 2024 31 Nights of Horror Challenge, see you next year! Storyline Five interwoven stories that occur on the same block, on the same night. A couple […]