Darum scheitern Doktoranden - 5 Gründe für eine erfolglose Promotion

You want to pursue a doctorate – and actually hold that PhD in your hands at the end? Then it's worth taking an honest look at reality: Statistically, around 20–40% of doctoral candidates drop out before they finish. This isn't an isolated phenomenon, but a clear indication that while a doctorate is achievable, it's certainly not a walk in the park. Often, it's not due to a lack of intelligence or diligence. Many fail for entirely different reasons: unrealistic expectations, unfavorable circumstances, typical cognitive biases, or problems that gradually build up – until progress grinds to a halt. That's precisely why it's so important to recognize these patterns early on, instead of reacting only when motivation has already plummeted. Based on my 15 years of experience in academia, I'll present five common reasons why doctoral candidates fail – clearly, practically, and in a way that allows you to assess where you should pay attention and take corrective action in time. Do you have any questions or suggestions? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments! And if you're looking for personal guidance on your path into academia, check out my coaching services! ... 👉🏻https://jennifer-schmidt.de/coaching #science #phd #doctoralthesis #doctorate #postdoc #research #studies #professor #science #career +++ 👉🏻My new online course "Your Career Path in Science": https://myablefy.com/s/karrierewegwis... +++ ___ 00:00 Welcome & Introduction 01:13 Point 1: The Unclear Research Question 03:30 Point 2: The Underestimated Time Commitment 06:33 Point 3: Lack of Initiative or the "Silver Tray Mentality" 09:42 Point 4: The Unsuitable Supervision Ratio 14:04 Point 5: Perfectionism & Procrastination 18:19 Closing Credits