Struggling to Navigate Your PhD or DBA While Working Full-Time?
Expert mentoring for working professionals who refuse to let their doctoral dreams remain just dreams. Get the strategic guidance, accountability, and support you need to complete your PhD or DBA on time and without burning out
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30+
PhDs Supervised to Completion
40+
PhD Examinations Conducted
130+
Peer-Reviewed Publications
THE CHALLENGE
You're Juggling Three Jobs. And It Shows
A full-time career. Family responsibilities. And a PhD/DBA that demands academic rigour you haven't exercised in years. You're not alone in feeling overwhelmed.
Unsupportive Supervisors
Your supervisor is either too busy, doesn't understand the working professional context, or provides vague guidance that leaves you more confused than before.
Going in Circles
You're reading papers, attending meetings, but nothing seems to translate into actual progress. Months pass and your thesis barely moves forward.
Isolated & Overwhelmed
Unlike a Master's cohort, you're navigating this alone. There's no one who truly understands what it takes to balance a PhD/DBA with professional life.
Academic Writing Rust
It's been years since you've written academically. The language, the structure, the citations. It all feels foreign and frustrating.
No One Holding You Accountable
With limited time and competing priorities, weeks slip by without meaningful progress. You need someone who ensures you stay on track; not just a supervisor who checks in occasionally.
Costly Mistakes
Without proper guidance, you're making errors that waste precious time. Time you can't afford when every hour counts.
THE SOLUTION
Strategic Mentoring That Actually Moves the Needle
I work exclusively with a small number of working professionals pursuing PhDs and DBAs. This selectivity ensures you receive focused, personalised attention that delivers results.
- Bi-Weekly One-to-One Sessions: Strategic discussions, progress reviews, and actionable guidance tailored to your specific stage and challenges.
- Document Reviews with Expert Feedback: I review your drafts between sessions, providing detailed written feedback with examples so you learn while you improve.
- Accountability That Works: Clear milestones, regular check-ins, and someone who ensures you stay on track when life gets busy.
- Publication Strategy: Guidance on turning your research into publishable papers.
- Responsible AI Integration: Learn to leverage AI tools ethically and effectively in your research workflow.
- Email Support Between Sessions: Questions don't wait for meetings. Get timely responses when you need them.
Your Path to Completion
Discovery Call
I assess your situation, challenges, and goals to ensure we're a good fit in a complimentary discovery call.
Personalised Programme
A mentoring plan designed around your specific PhD/DBA stage and timeline.
Regular Mentoring
Consistent sessions, document reviews, and strategic guidance.
Thesis Completion
Cross the finish line on time and with a thesis you're proud of.
YOUR MENTOR
Professor Emmanuel Tsekleves
Full Professor, Lancaster University | 20+ Years in Academia
I've spent over two decades in academia, not just surviving but thriving; publishing extensively, supervising dozens of doctoral students to completion, and examining Doctorates and PhDs across multiple disciplines and countries.
But what drives me most is mentoring. I've seen too many brilliant professionals struggle unnecessarily because they lack proper guidance. Their supervisors are overwhelmed, their institutions provide generic support, and they're left to figure out this complex journey alone.
I choose to work with a small number of mentees because quality matters. When we work together, you're not just another name on a list. You're a colleague I'm invested in seeing succeed.
30+
PhDs Supervised
40+
PhD Examinations
130+
Publications
20+
Years Experience
"The external perspective Emmanuel provides is invaluable. He spots things my supervisor misses because he's not too close to my work. That fresh set of expert eyes has saved me months of potential rework."
- Sarah, United States
Part-time PhD Candidate
"Having someone who understands both the academic world and the reality of doing a PhD while working full-time makes all the difference. Emmanuel's guidance is practical, strategic, and always focused on moving forward."
- James, United Kingdom
DBA Candidate
"The accountability aspect transformed my progress. Knowing I had bi-weekly sessions with clear expectations meant I couldn't let weeks slip by without meaningful work. That structure was exactly what I needed."
- Ahmed, United Arab Emirates
Part-time PhD Candidate, Final Year
This Mentoring Is Right For You If...
You're a working professional pursuing a PhD or DBA while managing a full-time career
You're serious about completing your doctorate and willing to invest in proper guidance
You feel stuck, isolated, or overwhelmed and need strategic direction
You want expert feedback on your academic writing and research methodology
You value accountability and structured support to keep you on track
Ready to Make Real Progress on Your PhD or DBA?
Book a complimentary discovery call to discuss your situation, challenges, and goals. We'll explore whether my mentoring approach is the right fit for your doctoral journey.
Book Your Discovery CallLimited availability. I work with a small number of mentees to ensure focused, quality support.