The Perfect Abstract: The 5 Elements You MUST Include

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You've finished your dissertation—now you need to write an abstract. Learn the secret to writing impressive abstracts.

In this video, Dr. Steve Tippins — a professor with 35+ years of experience, earned tenure twice, published 60+ papers, and sat on 300+ dissertation committees. Today, as founder of Beyond PhD Coaching, he's helped hundreds of students graduate with their doctorates, succeed in their careers, and use their expertise to change the world for the better. See case studies: https://www.beyondphdcoaching.com/cas...

Drawing from his experience reviewing hundreds of dissertation abstracts, he explains exactly what needs to be included, common mistakes that delay graduation, and how to write a compelling abstract that sells your research.

You'll learn:
✅ What must be included in your dissertation abstract (and what to leave out)
✅ How to write concisely while covering all essential elements
✅ Common abstract mistakes that get dissertations sent back
✅ Formatting requirements and university-specific rules to follow

00:00 - Your Abstract Is Your Marketing Tool, Not an Afterthought
00:45 - Why 90% of People Only Read Your Abstract
01:03 - Understanding Page Length and Word Count Requirements
01:43 - Your Abstract Sells Your Research (It's Not a Mini-Dissertation)
02:08 - The Four Key Questions Your Abstract Must Answer
02:23 - What Must Be Included in Every Dissertation Abstract
02:31 - Defining Your Research Problem and Topic Clearly
02:44 - Explaining Why Your Research Matters
02:50 - Describing Your Research Method and Approach
03:02 - Identifying Your Participants or Study Sample
03:32 - Presenting Your Key Findings Concisely
03:47 - Communicating the Significance and Implications
04:10 - Common Abstract Mistakes That Delay Graduation
04:13 - Why Length Matters More Than You Think
04:21 - The "Cutout Test" Story: University Formatting Is Serious
05:00 - Avoiding Vague Language That Doesn't Help Readers
05:09 - Don't Get Bogged Down in Excessive Data Details
05:22 - Why Your Abstract Must Connect to Your School's Mission
05:50 - Making Every Word Earn Its Place in Your Abstract
06:05 - The "Every Word Must Earn Its Way" Principle
06:21 - The Write-Review-Compress Process for Abstracts
06:35 - Why Font and Spacing Tricks Won't Work Anymore
06:57 - The Read-Aloud Technique: Test Your Abstract's Clarity
07:24 - Write Concisely to Make Understanding Easier
07:31 - This Isn't About Impressing—It's About Hooking Readers
07:44 - Formatting Basics: Indentation and Spacing Rules
08:08 - Always Write Your Abstract in Past Tense
08:28 - Follow the Rubric (Even When You Disagree)
08:50 - You're One Step Away: Don't Fall at the Finish Line
09:16 - Get Support to Cross the Finish Line with Confidence

If you're ready to write your dissertation abstract and finally complete your doctorate, this video will guide you through the process with clarity and confidence.

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