How do I get motivated for my dissertation?

So we’ve put together our top tips on keeping motivated when writing your dissertation.

  1. Write something every (work)day.
  2. Plan your working hours throughout the day.
  3. Take a proper break/ do other things.
  4. Find study partners.
  5. Create a progress chart.

What makes a dissertation a first?

A first class dissertation is a research paper of the highest quality, with a final grade of at least 70 percent.

What to do if you can’t get references?

If you’re having trouble getting a reference, you can ask the employer who needs the reference if they’ll accept: a reference from someone else, for example a manager or colleague. a reference from a different employer.

Can you sue for a bad reference?

The answer is yes! You can file a lawsuit against your former employer for giving out negative references about you. You can potentially sue for defamation. Your former employer must have made false statements about you.

Can my boss refuse to give me a reference?

Unless your business is regulated by the Financial Services Authority, generally there is no legal obligation on an employer to provide a reference for an employee or ex-employee and you are entitled to refuse to provide one.

What if you can’t use your boss as a reference?

What to do if a former employer won’t give you a reference

  1. Lean on your other references. If you’re worried that one of your previous employers may provide a bad reference, you can rest assured that your other sterling references should assuage any worries your prospective hiring manager has.
  2. Get a reference from someone else within the company.
  3. Be honest and unemotional.

Can your boss refuse to give you a reference?

An employer doesn’t usually have to give a work reference – but if they do, it must be fair and accurate. Workers may be able to challenge a reference they think is unfair or misleading. Employers must give a reference if: there was a written agreement to do so.

Can I use my boss as a reference?

First of all, unless the job posting specifically states so, do not attach your references when applying for a job. If you do, there is a risk the employer will call one or more of these references before you even know if you really want the job. If so, it is fine to omit your current employer.

Do you legally have to give a reference?

What should I do? There is no legal obligation to provide a reference except in a few sectors, such as financial services, but any reference that is provided must be true, accurate and fair. Your employer owes a duty both to you and any prospective employer.