The Closer
8-Week Cohort for Thesis & Dissertation Writing
8-Week Cohort for Thesis & Dissertation Writing
6–10 scholars | Runs 3x per yearFinish writing with structure, accountability, and confidence, without burning out or spiraling alone.
The Closer is a high-touch, small-group coaching experience for mid- to late-stage scholars who are done being “almost done” and ready to finish real pages with support.
Enrollment opens Saturday, February 14, 2026, and closes Saturday, February 28, 2026.
Cohort begins Monday, March 2, 2026.
Early bird Core pricing is available through Friday, February 20, 2026.
Because this is intentionally small (6–10 scholars), Premium spots are limited. If you know you want deep feedback and defense prep, don’t wait until the last minute.
THE PROGRAM PROMISE
The Closer is built on a simple truth:
Writing momentum improves with consistent community and accountability, not willpower alone.
This is not a course you binge.
This is not more notes, more edits, or more “almost drafts.”
The Closer is about producing real pages, week after week, inside a structure that supports your thinking, your nervous system, and your timeline, so you can finish strong and submit with confidence.
WHAT YOU’LL LEAVE WITH
By the end of The Closer, scholars leave with:
A finished or substantially revised section of their thesis or dissertation (not just ideas or notes).
A clear narrative arc from problem → purpose → research questions → method → findings → meaning.
Repeatable writing habits (sprints, breaks, weekly planning, accountability systems).
This is about progress you can see and explain.
Stronger confidence heading into committee feedback and/or defense.
WHO THE CLOSER IS FOR
Ideal for:
Mid-to-late stage graduate students who:
Are already writing (or ready to write weekly)
Need structure and sequencing (“What do I do this week?”)
Want accountability and support, not isolation
May want defense preparation alongside writing progress
Not ideal for:
If you haven’t chosen a topic or drafted research questions yet, this is not the right container.
(That stage deserves support, just a different one. The Jumpstart is perfect for this stage!)
Prerequisites (light but important):
A working problem, purpose, and research questions (they can be messy)Access to your program’s thesis/dissertation template or handbook (if applicable)
WHAT’S INCLUDED
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Each session includes teaching, discussion, and quiet writing together, because supported writing reduces avoidance and overwhelm.
Live sessions meet Tuesdays at 7:00 PM CST. Recordings are available if you can’t attend live.
Weekly flow:
Arrival, wins, and naming your writing goal
Mini-lesson tied to that week’s writing target
Guided troubleshooting and Q&A
Quiet writing sprint (cameras optional)
Commitments and planning for the week ahead
You leave every session knowing exactly what to work on next.
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You’ll have a central Google Drive hub that includes:
Week-by-week folders (recordings, templates, resources)
A milestone tracker to make progress visible and manageable
Tracker fields include:
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A supportive, no-shame space for:
Structure checks
Paragraph-level clarity
Navigating chair or committee feedback
Emotional regulation + problem-solving
Drop-In Coaching Zone: Thursdays 7–9 PM CST (come as needed).
Facilitated with clarity, choice, and psychological safety.
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Pods provide:
One 20-minute weekly check-in
One shared mini-goal
One help-request channel (before the spiral starts)
You are not doing this alone.
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Trauma-informed, actionable feedback that includes:
Strengths first
3–5 priority edits
Clear “fix it fast” directions
A 7-day revision plan
(No overwhelming markup. No guessing.)
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A 30–60 minute guided midpoint reset focused on:
Perfectionism
Fear of judgment
Avoidance and stuckness
Reconnection to purpose
THE 8-WEEK WRITING CURRICULUM
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Clean alignment: problem → purpose → research questions → framework/method
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Thematic organization and synthesis paragraphs that argue something
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Clear connections between theory, variables/phenomenon, and RQs
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Consistent, committee-ready methods language
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Writing findings that directly answer your research questions
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Supported claims without overreaching
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Throughline, transitions, and a 5–7 minute defense narrative
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A 30-day submission plan and post-cohort accountability system
Available Plans
Best for scholars who want structure, accountability, and momentum, without intensive written feedback. Includes: full 8-week cohort experience, weekly live sessions, workspace + milestone tracker, office hours, peer pod, bonus audio retreat, and live coaching feedback You want clarity and steady progress.
Best for scholars who want some written feedback to stay aligned. Includes everything in Core, plus: feedback on 1 chapter or substantial section You want confirmation you’re on the right track.
Best for scholars preparing for committee review or defense. Includes everything in Plus, plus: feedback on 2 chapters or substantial sections and 1:1 defense prep coaching session (60 minutes) You want to submit and defend with confidence.
What happens after you enroll
Right after checkout, you’ll receive a welcome email with login access to your member portal, the shared workspace link, and your first “Week 1” writing plan so you know exactly what to do next.
WHAT PREVIOUS CLIENTS HAVE SAID
I had the privilege of working with Dr. Rahmatu Kassimu as an external supervisor for my MBA dissertation, which was awarded a distinction. Her profound knowledge of the subject matter and insightful feedback were instrumental in refining my research.
— Morrisa RogersDr. K has provided me with such excellent guidance. As you all may know, the doctoral journey is very stressful and psychologically taxing, but with Dr. K’s assistance, you start to see the light at the end of the tunnel.
— Dr. Lance ParkerI am grateful for Dr. K’s service, which has been a valuable resource throughout my journey.
It's heartening to know that there are tools available to assist me when needed to stay on track. I would highly recommend this service.
— Dr. Kimble ColbertDr.K., is so relatable and truly goes above and beyond to not only get to know every client she works with but she literally leaves no stone unturned for the editing services she provides. She has debunked my fears as I pursue my PhD, through not only encouraging conversation but also through her immaculate editing of any and every paper I submit. I cannot recommend her enough!
— Dr. Brittany WilliamsTHE CLOSER FAQs
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Neither.
The Closer is a high-touch coaching cohort. You’ll receive structure, live guidance, accountability, and feedback, not prerecorded lectures or unstructured “body doubling.”
You’re actively writing inside a clear weekly plan, with support when you get stuck.
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The Closer is designed for mid-to-late stage scholars who are already writing (or ready to write weekly).
This includes:
Proposal-approved scholars
Chapter drafting or revising
Preparing for committee review or defense
If you have not selected a topic or drafted research questions yet, this is not the right container. We do have services that can assist you however.
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Plan for 3–5 focused hours per week, including:
The 90-minute live session
Independent writing blocks
Optional pod check-ins or office hours
This is not about writing all day. It’s about writing consistently and strategically.
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Everyone in The Closer receives:
The same live sessions
The same structure and tools
The same accountability and community
The only difference between tiers is written feedback depth:
Core: No written chapter feedback
Plus: Feedback on 1 chapter or substantial section
Premium: Feedback on 2 chapters + a 1:1 defense prep session
Choose based on your timeline, not pressure.
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Feedback is trauma-informed, strengths-first, and actionable.
You’ll receive:
What’s working (and why)
3–5 priority edits (not dozens of comments)
Clear “fix-it-fast” directions
A 7-day revision plan
No red-pen overwhelm. No guessing what to do next.
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This is coaching.
You’ll gain clarity on:
Structure and alignment
Argument flow and coherence
What revisions matter most
You are not paying for line-by-line copyediting. You’re learning how to make strong scholarly decisions and move forward with confidence. We do also offer 3 editing packages.
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Falling behind is expected, and planned for.
The Closer is designed with:
Flexible milestones
Office hours for recalibration
Supportive accountability (not shame)
We adjust the plan. We don’t spiral.
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Yes, especially if you choose the Premium tier.
Defense support includes:
Narrative clarity
Anticipated question mapping
Strategy for committee dynamics
Confidence and pacing support
Defense prep is also woven into the later weeks of the cohort.
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No.
The Closer works across:
Education
Public health
Social sciences
Humanities
STEM-adjacent qualitative and quantitative work
The focus is writing structure and clarity, not content expertise in your field.
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Yes.
Payment plans are available for all tiers. -
Optional add-ons are available, space permitting:
Additional chapter feedback
1:1 defense coaching
Extended accountability month
You can add support as your timeline evolves.
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After enrollment, you’ll receive:
A welcome email
Access to the shared workspace
Onboarding instructions
Your first writing plan before Week 1
You won’t be left wondering what to do next.
Ready to Finish?
If you’re done being “almost done,”