Time Management
PhD life is all about self-motivation. Those people who lack sufficient self-motivation will not be able to establish a good work routine, and will soon find themselves sleeping until noon, miserable and/or depressed, devoid of all social skills, and quite possibly with an addiction to tea, chocolate and day-time television. Don't let this happen to you. It is imperative that you treat it like a day job. Set strict working hours and study activities, and if you don't complete them in the time allotted then do as you would as a good employee – work overtime.
Other PhD Students
There is nothing more irritating than the PhD student in your department who seems to have it all worked out. They are making steady progress and can't see “what all the fuss is about”. Possibly more annoying are the students who whinge constantly about their workload or make a point of telling you that they have been working since the sun came up. Ignore these people. They are liars. Don't fall into the trap of comparing your situation with others. No two PhD's are the same. A little competition can be a motivator, but in general try to mix with people who have a positive or helpful attitude. If this is not possible, then find a PhD blog or try to meet with other PhD students at University events.
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