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Worried you’ll get a bad PhD supervisor? Here are 10 things to look out for

Picking a PhD supervisor is one of the biggest (and most underestimated) decisions you'll make in your academic life. This isn’t just about research interests or publication lists - it’s about finding someone who can support you through 3+ years of chaos, confusion, and existential dread. In this video, I’m sharing 10 brutally honest tips to help you choose a PhD supervisor who won’t make you want to throw your laptop out the window. We’ll talk red flags, green lights, and the questions you really need to ask before committing to a supervisor. Because yes - research fit matters. But so does their feedback style, their email tone, and whether you get the urge to scream every time they say “we’ll circle back to that later.” In this video, you’ll learn: ✅ How to choose the right PhD supervisor for you ✅ The biggest red flags to look out for in potential supervisors ✅ What questions to ask in your first meeting ✅ Why your second supervisor might be your secret saviour ✅ How to match their supervision style to your working style Whether you're applying for a PhD or already mid-way through and thinking of switching supervisors (no judgment!), this is the guide you actually need. 👇 Tell me in the comments: what’s been your best or worst experience with a supervisor? I’m here for the stories. Chapters 0:00 – 0:55 Choosing a PhD supervisor – why you should be careful 0:56 – 4:11 Their vibe matters just as much as their CV or resume 4:12 – 5:16 A topic match isn’t always a perfect match 5:17 – 5:41 PhD supervisors – your experiences and questions 5:42 – 7:09 Their PhD track record with students 7:10 – 8:23 Beware the academic celebrity! 8:24 – 9:26 Always meet your PhD supervisor before you sign up 9:27 – 11:00 Ask how many students they are supervising 11:01 – 11:51 Don’t forget the second supervisor 11:52 – 12:48 Know what you need from a PhD supervisor 12:49 – 14:02 Feedback style matters – ask them about it 14:03 – 15:59 Be choosey when shopping for a PhD supervisor 🎬 Other helpful videos How to write your PhD research proposal    • Need to write your PhD research proposal? ...   Balancing PhD study with a full or part time job    • PhD study with a full time job, how to bal...   SHOULD you do a PhD? Things to consider    • Should you do a PhD? Let me help you make ...   Choosing a research topic    • Struggling with your dissertation topic an...   Developing research questions    • Need to learn how to write research questi...   ▶️ 👀 Want to see my videos before everyone else? Of course you do. For early access to my videos and whole load of other cool things, become a Degree Doctor channel member!    / @degreedoctor   🤯 Your literature review isn’t going to write itself, unfortunately... Staring at a blank screen when writing your lit review? I’ve got your back. Download my free 7 Literature Review Sentence Starters cheat sheet — it’s a quick win that’ll help you get words on the page and make you sound like you know exactly what you’re doing (even if you don’t feel like it yet). 👉 https://www.thedegreedoctor.com/7-lit... 🛒 I sell lots of great stuff. If you liked this video and fancy making PhD life slightly less chaotic, here are some things you might find handy: 🏛️ Need some quick wins? Grab my Cheat Sheet Library. Because who has time to reinvent the wheel? 👉 https://www.thedegreedoctor.com/cheat... 📚 Want me to walk you through each of your PhD chapters, step-by-step? The PhD Survival Guides are basically me holding your hand—minus the awkwardness. 👉 https://www.thedegreedoctor.com/phd-s...