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Part 1 of 3: Cognitive leverage, leadership, and the democratization of executive support My mind keeps going back to a visual. A young executive walks into his office. The urgent task of the day: craft and deliver a consequential message to his c…

It was late, closer to midnight than I wanted to admit, and after hours of trying, rechecking, and retracing steps, the analysis had finally run. Tools like SPSS, SAS, R, and SmartPLS produced output that looked right at first glance, with clean tab…

For anyone considering - or already knee-deep in - a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program, you’re probably wondering how people manage the workload while juggling careers, families, and everything in between. Having navigated this journey…

We’re back! (Well, almost!) Just missing the Halloween festivities but giving a great 1980s movie earworm (See Poltergeist for those of you confused right now) for our guests, we are almost back.  Valrie and I have been overwhelmed by the number of…

Guest Blogger: Vimal Bava, CPADBA Candidate, Florida International University Instructor, Accounting and Business It was 11:48 p.m. on a Thursday when I finally shut my laptop. My eyes burned, my mind was fogged, and I’d just spent hours lost in a …

My time with DBA Chronicles has come to a close. Over these past few weeks, I’ve had a chance to reflect on what started as a simple idea between three determined DBA students has become something much more than any of us expected. DBA Chronicles …

In May 2023, I joined the 7th cohort of UNC Charlotte’s Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) program. My plan was straightforward: complete two years of coursework, spend my third year on a dissertation, and graduate in 2026 alongside my colle…

Guest Blogger:  Dr. Robert C. Meyers, DBA, FACHDM In 2023, U.S. healthcare spending surged by 7.5% to $4.9 trillion, outpacing the 4.6% growth recorded in 2022 (Martin, Hartman, Washington, Catlin, 2025). Projections indicate that by 2030, annual s…

Crossing the finish line of a doctoral program is a monumental achievement—equal parts exhilarating and exhausting. After the final dissertation defense, a new question inevitably arises: 👉 Now what? For many of us, research wasn’t just a means to …

So, you’ve just been accepted into a DBA program? Congratulations — you’re officially entering rare territory! Did you know that fewer than 1.2% of the U.S. population holds a doctoral degree? This means that you are joining an elite circle of acade…

Guest Blogger: Stacy Soutière For many Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) graduates, the diploma is just the beginning of a new chapter, not in academia but in the fast-paced world of industry. These graduates are often found leading teams, dr…

By: Dr. Kelly Burich & Dr. Valrie Grant In December 2023, DBA Chronicles published the blog titled “Halfway There,” a reflection at the midpoint of her UNC Charlotte DBA journey, which was written by Valrie Grant. It was honest and hopeful—a snapsh…

Earning a Doctor of Business Administration is an academic achievement forged through a deep, introspective, and sometimes grueling journey. The intensity is high. This process can demand sacrifice, inspire self-reflection, and stand on the foundati…

Guest Blogger: Phil Stuczynski, Assistant Teaching Professor of Finance at Penn State UniversityDoctor of Business Administration (DBA) candidate The world is timely. We have 24-hour news networks pushing constant narratives, a lack of common groun…

Guest Blogger: Phil StuczynskiPenn State University For most of my life, when I had a question, I knew exactly who to ask. Whether it was a tough decision, career advice, or just trying to understand how the world worked, there were always people i…

Guest Blogger: Dr. Carolyn Adkerson, DBA The Overwhelming Reality of the DBA Journey Pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) isn’t just about research—it’s about endurance. There are deadlines, revisions, approvals, and life happenin…

Guest Blogger:Ali Chaari For many professionals, returning to school after years or even decades in the workforce may feel like a distant dream or even impossible. However, I now realize that professional experience isn’t a barrier to continuing fo…

Guest Blogger: Yvonne Mosley, MBA CSSBB CPHQ CPPSUNC Charlotte DBA Candidate, May 2025www.linkedin.com/in/yvonnemosley In the evolving landscape of doctoral research, leveraging advanced AI tools has become indispensable for maximizing productivity…

Guest Blogger:Pawan Anand, Engagment PartnerAscendion Generative AI (GenAI) is reshaping industries and driving groundbreaking research. The true value of this technology emerges when academia and industry collaborate. A notable example is OpenA…

Guest Blogger: Dr. Alex KleinSenior Manager, North American Supply Chain Solutions, APL Logistics As an educator and as a College Board member and recent past Chairman, I recognize the value of higher education and cherish the ability to participat…

Guest Blogger: Jennifer M. L. Adelhardt DBA Scholar, Adjunct Professor In the movies, the stereotypical 40s-something dude going through a midlife crisis will drop 100 grand on a shiny new sportscar. I opted to drop $100k on a piece of paper –…

Guest Blogger: Dr. Brenda Turner Founder and Principal Consultant of BrandIvy Marketing, LLC.Board Member of the Executive DBA Council Research is a vital component of marketing, offering insights into consumer behavior, market dynamics, and the e…

Guest Blogger: Barry Leffew, Vice President, Government Platform Accelerator In-Q-Tel (IQT) My DBA Journey  As the saying goes, success is a journey, not a destination, but it’s important to celebrate and reflect on the milestones you have achieve…

Guest Bloggers: Dr. Mollie Bryde-Evens and Emily Wharton Before we delve into the story behind Stupid Genius, you might be wondering, "What even is Stupid Genius?". Well, let us give you the shorthand. Stupid Genius is a PhD and academia podcast …