Author Archives: alexk

Dogpaddling…

Posted on August 17, 2013 by alexk

It is 430pm and the library has announced that they are closing in 30minutes.  Based on my productivity it feels like I just arrived –sigh!!  It has been a difficult week.  Lots of change at work and I was also … Continue reading →

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It Is Time For A Break!!!

Posted on August 8, 2013 by alexk

It is 653pm on Day 4 of my vacation and it is definitely time for a break!!  I have worked hard for 4 days straight and am keeping my commitment to take the next three days off to relax and … Continue reading →

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Slog But Worth It!!

Posted on August 3, 2013 by alexk

The highlight of my week was a Skype call with a recent DBA graduate.  She was very open with her commentary about the process to complete her doctorate and the benefits of the achievement.  I took copious notes and look … Continue reading →

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Abstract

Posted on July 27, 2013 by alexk

I spent about three hours working on my abstract today.  I am only about 60% complete and the process took much longer than planned because I am now trying to use appropriate APA style.  That said, it was a satisfying … Continue reading →

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Analysis Complete!!!

Posted on July 21, 2013 by alexk

I have just completed some hierarchical regression which was a suggestion from the  Henley colloquium that I attended last week.  The findings are interesting so it was time well spent.  I am THRILLED to say that my analysis is now … Continue reading →

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Three Down, One To Go!

Posted on July 16, 2013 by alexk

I am on an Air Canada flight returning from the Henley Colloquium.  Overall, it was a great experience.  I was pleased with how I delivered my research update and received valuable feedback.  I also really enjoyed listening to the other … Continue reading →

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Finishing Up In The Sunshine!

Posted on July 6, 2013 by alexk

The library is closed so I am writing this post on the grass while watching what appears to be a pick-up soccer match.  It has been a very busy week and I am feeling prepared for next week’s colloquium.  In … Continue reading →

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Things Are Getting Interesting

Posted on June 22, 2013 by alexk

This will be yet another quick post.  I had a very full week at work which included 3 days of travel.  Suffice it say I was pretty smackered when I arrived at the library this morning.  I am departing shortly … Continue reading →

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Wonderful Weekend

Posted on June 17, 2013 by alexk

My partner and just returned from a highly enjoyable weekend visiting family.  It is so important to make the time for getting together with loved ones and it continues to be my highest priority.  Fortunately, we travelled by train so … Continue reading →

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Long Day

Posted on June 8, 2013 by alexk

This post is going to be super short.  I had a “full court press week” between research, work travel, and tennis lessons.   The research highlight of my week was meeting with a Rotman Economics professor to discuss some recent analysis.  Our … Continue reading →

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