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“Dissertations are not finished; they are abandoned.” quote by Fred Brooks
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“Dissertations are not finished; they are abandoned.”

Fred Brooks

About This Quote

Source Book: The Mythical Man-Month, 1975

Research projects often stall and are left incomplete rather than finished

In simple terms: Dissertations are abandoned, not finished

Key Takeaway

Plan realistic milestones and maintain momentum

Themes

academic pressure project management completion

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

advisory philosophical

When to use this quote

  • grad school
  • research labs
  • long‑term projects

Key Concepts

scope creep motivation fatigue

Questions to Reflect On

  • What factors cause abandonment?
  • How can you sustain motivation?
A Different Perspective

Limited resources can impede progress

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