How I Finally Chose the Right Dissertation Title (and Stopped Wasting Time

The Blank Document That Haunted Me
I remember staring at a Word doc titled "Working Title Goes Here." It sat untouched for three weeks while I searched forums, skimmed through blogs, and asked friends what they were writing about. Everyone seemed to have a topic but me.
Too Many Ideas, None of Them Right
I found list after list online. Some suggested topics so broad I didn't know where to start. Others were so niche I doubted I'd find any data at all. One was so technical I had to Google every other word. What I needed wasn't just ideas - I needed examples that felt real and doable.
The Resource That Shifted Everything
Eventually, I stumbled on a site that didn't just throw ideas around. It grouped topics by subject, offered sample titles, and gave guidance on narrowing your focus. For the first time, I could actually see what a solid, researchable topic looked like.
A few examples that stood out:
"Impact of AI on HR hiring in mid-sized firms"
"Post-COVID consumer behavior in digital retail"
"Mental health initiatives in UK primary schools"
This page was a game-changer for me:
https://premierdissertations.com/dissertation-topics/
How I Finally Chose My Topic
Once I saw a few titles that sparked something, I realized the key was picking a topic I actually cared about. Not something that sounded smart. Not something that impressed a supervisor. Just something I was genuinely curious to research.
After that, the process became smoother. Literature review, methodology, outline - each step felt more manageable because I wasn't forcing interest.
If You're Still Stuck...
Don't waste weeks bouncing between vague lists and random ideas. A focused topic makes the entire dissertation easier to write. Use resources that guide you, not just confuse you. And trust your gut - if it feels interesting to you, it's worth exploring.