What We Do
The aim is to ethically assist you to achieve your academic goals. We take the time to understand your specific needs and provide you with support through clear and actionable feedback through every step of your academic journey. We do not offer unethical shortcuts (e.g. ghostwriting or taking on outsourced academic writing). While we can assist with a diverse range of research work and papers, our specialty is the social and management sciences. We are most comfortable assisting with topics aligned to these fields of study.
Who we are
Ignow Consulting is a boutique consultancy offering bespoke academic coaching which focuses on postgraduate studies. The consultancy was founded in 2016 by Dr. Wongiwe Ludidi and in the past five years, Ignow Consulting has assisted a number of Masters and PhD students to complete quality dissertations
Founder & Director
The founding Director is Dr. Wongiwe Ludidi - a Learning Executive, Transformation Practitioner and Social Innovation Enthusiast. Dr. Ludidi’s passion for coaching is supported by her notable academic achievements. For her Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) obtained from Rhodes University, she majored in Industrial Sociology. Her Master of Arts in the same field from North-West University was conferred Cum Laude.
Dr. Ludidi went on to obtain a DLitt et. Phil in Sociology from the University of Johannesburg. The thesis contributed greatly to the body of knowledge in her chosen field and at the time, one of her examiners acknowledged that her dissertation was in the top 5% that he had marked in the preceding five years.
In the corporate space, Dr. Ludidi is a seasoned Executive with over 18 years’ experience in various industries such as Higher Education, Energy, Petro-Chemicals, Manufacturing and Construction. In addition to academic coaching, Dr. Ludidi’s career has enabled her to get extensively involved in crafting strategies that not only support business objectives but also use learning, development, diversity and inclusion as levers to effect authentic transformation.
In her spare time, Dr. Ludidi runs Ignow Mentoring Circles, which is a platform for young professional women to accelerate in their chosen professions. Dr. Ludidi is also heavily involved in community initiatives that focus on social innovation, facilitating access to development and providing education opportunities for young people.
What we offer
1-on-1 Coaching
Hands-on coaching and feedback throughout the research journey
Topic Ideation
We will assist you in finding suitable, high-quality topic ideas and assist you in finding the perfect one for your study
Research Proposals
We help you formulate and develop a convincing research proposal. The aim is to give you the best chance at first – time approval
Literature Review
We walk the journey with you in finding the most relevant, high – quality articles and reading material in assisting to develop a solid literature review
Methodology
We specialise in qualitative research. We will help you in choosing the correct methodology, designing your research strategy and developing a strong methodology chapter
Qualitative Data Analysis
We will give you tangible ideas on how to make sense of your data, critically analyse it and come up with a rigorous analysis chapter
Critical Review
We thoroughly review each chapter and provide you with clear, honest, actionable feedback and advice
Proofreading
We will ensure that your citations and references are 100% correct and are according to your university’s specifications.
Referencing
We thoroughly review each chapter and provide you with clear, honest, actionable feedback and advice
Testimonials
What our clients have to say
“Dr Ludidi’s passion for quality academic writing is something to behold. Her inquisitive mind thoroughly considers and challenges one’s writing and research in order to sharpen and crystallize one’s thoughts. Her discipline and aptly timed motivation is always welcomed in what can be an arduous process of doing academic research”
Ms. Nangamso Mankai
CA(SA), MBA
“In my journey of completing my PhD, Dr. Ludidi played an invaluable role. She helped to challenge and clarify my own thinking and also provided practical guidance in the research process. Apart from her wealth of knowledge, her support during times of uncertainty and self-doubt was unwavering! I will always be grateful to her for her selfless support and wisdom”
Dr. Estelle Coetzer
Industrial & Organisational Psychologist
Contact
How to get in touch
Location:
33 Cayman Road
Eikenhof
1872
Email:
info@ignow.co.za
Call:
+27 83 396 3816