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Working With an Outline. . .Even When You Don’t Want To
Working with an outline can support our writing productivity, so why do we resist it?
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Oct 20, 20233 min read
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Why Meeting Writing Deadlines Is So Hard
Thoughts on why we blow our writing deadlines and strategies for improving on our delivery
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Apr 20, 20234 min read
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Tool Tip: Using ClickUp to Manage Writing Projects (and Anything Else on Your Plate)
Some thoughts on using ClickUp to organize writing projects (and the rest of your work).
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Jan 20, 20234 min read
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Getting (Re)Started After a Pause
The beginning stages of the writing process: subzero draft, zero draft, first draft
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Jun 2, 20225 min read
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That Time I Wrote a Lit Review
A few insights on my strategies for reading the literature, discovering a story, and creating an initial lit review draft
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Mar 8, 20226 min read
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What Are Morning Pages and How Can They Help Academic Writers?
“Morning Pages provoke, clarify, comfort, [and] cajole, prioritize and synchronize the day at hand.”--Julia Cameron
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Feb 22, 20224 min read
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So What? Who Cares? Crafting an Effective Problem Statement
What is a research problem statement and how do you get it right?
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Feb 8, 20224 min read
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Creating a Work Environment to Enhance Productivity
Some reflections on how I organize my physical environment to improve productivity
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Jan 11, 20224 min read
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10 Ideas for Building an Intentional Writing Practice in the New Year
Want to be more intentional about writing in 2022 but not sure how? Here are 10 ideas to try.
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Dec 28, 20213 min read
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Writing Logs: Tools for Productivity and Accountability
A writing log provides tangible evidence of work completed, helping you stay motivated and reach your goals.
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Nov 16, 20213 min read
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Now Is a Great Time for a DIY Writing Retreat
Tips for planning a solo or small-group writing retreat
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Nov 2, 20215 min read
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Do I Need a Writing Coach?
Coaches are everywhere these days. How can one help you advance your scholarly writing?
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Sep 7, 20212 min read
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Writing With Others, Part II: What Are the Benefits?
In Part I, I explored two possible approaches to writing with others. In this post, we’ll dive into some of the benefits of participating...
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Aug 10, 20214 min read
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Rabbit Trails and Mattering: Is It All Just Imposter Syndrome?
Here, I reflect on my own stalled writing project and what might be getting in my way.
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Jul 13, 20212 min read
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Jump Starting Your Summer Writing Practice
4 strategies for developing a productive writing practice
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May 24, 20214 min read
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