In the last few years I’ve added working with academic staff to the work I do as a writing coach with small business owners. For some this seems
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Make writing easier by writing with others
Writing with others makes writing easier, whether it’s in a formal writing group that meets regularly or just a casual writing date with a friend. Before I go
How do I stop feeling blocked and start writing?
All writer’s get writer’s block at some point. So how can you stop feeling blocked so you can start writing? Are other people’s voices getting in the way?
What’s the best way to write a first draft?
The tldr; answer to the question of what’s the best way to write a first draft is this: as quickly as possible. This is true no matter what
AI has issues with consent and truth
AI is here to stay, whether we like it or not. Some forms of AI, like voice recognition software, can be used responsibly and ethically. For example, when
How to stay motivated to write
How do you stay motivated to write? Whether you're writing a book, maintaining your blog, or doing some other writing project, motivation is key to finishing. It can
Don’t lose sight of the next step in the big plan
Don't let the next step in your writing get lost in the bigger plan. Whether you're writing a blog post, an article, or a book chapter, it's likely
Even lazy procrastinators can write
Are you too lazy or too much of a procrastinator to write a book or even to start one? The hardest part of writing a book (or any
How Freewriting Can Make You a Fast and Fearless Writer
All writers fear the blank page sometimes. Freewriting helps you fill that page quickly and easily. Once you have words on the page, you can start shaping them
Never Fear the Blank Page – Start Your Book Now
Some writers fear staring at a blank page for hours (or days) on end. This fear is most often rooted in impostor syndrome, but it’s easier to overcome