How to read more effectively
Engage with your reading more deeply by using this 40-minute read-think-write method. It will save you time too.
Get started with your essay
If you’re a procrastinator, it's important to make a start – any start – but begin early. And write actual sentences on the page.
Successful endings
It's useful to think of endings as looking in one of three different directions: look back; look forwards; look beyond.
Keeping up the momentum
Break down the job into a numbered list of tasks. Crossing off the items as you complete them will give you a feeling of achievement.
Keeping motivated
You may want to launch into your most difficult task first. But if this feels intimidating, start with the quick, simple jobs.
Don’t forget to think
1 Starting thoughts When an essay assignment arrives, read the title slowly. Put it aside for an hour then read it again. Take 15 minutes to ask yourself: • Do I understand what’s being asked of me? You might need…
Smooth your reader’s journey
Provide guidance for your reader to help them to navigate smoothly through your document without losing the thread of your argument.
Dealing with deadlines
Note all your deadlines on a planner and create false deadlines to allow yourself extra time.
How to write in short stints
Keep a notebook with you at all times to jot down ideas for your next writing stint.
Three key tips for effective proofreading
Trying reading your work aloud, recruiting a proofreading buddy, and converting your text into an unusual font to spot your errors.
