A fresh pair of eyes
Ask a friend or colleague to check your writing is clear.
Treat it like a day job
'I try to write only between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays. In this way, I am putting some boundaries around my work.'
Creating space to think
To improve your productivity, simply put your phone away for a while.
Put your unconscious to work
After researching and planning, allow your unconscious to process the task overnight before you start writing.
Solvitur Ambulando
If you're stuck in your writing, go for a walk. The changes in your surroundings can trigger changes in your thinking.
A timetable you can stick to
Make sure you base your timetable on how long things actually take to do - not how long you think they take.
‘Wiggle room’
When you're planning an assignment, build in extra time for unforeseen difficulties.
Let’s talk about procrastination
Are you researching endlessly and not getting down to your writing? Here's how to avoid that trap.
Get cracking, keep cracking on
The best preparation for writing is not to prepare at all. Go for a brisk walk, then dive in.
