Academic writing is hard at the best of times. It’s especially challenging when there’s so much going on. With many competing priorities, we struggle to consistently make time for writing.

In this interactive session, you’ll discover tools, strategies, and techniques for making writing more manageable (and even enjoyable).

Whether you’re tackling a journal article, a book, or a thesis, you’ll get insights and practical tips on getting started and maintaining your momentum.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

  • Understanding what aspects of your writing you can influence, versus what’s beyond your control.
  • Planning a piece of writing using different techniques.
  • Establishing effective boundaries that give you the time and headspace to write.
  • Improving productivity without compromising your health.
  • Staying focused and minimising disruptions.
  • Looking after yourself. You’re not a machine!

With the help of an experienced facilitator and the rest of the group, you’ll start creating a strategy that’s right for you.

By the end of the session, you should be able to:

  • Distinguish between controllable and uncontrollable factors in your writing process and focus your energy on areas you can influence.
  • Select and apply appropriate planning techniques for different types of academic writing project.
  • Establish effective boundaries and routines that protect writing time while managing competing academic demands.
  • Implement productivity and focus strategies that enhance output without compromising your wellbeing.
  • Design a sustainable writing practice that incorporates self-care and realistic expectations about your capacity.

👩🏽‍🎓 Audience: Researchers at all stages and in any discipline.

⏰ Duration: 2 hours

Feedback

  • “Lots of useful tips for getting in the flow and overcoming procrastination.”
  • “Thank you very much! It was so useful, I feel much more confident in writing.”
  • “We covered a lot of ground in 2 hours, and I feel much more positive about writing now!”

Cost

This 2-hour workshop costs £525 + VAT for up to 30 participants.

Booking

Please email me@catherinepope.com if you’d like to book this training or if you have any questions.

On receipt of a purchase order, I’ll arrange a date with you for the workshop and make all the necessary technical arrangements. You just need to promote the event and send the link to your researchers.

For more information, please see my full workshop terms and conditions.