Stumbling+Blocks+and+Strategies+for+Writing

Stumbling Blocks

- Time/when do I write it - Good Intro - Main idea about each paragraph - Running out of ideas - Elaborating on ideas - Good Thesis - First sentence - Interesting - Conclusion - Catchy intro - TV - Forgetting ideas - Too many ideas - Distractions Problem starting Writing catchy intros – leaving details out Paragraph flow Thesis/purpose is clear Transitioning between paragraphs Getting into a “writing rhythm” Lack of interesting topic Internet distractions!!

Strategies

- Outline (planning ahead) - Don’t Procrastinate - Web/list - Brainstorming - Quote Database - Free writing responding to quotes - Skip Intro - Research topic - Loose Intro - Find proper environment - Keep work in short amounts - Have a clear head - Avoid distractions

Brainstorm Taping into your brain Sign off for 15 minute intervals Phone a friend and talk about the important topic Create a mini outline/web Bulleting Leave the writing and come back to it in a few minutes Avoid caffeine/ sugar drinks Listening to Music