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Dissertation Writing Tips from a Renowned Journalist

Whatever form of writing youu2019re engaged in, including the complex task of writing a doctoral dissertation, there are some general rules (A.K.A. gems of advice) that are worth repeating and heeding. To know more, visit: https://dissertationcompletecoaching.com/

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Dissertation Writing Tips from a Renowned Journalist

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  1. Dissertation Writing Tips from a Renowned Journalist Whatever form of writing you’re engaged in, including the complex task of writing a doctoral dissertation, there are some general rules (A.K.A. gems of advice) that are worth repeating and heeding. Frank Bruni, long-term cultural, social and political critic for The New York Times, published responses he gaveto an interviewabout the art (and task) of writing.

  2. “Keep sailing” past the first draft. Bruni reports that the greatest lesson he’s learned as a writer is that your first draft is often precisely that, and it can be terrible without being a signal that you should jump ship. Keep sailing. Or rowing. And bailing water. (Just don’t overwork a metaphor the way I just did.) A first draft can feel so blob-like: awkward, amorphous and misshapen. It’s often enough to stop us in our tracks, as we jump to premature conclusions about our abilities.

  3. Unpredictable output is to be expected. When asked about the “biggest surprise” Bruni experiences as a writer, he responded: “The unpredictability of how much time something will take me and how easy or hard it will be. I’ll zip through two pieces of writing that turn out really well and take minimal effort, and I’ll think: ‘I’ve cracked the code! I’ve turned the corner!’ Then the next piece will be the most sluggishly produced horror show of my career. You just never know. And should never assume.”

  4. Step away from the computer. When asked about the best piece of writing advice Bruni had been given, he replied that when hitting a wall or feeling blocked, it’s best to “step away from the computer.” This advice will come as no surprise since we’ve discussed it so many times on this blog. Flow simply cannot be forced. It’s often better to walk away from the computer and engage in just about any other activity so your mind can take a break and reset.

  5. To put a finer point on it (from Mr. Bruni): “No one ever got anywhere by banging on the backspace key for hours on end.” If you’re stuck in backspace mode, reach out to me. I provide personalized dissertation services that provide brass tacks academic and emotional support to get you to the finish line. Get In Touch With Us: edellcara@gmail.com Kingston, Ontario, Canada +529992778912 • dissertationcompletecoaching.com

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