Researcher Development Series 2017 - Turbocharge Your Writing

Turbocharge Your Writing

with Hugh Kearns

Would you like to know the secret to high output, low stress scholarly writing? In academia it is often assumed that writing should be something that comes naturally. However, an overwhelming body of research shows that there are very clear and practical strategies that can greatly increase your writing productivity.

This workshop will help you to understand:

• Why it's hard to get started
• How we deliberately use distractions to slow down writing
• The principles of quick starting
• How to deal with destructive internal beliefs
• How to set a writing plan and stick to it
• How to set achievable goals by writing in a silo
• How to greatly increase the number of actual words you produce
• How to clarify your thinking, and improve the quality of your work

Hugh Kearns from Thinkwell is recognised internationally as a public speaker, educator and researcher. His areas of expertise include self-management, positive psychology, work-life balance, learning and creativity. He draws on over twenty five years of experience as a leading training and development professional within the corporate, financial, education and health sectors.

Session includes a light lunch.

For more information:
E: kelly.banwell@adelaide.edu.au
P: (08) 8313 0972