Daphne Gray-Grant

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Do you manage your email — or does it manage you?

Many writers mismanage their email. (In fact, many people mismanage their email. But the issue is more important for writers because email takes place at the computer — where we need to write.) When I meet with new members of the Get It Done group, I often ask about email. Many writers confess to opening […]

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Recommended books: Summer 2020

Reading time: About 6 minutes (but very scannable) Looking for some recommended books in time for summer reading? Here’s my semi-annual roundup of books I’ve read this year.   I aim to read 52 books every 12 months, and my habit is to post a complete list of the names of them for you, in early summer and

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How to be a better self-editor

Many of you registered for my Zoom-based webinar on becoming a better self editor. I know how painful — and slow —  it can be to listen to audio, so for your hidden post today, I’m providing a copy of my script from the call. Here you go! I’ve been a professional editor for more

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PubCoach Top 10: June 2020

Reading time: Less than 6 minutes (and very scannable) Here are my 10 favourite articles or posts from last month, focusing on the most useful, helpful and healthful pieces for writers. As summer starts to settle in, I’m feeling sun on my face and arms, going for socially distanced picnics and making tentative plans to

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How to manage your attention, not your time

Because you’ve signed up for Get It Done, I assume you want to increase  your productivity as a writer. The biggest secret to achieving that goal lies with the idea of managing your attention rather than your time. What’s the difference? Focusing on time makes you ask a question like: “How do I get these

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How to move between different types of writing

Do you ever need to pursue different types of writing? This demand can be frightening — or frustrating — to some writers but there are steps you can take to make the transition easier. Here is what you can do: 1-Be aware of the different styles in which you need to write. Most writing experts

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Should you get an MFA?

Reading time: About 5 minutes If you’ve ever considered going back to school, you may have asked yourself whether you should get an MFA. Today’s post looks at that idea in some detail.  When I was in my 30s, I briefly considered going back to school and getting an MBA — Masters of Business Administration.

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