Calm productivity for academics
Category: Writing
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Creative thinking with Obsidian
For academics, the early stages of a writing project should be a time of exploration and discovery. Yet the tools we use often constrain our thinking in subtle but powerful ways. Most of us default to writing in linear documents like Google Docs or Word. While these tools excel at many things – including collaborating…
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Note-taking intent
Note-taking is an important part of knowledge work and, while it’s important to think about where and how you take notes, it’s much more important to think about what you’re going to do with them.
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Stephen King: On writing
On Writing, by Stephen King, blends memoir and practical advice, giving writers a glimpse into the creative process while offering valuable tools. From embracing authentic voice to developing a daily writing routine, King’s insights help writers—especially busy academics—cultivate a productive, disciplined approach to their craft.
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Academic workflow for writing: From first note to publication
In this video, Dave Nicholls and I talk about the tools and services we use in our writing process, as well as our intentions that guide our choices. Ultimately, we decide that ‘academic workflow for writing’ is about creating space to spend more time on the work that matters, rather than simply doing more.