This is so true. With almost anything I'm writing, I follow a specific, fairly methodical process. The systematic order goes something like this:
- Jot down thoughts and ideas, using specific keywords but avoiding specific phrases
- Turn the notes into a working outline that represents paragraphs
- Refine the outline so that each "paragraph" section has enough bullet points for making at least the minimum amount of sentences for a paragraph
- Using the outline, create a rough (i.e. working) draft of the piece
- Read aloud, tweaking as necessary
Tada! Spellcheck and grammar problems that MS Word doesn't find are usually picked up in the last step. All the best for a productive writing day!
Becky
