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Sarah Dobson
July 28, 2018
Grant Writing

How to prep for the fall grant cycle without ruining your summer

Sarah Dobson
July 28, 2018
Grant Writing

I'm sure the last thing you want to be doing right now is thinking about September, but I promise you that taking a few small steps right now will help make the fall grant cycle go much more smoothly.

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Sarah Dobson
May 29, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays

Tutorial Tuesdays: Why you need to address 'So What' in your paper

Sarah Dobson
May 29, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays

In this episode of Tutorial Tuesdays, learn why you need to address the ‘So What’ question.

Tagged: improve your writing

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Sarah Dobson
May 15, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays

Tutorial Tuesdays: How to anticipate and address questions

Sarah Dobson
May 15, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays

Episode 7 covers why and how to anticipate and address questions. Part of this month’s series on writing a rejection-proof paper. Watch now >>

Tagged: improve your writing

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Sarah Dobson
May 8, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays

Tutorial Tuesdays: Why you need to choose your journal before you start writing

Sarah Dobson
May 8, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays

In Episode 6 of Tutorial Tuesdays, I explain why it’s important to choose your journal first, not last. Watch now >>

Tagged: improve your writing

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Sarah Dobson
May 1, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays

Tutorial Tuesdays: How to write a rejection-proof paper

Sarah Dobson
May 1, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays

Welcome to a new month and a new topic for Tutorial Tuesdays!

This month you'll learn key writing skills and strategies to help you get your paper published in your target journal. Watch now >>

Tagged: improve your writing

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Sarah Dobson
April 24, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays

Tutorial Tuesdays: How to make your project sound feasible

Sarah Dobson
April 24, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays
Tutorial Tuesdays: How to make your project sound feasible

In this episode of Tutorial Tuesdays, I teach you the strategies you need to use to convince your reviewers that you're organized and you know what you're doing. Watch now >>

Tagged: grant writing

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Sarah Dobson
April 17, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays

Tutorial Tuesdays: How to convey a sense of urgency in your grant proposal

Sarah Dobson
April 17, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays
Tutorial Tuesdays: How to convey a sense of urgency in your grant proposal

Tutorial Tuesdays Episode 3 covers how to create a sense of urgency in your grant proposal (without sounding slimy). Learn a step-by-step process to make your grant proposal more compelling. Watch now >>

Tagged: grant writing

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Sarah Dobson
April 10, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays

Tutorial Tuesdays: How to convince your reviewers that your project is worthwhile

Sarah Dobson
April 10, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays
Tutorial Tuesdays: How to convince your reviewers that your project is worthwhile

Episode 2 covers how to convince your reviewers that your project is worthwhile. Watch now >>

Tagged: grant writing

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Sarah Dobson
April 3, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays

Tutorial Tuesdays: Three things you need to do in every grant proposal

Sarah Dobson
April 3, 2018
Tutorial Tuesdays
Tutorial Tuesdays: Three things you need to do in every grant proposal

Welcome to the very first episode of Tutorial Tuesdays! I cover what the video series is about and what it can do for you. Then I dive in to the three things you need to get right in EVERY grant proposal. Watch now >>

Tagged: grant writing

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Sarah Dobson
February 20, 2018
Grant Writing

What to do after you submit your grant (besides pour a drink)

Sarah Dobson
February 20, 2018
Grant Writing

Before you pour that tumbler of vodka and congratulate yourself on submitting your application one minute before the deadline (c'mon, we've all done it): take 10 minutes to write a few things down. I'll take you through what to include.

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Sarah Dobson
November 26, 2017
Grant Writing

How to write a CIHR or NIH grant without dropping the ball on everything else

Sarah Dobson
November 26, 2017
Grant Writing

Writing a proposal for NIH or CIHR is a big freaking deal. But if you do it right, you don't need to drop everything else and run around with your hair on fire to get it done. Here are a few tips.

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Sarah Dobson
October 24, 2017
Grant Writing

How specific should I be in my grant proposal?

Sarah Dobson
October 24, 2017
Grant Writing

Read my answer to a client question about how specific to be in a grant proposal.

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Sarah Dobson
October 11, 2017
Perspective

Does your work feed you?

Sarah Dobson
October 11, 2017
Perspective

Does your work feed your fulfillment? Or does it mostly feed you a shit sandwich? Time to ask yourself some tough questions.

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Sarah Dobson
September 27, 2017
Perspective

Before you decide to quit for good, take a nap

Sarah Dobson
September 27, 2017
Perspective

Do you really want to quit, or do you just need a rest? HALT before you leave.

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Sarah Dobson
July 19, 2017
Writing & Revising

How to revise and edit your academic writing

Sarah Dobson
July 19, 2017
Writing & Revising

DIY revising and editing in a step-by-step guide, plus a downloadable checklist to make the process even easier. You're welcome.

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Sarah Dobson
May 17, 2017
Productivity

The simplest way to get a ton of writing done this summer (and still have a life)

Sarah Dobson
May 17, 2017
Productivity

This simple approach to planning will help you get a ton of writing done this summer.

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Sarah Dobson
May 10, 2017
Productivity

How to stop half-assing your goals (and get more efficient)

Sarah Dobson
May 10, 2017
Productivity

You know you're not supposed to multi-task. So why do you multi-goal?

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Sarah Dobson
May 3, 2017
Perspective

Done is better than perfect. (Really)

Sarah Dobson
May 3, 2017
Perspective

How to stop being intimidated by your writing.

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Sarah Dobson
April 5, 2017
Perspective

Is it time to quit? Here's how to know for sure.

Sarah Dobson
April 5, 2017
Perspective

How do you know whether quitting is the right decision? Here's how to figure it out.

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Sarah Dobson
March 29, 2017
Productivity

Do you spend most of your time thinking “I should be writing”? Here are six ways to free yourself.

Sarah Dobson
March 29, 2017
Productivity

Break the "I should be writing" pattern with these six tips.

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