In-person workshops

Information is everywhere. If you want to learn anything you can ask Dr Google and get, at the very least, enough information to get you started. Academic writing is no different — there is no shortage of blog posts and books and courses that will teach you a step-by-step process for getting it done.

For years I also taught a writing process. In fact, I still teach it. But what I also know, as a coach, is that for many people a process isn't enough. People love my training courses and feel inspired to take action on the day of the event; however, I've no doubt that when they get back to their desk and the rest of the real world, many still struggle to find time to write, to say no to requests on their time and to overcome the fear of rejection to submit their document.

That is why my workshops are a blend of teaching, coaching and facilitation. I will give you a step-by-step process to follow when writing your paper. But I will also help you overcome the emotional hurdles that result in writer's block; this is actually the work you need to do but that is rarely addressed in the world of academia. And, for teams, I will help you work together so that your research group is operating as a cohesive unit rather than a random collection of individuals.

I prefer to run these workshops in person because I want participants to do the work. It is easy to hide behind a computer screen or multitask and think that you'll revisit the materials 'later'. But later never comes and the opportunity is missed. Instead, together, you will connect with your peers and actually try the techniques that I teach, so that you can hit the ground running when you get back to your office. You will discuss strategies together so that you can work effectively and efficiently as a team. And I know that when people are together in a room, they share their thoughts and feelings, which makes everyone realise that they are not alone in their writing struggles.

I have been delivering workshops for 20 years and can tailor something for your group about writing with confidence, writing and editing efficiently, making time to write, how to give and receive writing feedback, how to manage a publication, etc. I find that the best thing is to have a chat to work out the scope of the training so that I can ensure the time is spent helping you and your team with the skills that they need.

Costs are $5500+GST for a one-day workshop and $4000+GST for a half-day workshop, inclusive of travel costs.