Archive - Breakthroughs & Blocks

No such thing as one-size-fits all

What can openers can teach us about writing, human-centred design and learning from ‘extremes’

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Thank you for sprinting with us

Wrapping up April's 7-Day Writing Sprint, a reminder to cool down & send us your feedback, save the date for May & we'll see you on the starting line…

Apr 19 •

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12 things writers learned in our first Substack sprint

From showing up each day to the magic of accountability: words of advice from our intrepid sprinters that will help you keep writing.

Apr 18 •

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Everything you need to know about our Substack 7-Day Writing Sprint

What they are, who's behind them, how to join the Writing Sprint Club and take part in the next one. On your marks, get set, GO!

Apr 18 •

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Writing Sprint: Time to Cool Down 🏁

That’s it, you’ve crossed the finishing line, thanks so much for sprinting with us.

Apr 15 •

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Writing Sprint Day 7: Harness that finishing feeling 🔚

It’s the final day of your writing sprint and the chequered flag is in sight – you’re nearly there!

Apr 14 •

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Writing Sprint Day 6: Shake It Up 💥

Welcome to shake-it-up Saturday - it's time to throw your workday routine up in the air!

Apr 13 •

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Writing Sprint Day 5: What’s Gone Well? 🎉

It’s the end of the working week for many – but not the end of the sprint! Let’s celebrate what’s gone well so far.

Apr 12 •

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Write with me & our friends at The London Writers' Salon

We’re teaming up with our friends at London Writers’ Salon to host a 24-Hour Writing Sprint on April 12-13. Perfect if you need a boost to finis…

Apr 11 •

Writing Sprint Day 4: Are You On Track to Finish? 🏃🏽‍♀️

You are on the fourth day of your sprint which means you’re half-way through - well done for hitting the mid-point milestone! 👏👏

Apr 11 •

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The one thing that helps writers write

A breakthrough! What we learned from surveying 600 writers about their writing blocks, habits and happiness.

Apr 10 •

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Writing Sprint Day 3: What Are Your Obstacles? 👀

Any race involves obstacles – places where you might trip up. Nobody wants to experience them, but they will happen.

Apr 10 •

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