Script writing takes work and the practical, time-saving methods that Darren and Mark discuss today will make the process easier. Listen as they examine how to create your first script, edit with impact, and use your script as a presentation roadmap.

SNIPPETS:

• You can't edit what you don't create

• In Microsoft Word use DICTATE to generate a transcript

• Create your 'sloppy first copy'

• Separate each line of your script

• Add LINE NUMBERS in Google Docs, MS Word, etc.

• Add WORD COUNT

• Insert PAGE NUMBERS

• Insert LINE NUMBERS

• Customize with pause cues, timing cues, emotion cues, and stage direction

• Color code notes as you wish

• Say it better with fewer words