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Have you ever agonized over selecting a project management software? Do you peek around Scrivener every so often, only to abandon it because it’s too confusing to get started? Staying organized can seem like an intractable problem if you’re an academic writer. It’s tempting to think that there’s a tool out there to solve all of your organization desires. In today’s episode, Jane is going to discuss why academics get hung up on finding the perfect tool, and why there should be a focus on systems instead. The good news is that once you create a reliable system, you’ll remove the guesswork in selecting a tool that works.
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By Jane Joann Jones5
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Have you ever agonized over selecting a project management software? Do you peek around Scrivener every so often, only to abandon it because it’s too confusing to get started? Staying organized can seem like an intractable problem if you’re an academic writer. It’s tempting to think that there’s a tool out there to solve all of your organization desires. In today’s episode, Jane is going to discuss why academics get hung up on finding the perfect tool, and why there should be a focus on systems instead. The good news is that once you create a reliable system, you’ll remove the guesswork in selecting a tool that works.
✉️ Want even MORE bookish advice, right in your inbox? Sign up for Shelf Help, the newsletter with actionable tips for scholarly writers.

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