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How to Write Faster: Writing 4,000 Words Per Hour or More
Rating: 4.3 out of 5(101 ratings)
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How to Write Faster: Writing 4,000 Words Per Hour or More

Writing Faster and Better for Novelists, Freelancers, Bloggers, Students, and Academics
Created byLaura Briggs
Last updated 3/2018
English
English [Auto],

What you'll learn

  • Students will be able to cut out distractions more effectively
  • Students will be able to focus on writing sprints
  • Students will know how to set up their writing zone of genius

Course content

1 section31 lectures1h 40m total length
  • Introduction1:38

    Discover tips to write faster and more effectively, saving time and boosting earnings with strategies drawn from a six-figure freelance writing career, ideal for novelists and academics.

  • Why Am I Teaching This Course?3:48

    Model proven strategies from mentors to write 4,000 words per hour, stay focused, and tailor tips to your business or life.

  • My Teaching Philosophy2:23

    Adopt a laser-focused teaching philosophy that skips fluff and delivers quick, practical guidance to help you write faster, up to 4,000 words per hour, with interactive support.

  • Fast Track Tip- Cut out this Distraction NOW4:37

    Pause your inbox with Gmail inbox pause from boomerang to cut distractions, boost writing focus, and manage emails with an auto responder, delivery exceptions, and hidden labels.

  • An Important Note About This Course1:34

    Contribute ratings and reviews to help improve the course and reach more learners. Your five-star feedback guides improvements and visibility.

  • How to Figure Out Your Writing Baseline5:02

    Figure out your current writing baseline by timing a 10-minute, distraction-free sprint, disconnect from internet, then multiply by six to estimate hourly output.

  • Picking the Right Tools: Computers, Keyboards, and Writing Faster3:11

    Choose a dependable computer and efficient keyboard to minimize lag and keep your focused writing time productive.

  • How to Change Habits by Reflecting on Your Why3:15

    Reflect on your why to stay focused as you adopt the strategies in this course. Identify whether you want more income or more time and creativity, then overcome resistance.

  • Don't Let Your Brain Change Lanes Often4:09

    Stay in one focus lane while writing to avoid distractions from social media and email. Batch writing, research, and editing at different times to boost speed and reduce mental fatigue.

  • Why You Must Eliminate Distractions1:43

    Minimize distractions that waste 20–30 minutes per work session and break your writing focus. Block time for dedicated focus and remove phone and social media checks to boost writing speed.

  • How My Writing Speeds Over Time Stack Up2:20

    See how writing speed grows from 60 minutes for 500 words to 6–10 minutes per post through daily practice and tools like text speech in a distraction-free environment.

  • My Favorite Distraction Blocking Tools3:14

    Block distractions to boost your writing focus using tools like airplane mode, Gmail inbox pause, boomerang, toggle, and freedom, plus strategies for self-policing and mental clarity.

  • My Favorite Focus Tools2:36

    Use focus at will and brainwave 32 channels to train your brain for work mode with scientifically proven music and timer reminders for writing.

  • How to Use Batching to Get More Done3:08

    Batch similar tasks to boost writing speed and focus, reducing mental fatigue. Batch research, writing, and editing as separate phases, and batch emails, outlines, and course recordings.

  • The Process of Getting Faster1:28

    See writing faster as a patient process built on commitment, practice, and focus, celebrating progress as you build momentum through regular, distraction-free sprints.

  • My Day By Day Writing Schedule with Batching4:49

    Adopt a day-by-day batching approach to writing, moving from topic selection and research to writing, then editing and verification, with recording and uploading on separate days to boost speed.

  • The Core Processes6:03

    Store all outlining information in one place, like a Google document or spreadsheet, to reflect back easily, then focus on writing with timed sprints and two editing passes.

  • Master Hack: How to Write 3X Faster8:09

    Master this writing hack by recording your speech, then transcribing it with services or a transcriptionist to triple your output; batch, edit, and publish faster.

  • Making a Dedicated Writing Space2:12

    Create a dedicated writing space to condition your brain for focused work, using a consistent time, focused music, candles or essential oils, and a clean, comfortable setup to reduce distraction.

  • Dealing with Distractions from People3:06

    Protect your sacred writing space by minimizing interruptions from people and setting clear boundaries. Inform loved ones and schedule focused time, with plane mode and limited email checks.

  • How to Use the Parkinson Principle to Write Faster2:22

    Explore Parkinson's principle, which says work expands to fill the time, and learn to hack your brain and use deadlines to write faster with practical tips to avoid procrastination.

  • How to Avoid Physical & Health Problems When Writing More3:49

    Adopt health-focused strategies for speed writing, including regular breaks, pomodoro cycles, stretches, standing desk options, blue light blocking glasses, and wrist supports to prevent carpal tunnel and eyestrain.

  • Course Recap1:49

    Discover how to write faster—up to 4,000 words per hour—by removing distractions, speaking instead of writing, batching tasks, and tracking progress.

  • How to Create Fake Deadlines to Write Faster2:06

    Create fake deadlines to push yourself to write faster, turning tasks into a game with accountability partners or a virtual assistant. Schedule checks and refine deadlines to improve pace.

  • Master Hack: How to Get More Done Outside Your Home2:40

    Leave your home to write in a library or cafe to get more done outside, using battery pressure and the Parkinson principle for faster and more effective writing.

  • Using AutoResponders to Train People About Your Email Habits4:28

    Use auto responders to set clear online availability and train clients and colleagues to respect focused writing time, reducing email interruptions and improving productivity.

  • Batching Phone Calls & Meetings to Get Focused Writing Time2:50

    Batch phone calls, meetings, and emails into a dedicated day or window to protect deep work and focused writing time for higher output.

  • Finding the Best Time of Day to Write3:08

    Test your ideal writing time by experimenting with different times of day and short sprints. Track results in a sprint tracker to discover the best conditions for focused writing.

  • Tracking Your Writing Sprints3:10

    Track writing sprints with a simple Google Sheet to record date, minutes, and words added, then calculate words per hour to optimize timing (morning sessions) and method (typing or voice).

  • Using Your New Time to Do More... or Less!2:29

    Apply batching across outlining, research, writing, and editing to write faster without sacrificing quality. Free up time for more projects, higher earnings, and personal hobbies while staying focused.

  • Consistency & Commitment for the Win3:41

    Build consistent writing habits by using daily goals, tracking progress with a writing calendar, and tailoring timeboxed sprints to your projects for improved writing.

Requirements

  • Know how to use a PC or Mac
  • Basic typing skills

Description

In this course, you will learn how to become a faster writing by focusing on sprints, cutting out distractions, my top writing software tools and hacks, and how to make sure that you product top quality content at faster speeds. 

I use my background as a full-time freelance writer, PhD candidate, and blogger to help you implement my favorite tips for becoming a faster writer without sacrificing quality. You'll learn how I create 90,000+ words of content every single week for a variety of different purposes and audiences. 

Whether you're a student, a blogger, a freelance writer, an academic, or someone looking to write their first book, you probably are worried about having enough time to accomplish your writing. By focusing in on your writing time, you get the most out of it every single time. 

In this course, you'll get more than six years of my personal experience writing faster to help you knock out thousands of words with ease! 

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone who wants to become a faster writer
  • Students
  • Academics
  • Professional writers