Writing Checklist for Organization and Motivation

The whole process of writing and publishing may appear overwhelming. One strategy is to divide the entire process into small steps. Here is a checklist I use to keep track of my progress. I check off each step as I accomplish it. This provides positive reinforcement and sustains my motivation. It also provides an excellent method of organization.

      ___ Research the topic
      ___ Read the articles
      ___ Write an outline
      ___ Determine the target journal
      ___ Write a query letter
      ___ Write a rough draft
      ___ Revise the draft
      ___ Have a colleague read the draft
      ___ Revise the draft
      ___ Write the references
      ___ Proofread the final copy
      ___ Write a cover letter
      ___ Mail the manuscript

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