In Episode 248 Christine Tulley, President and Executive Writing Coach AT Defend, Publish & Lead, shares four practical strategies for managing grading responsibilities while protecting writing time: front-loading writing at the beginning of the semester before grading intensifies, leaving detailed notes after each writing session to facilitate re-entry after breaks, prioritizing writing before grading whenever possible to ensure it happens and to capitalize on fresh mental energy, and proactively blocking backup writing slots in future weeks to compensate for reduced productivity during heavy grading periods. She emphasizes that balance isn't always realistic—some weeks will be more grading-heavy while others allow for more writing—and encourages listeners to stay connected to their scholarly work even during demanding teaching periods, suggesting resources like the Tuesday Toolbox video series as a way to keep writing skills sharp when time is limited.

Episodes Mentioned

• Episode 89: How I Got Back into Writing after a Month Off 

Resources:

• Tuesday Toolbox - contact christine@defendpublishandlead.com for subscription information
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• Check out our current and past workshops at Eventbrite for writing support content. A FREE webinar is posted each month. Missed a workshop? Request a workshop or webinar recording from christine@defendandpublish.com
• Don't forget about the wonderful resources at Textbook and Academic Authors Association. The organization can be found at: https://www.taaonline.net
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