Beat The Clock, Write Like A Boss!

Eunice N. Smith
3 min readFeb 13, 2023

4 Ways to Write Your Screenplay Faster (even if you don’t feel like it)

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We’ve all heard the adage, if you’re a screenwriter, you need to be writing. Some even recommend we write every day. But have you ever wondered HOW?

As a screenwriter, the motivation (and time) to write can feel impossible — you know I know right? In this post, I’m sharing four practical ways you can use time blocking to plan out and organize your writing process.

Now, before you dive in, I want to warn you, this involves a bit of discipline plus dividing your day or week into specific blocks of time dedicated to different tasks related to writing, such as writing, research, or revisions. And it might mean you have less time to Netflix and chill but, I promise it will pay off in the long-run. I’m not trying to ruin your social life here. The goal is to maximize your productivity by keeping you focused and on track so you can pen those screenplay pages and script your success.

Here are some steps you can follow to implement time blocking in your writing routine to beat the clock and bang out screenplay pages starting today:

  1. Determine your priorities: Make a list of all the tasks you need to complete as a screenwriter, and prioritize them based on their level of…

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Eunice N. Smith

Professional Screenwriting Consultant I teach screenwriters how to develop the screenplays that lead to $$$ and Career Opportunities you deserve. #WriteOn