1) [Weekly Sheet] Research Velocity & Streak Tracker
Track daily writing time, words, velocity (WPH), and whether you did “first thing” writing. Includes a weekly retrospective.
PDF Templates
Download these, print them, or use them on a tablet.
Keep it simple: one sheet, one job.
2) [Daily] Zero Draft Session Sheet
For when you’re stuck. Write first, edit later. Includes a 15-minute "entry ritual" and the "downhill slope" trick.
3) [Weekly] Research Team Sync Log
A lightweight meeting log for Tu/Th (or any cadence): attendance, check-in, one main goal, blockers, and next meeting.
Instructor note (optional)
If you want the "why": these sheets are designed to reduce startup friction and turn writing into a repeatable routine. Nothing fancy... just consistent reps.
How to use these (quick)
- Daily (When Stuck): do one Zero Draft session (15 minutes).
- Daily: log your work in the Velocity Tracker (even 15 minutes counts).
- Team meetings: start with the Team Sync log so you leave with one clear next step.
Tip: don’t aim for "perfect writing." Aim for written.