Agile Tools for Modern Creative Writers
Agile Tools for Modern Creative Writers
Blogging may seem pointless if no one reads it, but it offers hidden value: clarity of thought, self-reflection, and the act of creation itself. The true audience includes future selves, maybe one right person, and the work itself. Writing is an essential process, akin to street photography, done for personal fulfillment rather than validation. The key takeaway: the work matters, regardless of readership.
Scrivener allows custom project settings that can override global settings to tailor functionality and templates to specific projects. Key features include section types for compiling, custom labels and statuses for organization, custom metadata fields, formatting options, auto-complete lists, special folders for templates, background images, and backup settings. These customized settings enhance project management and workflow efficiency.
https://www.literatureandlatte.com/blog/understanding-scriveners-project-settings
Day One Android app gets a modern refresh with vibrant designs, enhanced functionality, and new features for easier journaling, including entry sorting by edit date, audio attachments, and improved media management. Updates fix various bugs and enhance user experience.
https://dayoneapp.com/releases/a-fresh-new-look-for-android/
Running a link blog since 2003, Simon Willison shares his methods for publishing “blogmarks” with titles, URLs, commentary, and crediting authors. After upgrading to Markdown, he emphasizes creating enriching content through context, quotations, and related links while ensuring a personal touch. Technically, his blog operates on Django, featuring a search function and draft mode, while he also publishes a weekly newsletter. He encourages more link sharing, viewing it as a valuable internet contribution amid prevalent social media algorithms.
Xuanwo's Blog follows Simon Willison's approach to link blogging, sharing links with personal commentary. It emphasizes frequent writing over unique insights, aiming to enhance readers' experience by connecting content and providing context.
iA Presenter emphasizes storytelling over slide design, encouraging users to focus on their narrative rather than layout details. Its concise tutorial guide teaches letting go of design worries, enhancing presentation effectiveness. For further resources, users can explore the iA Support section and YouTube channel.
AI integration in businesses must balance effectiveness and ethics. Leaders should ensure human involvement, transparency (for customer experience), vendor selection, and continuous learning (for marketing), while IT should focus on user education, personalized controls, and risk assessments. Sales must commit to ethical standards, regular impact assessment, and human judgment. Emphasizing responsible AI fosters trust and operational success.
https://www.grammarly.com/business/learn/embracing-responsible-ai/
TLDR: Efficiency = process focus; effectiveness = outcome focus. Example: Planning outfits = efficient; saving for retirement = effective. Both terms are crucial in workplaces to achieve goals without confusion. Key difference: efficiency is short-term resource maximization; effectiveness is long-term goal achievement. Metrics: Customer satisfaction measures effectiveness; productivity measures efficiency. Balance both for optimal results; prioritization depends on context.
https://www.grammarly.com/blog/commonly-confused-words/effectiveness-vs-efficiency/
AI tool selection for higher education is complex; evaluate technology and vendors carefully. This guide lists 24 key questions to assess AI solutions, covering core functionalities, user experience, technical deployment, data security, ethical considerations, customer support, and costs. Proper vendor evaluation ensures alignment with institutional goals and enhances academic efficiency.
April Davila, a novelist, explores the intersection of mindfulness and writing. Her debut novel, set on an ostrich farm, weaves themes of family, contradictions, and personal struggles. Initially hesitant to write about dairy farming due to authenticity concerns, she pivoted to ostrich farming, which became a unique backdrop for her story about Tallulah, a girl navigating family dynamics after a traumatic event. After ten years and many rejections, she found a publisher. April attributes her writing growth to regular meditation, which enhances focus and comfort with difficult topics. She is also an advocate for Scrivener, a writing software that aids organization and tracks progress.
