ABSTRACT
In this chapter Wendy Despain shares some secrets to being productive and hitting deadlines on time. Writing for video games often requires writing as much text as is in a novel, but on short deadlines and in collaboration with a large team. She suggests ways to break up the work into smaller tasks, estimating how long each will take to finish, and tracking your progress with each one. She shares suggestions for overcoming writer’s block and staying organized. There are customized strategies for freelancers working from home, and writers in the game studio. The chapter finishes with writing exercises designed to help with productivity and hone your skills for being productive.
