A good writer must also produce what is needed, when it's needed, within budget, and despite unexpected obstacles. No small task, and one that does not come naturally to many people. Writers can apply project management techniques in a variety of writing situations to help define the scope of a project, identify components of the project, estimate how long it will take to produce various components, and identify what is needed when to keep the project moving, estimate how much it will cost, provide communication during the course of the project, and allow for mid-course adjustments based on circumstances. An overview of project management theory and a description of the techniques I have found most useful to writers are provided below. After the overview, practical applications of the theory and of techniques are described for writers and for managers of writers.
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