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What's on your 'Shit List'?
LockSimple

May 7, 2026

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3 min read

What's on your 'Shit List'?

A novel, genuinely effective way of coming up with story ideas.

Freelancing With Tim
Freelancing With Tim
Should you be a generalist or a specialist?

May 5, 2026

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3 min read

Should you be a generalist or a specialist?

Plus: Lots of upcoming Zoom workshops, and discounts for one-on-one coaching!

Freelancing With Tim
Freelancing With Tim
How to write better personal essays
LockSimple

Apr 30, 2026

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2 min read

How to write better personal essays

Personal essays can be one of the most difficult, intimidating forms of storytelling. Here's some help from a top-notch editor.

Freelancing With Tim
Freelancing With Tim
How to write better first drafts of your stories

Apr 28, 2026

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3 min read

How to write better first drafts of your stories

Better first drafts come from alignment, not perfection.

Freelancing With Tim
Freelancing With Tim
The exact text of a pitch sold to Slate for $600
LockSimple

Apr 23, 2026

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5 min read

The exact text of a pitch sold to Slate for $600

Plus: 3 free workshops and 33% off one-on-one coaching sessions for paid subscribers!

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