Grant Writing Made Clear with Dr. Trenette
Ever wish you had a mentor with two decades of grant writing experience, ready to guide you through the complexities of securing the funding your organization needs to thrive? Look no further—because that’s exactly what you’ll get when you tune in to Grant Writing Made Clear! Hosted by Dr. Trenette, a distinguished professor, behavioral scientist, seasoned grant writer, and former nonprofit president, she has been principal investigator, co-principal investigator, and co-investigator on grants totaling $14 million dollars. This podcast breaks down the grant writing process and equips you with the tools and strategies to secure larger, impactful funding for your mission-driven organization. In every episode, Dr. Trenette shares lessons learned from both formal training and hands-on experience, so you can write powerful grant proposals that turn your vision into reality.
Whether you're new to grant writing or a seasoned pro looking to find the right funding mechanism, avoid common pitfalls, or craft a winning proposal, Grant Writing Made Clear has you covered. Tune in to get inspired, learn actionable steps, and discover how to turn your goals into funded realities!
Disclosure: We periodically use AI tools to assist in various ways such as brainstorming topics and editing audio. Learning AI will help us to teach others how to use AI in grant writing.
Grant Writing Made Clear with Dr. Trenette
Episode 17: Why Attend a Writing Retreat Now?
Grant Writing Made Clear
Ever stared at a blank screen with a blinking cursor judging your life choices? Yep—same. In this episode, we're diving into something that could totally transform your writing process: writing retreats.
Whether you're buried under grant deadlines or trying to finally finish that manuscript, a writing retreat might be exactly what you need. Dr. Trenette shares her experiences—from organizing her first group writing retreat as a doctoral student to planning a focused, two-person writing getaway more recently. She outlines the major benefits (hint: productivity, clarity, and community) and offers practical tips to make your own writing retreat a success—whether solo, virtual, or ocean-view style.
Key Takeaways
- Why writing retreats work (and how to make them work for you)
- How dedicated time and space can dramatically increase your productivity
- The power of writing in community—even if it’s just one colleague
- Ways to structure your time to avoid burnout and stay motivated
- Tips for creating your own retreat (location, goals, and flexibility included)
Resources Mentioned
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- Freebie: How to Turn an Idea Into a Fundable Proposal
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