Dr Melanie Smith

Academic Coach

I'm an EU Law scholar, published author of peer-reviewed papers, chapters, books, and edited collections. I've served as a consultant to the European Parliament, held a tenured Associate Professor position at Cardiff University for over 13 years, and led writing courses for faculty. With 18+ years of experience, I've contributed to research, publishing, program development, and teaching/supervision at all levels at Russell Group Universities in the UK. I'm dedicated to assisting academic writers in fostering a better relationship with their writing, maximizing productivity while minimizing time investment. I established Academic Coach to provide the skills, advice, and guidance I wish I had, utilizing cutting-edge research in writing productivity, neuroscience, and behavioral psychology. Academic Coach offers clear, impactful coaching and training for individuals seeking to enhance their writing skills and excel professionally. Over the past five years, I've delivered effective coaching and training to thousands of clients, institutions, and companies, empowering them to achieve writing success. My Framework for Writing Success underpins all coaching and training, ensuring a seamless transition from theory to practice.