Who has not already heard the phrase “a good thesis is a finished thesis?” The popularity of this expression is probably due to the fact that it summarizes in just a few words that it is not enough to have interesting thoughts to succeed in writing a dissertation or a thesis, but that, above all, one must be able to write down these ideas to complete a research project. However, many students experience difficulties when it is time to start writing. This short article explores the challenges of writing at the graduate level and suggests practical solutions to overcome procrastination and “writer’s block,” but, most importantly, to encourage students to become writers who will succeed in finalizing their manuscripts.