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Taking Shape

Taking Shape is a journal about becoming — an exploration of work, building with intention, and the life built alongside both.

By Alexandra de Lara

· Launched 5 months ago

How I learned to write proposals (without ever being taught)

I spent years reviewing proposals in corporate roles but had no idea how to create one for myself. Here's the framework I eventually built.

Jun 18•Alexandra de Lara


What do you get the dads that want nothing?

A crowdsourced Father's Day gift guide, from some of my favorite writers and friends.

Jun 11•Alexandra de Lara


The Shape of Her: Hannah Munce

On creative courage, motherhood, and building the thing that didn't exist yet.

Jun 4•Alexandra de Lara


Taking Shape is a journal about becoming — an exploration of work, building with intention, and the life built alongside both.