Writing Tip—Schedule Your Ideas

April 12, 2010 by Chris
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We all know the value of carrying that ubiquitous notebook with us everywhere to capture that sudden idea. You don’t have to write for a long time before you realize that your memory is not a reliable companion.

Even if you write it down, it doesn’t do much good if you don’t review them. Even so, having a thick notebook of ideas is not going to help you be a more prolific writer. You have to use them.

When I get an idea that I know is a winner, I schedule on my blogging calendar. It’s a good way to sift through the seed and the chaff. If it isn’t worth writing about now, toss the idea away or just leave it in your notebook for another day.

My philosophy is similar to what you may have read regarding productivity. Rather than hanging onto old emails for whatever reason, I either act them, label them, or delete them. The same principle can be applied to your idea file.

It clears away the dead wood, helping you to get things done. It will also help you prevent writer’s block. If you put an idea on your calendar, your mind will have this wonderful habit of mulling over it. Then, when you are ready to write, the words will flow.

Writing is a business. You plan and try to optimize to make the most money, only your currency is in time. Optimize how you handle your ideas for greater productivity behind the desk.

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