This is a guest post by Stephen P. Smith. Stuck in a rut? Tired of the same-old same-old day in and day out? Let’s make a few small changes in the way you work for a big impact on your results and personal satisfaction in a job well done. Injecting some “capital-C” Creativity into the…
Category Archives: Blogging Productivity
The Slacker’s Guide to Staying Motivated
This is a guest post by Nathan Hangen. The other day my alarm went off around 8am and I didn’t feel like getting up. I’d stayed up late the night before, and I was tired. I was trying to pull myself together long enough to roll out of bed when it hit me… I don’t…
How to Get More Time to Blog
Do you have hardly any time to write for your blog? Most people feel as you, so at least you’re not alone. But let me tell you something which may surprise you. For a new project I’m doing with Grant Griffiths (sorry, can’t tell you what it is, yet), we recently conducted a blogging survey…
What are Your Holiday Blog Plans?
The Christmas and New Year’s holidays are nearly upon us. Many people will not be working during these days (and even the self-employed may take a breather). What are your blogging plans for the holidays? Leave a comment and let me know! I may plan a special event during the holidays for little blogging elves!…
How to Avoid Falling into a Blogging Rut
I know that others have covered this topic, but I don’t really care, because none of them were me. Ruts are like habits: easy to fall into and hard to get out of. The problem is that by the time you realize you’re in one, well, you’re in one. In other words, it’s too late…
3 Time Bomb Tips for Business Blogging
You Must Know
There are three things you can do right now that will yield benefits right away, but these tips are really time bombs. What do I mean by that? Keep reading, and all will be explained. These tips are time bombs because they don’t reach a critical mass and “blow up” for you (in a good…
Me, Interviewed by Productivity Ninja Dave Navarro, Plus Butt-Kissing Links
In Interview with Blog Consultant Michael Martine, you get to learn a little more about me beyond my about page, if you’re interested. But you know, it just doesn’t feel right to put that there without thanking Dave somehow for the opportunity of a little publicity. So here are some obvious butt-kissing links to Dave’s…
Batch Blogging Tasks for Maximum Effeciency
Batching is when you do many similar tasks in one concentrated session. It saves you tons of time and helps you keep your focus. David Allen of GTD fame and Timothy Ferriss of the 4-Hour Work Week are advocates of batching. I’ve been using it myself to great effectiveness to manage my schedule (I have…
Tim Ferriss on Productivity
I don’t often post the work of anyone here but myself, but this is such great productivity advice that I can’t help but share it with you. Bloggers tend to be total information junkies and Tim’s radical advice for dealing with it is something I think we could all benefit from.
How to Manage Your Blog for the Long Term – Think like a Gardener
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Managing a blog is like tending a garden. Once a seed is planted–a blog post is written, a comment is left, a contact is made–you cannot ignore it or it will die. It must be properly nurtured. In order to reap your harvest, you must tend your garden. If you plant seeds and tend your garden wisely, you will reap a harvest of traffic, links, subscribers, advertsing/affiliate earnings, new friendships, and new opportunities.
Are You Planting Seeds?
Are you carefully planting seeds when you post and comment, or are you just randomly scattering seeds hoping something sprouts? Read the full post for tips on how to plan for the long term with your blog.
Search like an Expert on Google
Want to search on Google like an expert? This article has the tips and techniques to get rid of the fluff and find the right stuff when you search online, including a ‘secret’ way to search Google without seeing any ads!
7th Key: Personal Productivity – 7 Keys to Better Blogging in 7 Days
The 7th and final key to better blogging is Personal Productivity. Better bloggers are disciplined life hackers, and they’re always looking for an edge in getting their work done more efficiently and productively. Blogging Success Can Lead to Life Success Achieving personal productivity in blogging can lead to greater productivity and success in life. By…
7th Key to Better Blogging on 07/07/07 at 7:07
The 7th key of better blogging, productivity, as addressed on 07/07/07.
What Have You Done for Me, Lately? 3 Clues You Should Dump a Blog
How to know when to end your blog and let it go: 3 clues you need to know.
How to Use Google Docs & Spreadsheets to Manage Your Blog
An examination of how you can use Google Docs and Spreadsheets to help you better manage your blog.
Are You Concentrating on Your MMAs?
Are you concentrating on your MMAs? MMAs are an acronym I made up for Money-Making Activities. I find I need to remind myself to spend my time more productively. Before I know it, I’ve spent far too much time checking my feeds (which can be endless because when I get to the bottom there are…
Learn How to Use Google Effectively
A brief list of excellent links to resources on maximizing the use of Google’s various search services and related tools.
