Here's a common scenario: You sit down in front of the computer, head
overflowing with ideas, all pumped up to do a blog post. All of a
sudden, you feel hungry, your finger itches to click on another window
or you just remember that there's something else you had to do.
Disruptions are hindrance and takes away your mood to blog. When a
blogger's attention gets divided, the writing quality is affected.
Disturbance affects the blogger's storyline and it also goes to the quality of his article. It's imperative to pay full attention when making a write-up because it opens the mind of the blogger to essential things needed on his article. If you can relate to the things mentioned above, you must read on.Here are some useful tips on how to get rid of blogging distractions.
1. Practice self-control. A serious blogger has the willpower to restrain himself from drifting while working on his blog. That means all unnecessary browser windows are closed (yes, no social networking for the meantime). What you should only have there are blog editing tools. It's fine to disregard email messages for a time being and you must put a 'busy' status on your IM (instant messenger) to let them know that you are pre-occupied. I'm definite that you can spare some of your time to those things after you are done with your article. This suggestion also goes to other non-virtual disturbances like having an online chat with friends and relatives, or taking a break for a snack.
2. Go and pamper yourself. And after that, go back and concentrate! If you want to enjoy and have fun for a moment, go and pamper yourself. It's the total opposite of self-control. The key here is getting back on track soon after the disruptions.Doing so gets the distractions out of the way, like when your phone is ringing; it might not stop unless you answer it. Sometimes it's best to take the call now than endure the incessant ringing. This is the same as getting hungry, you eat and indulge to your favorite food that can regain your strength in blogging.
3. Do things one at a time. We are fond of working at several tasks all at the same time - it gives us the sense of power. But multitasking is not for everyone, and it's certainly doesn't go well with blogging. Your mind might be full of possible ideas, but it should be written piece by piece or else you'll come up with an article that looks like a maze. Organize your tasks into phases such as research, writing and editing to avoid getting distracted in the middle of an activity.
4. Unplug yourself. Who would have thought that blogging is only possible when you are online? If you are the kind of person who easily gives in to online temptations, do some sacrifice and write your article on a clean sheet of paper or you can also choose to use a typewriter instead! Just publish the article right after you're through with it. A momentary absence from the World Wide Web can help you get focused. Aside from the internet, you should also unplug the TV and radio if these create more noise than inspiration.
5. Go to a quieter place. External distractions are not limited to the things you do within your computer. If the surrounding doesn't help you to be in the mood for blogging, you can go to a quieter place where you can easily think. Several people converge in one place would surely make noise. Also, a messy area adds up to the confusion. Instead of asking the people to move or doing a general house cleaning, you can opt to move to another place, for the sake of finishing your blog entry.
6. Start prepared. Be ready with all your tools even before you start to create an article. If laptop is your device, ensure that the battery is fully charged so that you would not lose your thoughts when the battery is running low. Eliminate the need to stand up from your seat by making sure you have your blogging tools within arm's reach such as the memory card reader, your notes and a glass of water.
If you are bombarded with blogging distractions, try not to let things get out of hand. Be firm and try to use these suggestions so that you can create and publish more articles on time.
Disturbance affects the blogger's storyline and it also goes to the quality of his article. It's imperative to pay full attention when making a write-up because it opens the mind of the blogger to essential things needed on his article. If you can relate to the things mentioned above, you must read on.Here are some useful tips on how to get rid of blogging distractions.
1. Practice self-control. A serious blogger has the willpower to restrain himself from drifting while working on his blog. That means all unnecessary browser windows are closed (yes, no social networking for the meantime). What you should only have there are blog editing tools. It's fine to disregard email messages for a time being and you must put a 'busy' status on your IM (instant messenger) to let them know that you are pre-occupied. I'm definite that you can spare some of your time to those things after you are done with your article. This suggestion also goes to other non-virtual disturbances like having an online chat with friends and relatives, or taking a break for a snack.
2. Go and pamper yourself. And after that, go back and concentrate! If you want to enjoy and have fun for a moment, go and pamper yourself. It's the total opposite of self-control. The key here is getting back on track soon after the disruptions.Doing so gets the distractions out of the way, like when your phone is ringing; it might not stop unless you answer it. Sometimes it's best to take the call now than endure the incessant ringing. This is the same as getting hungry, you eat and indulge to your favorite food that can regain your strength in blogging.
3. Do things one at a time. We are fond of working at several tasks all at the same time - it gives us the sense of power. But multitasking is not for everyone, and it's certainly doesn't go well with blogging. Your mind might be full of possible ideas, but it should be written piece by piece or else you'll come up with an article that looks like a maze. Organize your tasks into phases such as research, writing and editing to avoid getting distracted in the middle of an activity.
4. Unplug yourself. Who would have thought that blogging is only possible when you are online? If you are the kind of person who easily gives in to online temptations, do some sacrifice and write your article on a clean sheet of paper or you can also choose to use a typewriter instead! Just publish the article right after you're through with it. A momentary absence from the World Wide Web can help you get focused. Aside from the internet, you should also unplug the TV and radio if these create more noise than inspiration.
5. Go to a quieter place. External distractions are not limited to the things you do within your computer. If the surrounding doesn't help you to be in the mood for blogging, you can go to a quieter place where you can easily think. Several people converge in one place would surely make noise. Also, a messy area adds up to the confusion. Instead of asking the people to move or doing a general house cleaning, you can opt to move to another place, for the sake of finishing your blog entry.
6. Start prepared. Be ready with all your tools even before you start to create an article. If laptop is your device, ensure that the battery is fully charged so that you would not lose your thoughts when the battery is running low. Eliminate the need to stand up from your seat by making sure you have your blogging tools within arm's reach such as the memory card reader, your notes and a glass of water.
If you are bombarded with blogging distractions, try not to let things get out of hand. Be firm and try to use these suggestions so that you can create and publish more articles on time.
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