A while ago I was reading a blog post (somewhere?) that gave me a great blog tip. The blogger recommended randomly rewarding a best blog comments with a free gift. I wish I could find that blog. If anyone knows the post please leave the link in a comment below.
Like most bloggers, I have many blog post drafts and ideas for future content. After a while these ideas can get a bit overwhelming. In an effort to get these thoughts organized, I’ve put together a system using several tools that seems to be working for me. I will share this system and tools in several blog posts as a mini-series. Today I’ll share the all important task of Creating Mind Maps.
The idea of creating mind maps, at first glance, can seem like just another trendy thing for geeks to do just to pass time. Mind Maps are actually just the opposite; Creating mind maps are so easy anyone can do it in minutes and the idea is to save time, not waste it. Continue reading
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My Brother - Walking Away
This week’s Blogging Tip Thursday involves productivity. EVERYTIME I take my dog, Sadie, outside, either for a walk or just to do her thing, things get clear to me. I’ll come up with fresh ideas or remember something that I meant to accomplish or think of an improvement on whatever I’m working on.
Sitting in front of the computer too long can cause us to spend too much time spinning our wheels or losing focus. So the next time you find yourself feeling a bit unfocused – walk away. Try doing something that doesn’t seem very productive. And watching TV doesn’t count, it needs to be something that allows thought to flow. If you’re on a roll, don’t break the momentum but if things are getting slow in the productivity or creativity departments, try taking a quick break. This blogging tip can extend to every aspect of your business.