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Distracted
Remaining focused is very difficult for anyone. For bloggers, it is even more difficult. We do most of our work (writing, promoting etc.) online and there are lot of things to distract here.
Let's take an example. When you write, do you completely focus on your blog and the present post? Most people will say no. Why?
Because, they will have multiple tabs open in their browser. They may be promoting their blog side by side, Tweeting or interacting with a friend on some social media site. Isn't this the case with you? Why go far? As you read this, you have many tabs open! Right?
These may not seem like distractions but they do take your focus away from your blog. So, how can you focus just on your blog? Here are some tips:
1. Close All Tabs
Keeping multiple tabs open distracts a lot. Even a thing as little as a blinking tab (tabs indicate when they are done loading) can distract you. So, when you are blogging, just close all other tabs.
If you have a fully loaded browser like Firefox with lots of add-ons, consider switching to plain browser for writing.
2. Use Offline Editor
Using an offline editor to write posts is another good way to stay focused. If you disconnect when writing, it will be much better! Looking for an offline editor? Try Windows Live Writer.
3. Do Proper Home Work
Before writing, do research and have clear idea in your mind. Get any images you want for the post. Do not hunt for images when you are writing as this also can distract you. Use Zemanta to find pictures as you write or wait until the post is finished to find the perfect image.
4. Make Schedule
It is easy to get distracted if you do not have a plan in mind. If you make a schedule and set deadlines, you can easily increase your productivity and stay focused on blogging. Read more about making good schedule and setting up goals in Darren Rowse's Secret: How to Be A Successful Blogger.
These are 4 quick tips to make sure you remain focused on blogging.
What techniques do you use to retain focus? Do tell us in comments.
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Nice points above. I sometimes get distracted by other people or phone calls and then have to remember what I was doing before. I guess it depends on an individual basis, we are all different. I sometimes do close other tabs, but I also have tabs open to other sites that I use information or reference.
I would say that I sometimes even use a normal editor and try and write most of the post details in there and just copy and paste the info across to my WordPress editor. It depends on the mood I’m in.
Blog requires full attention. Your tip hit the spot. Quality blog requires concentration.
Oh, I would like to add to make sure your mind is not wondering around.
Now that I have a laptop, I take it to the living room away from all the mess to write. No more phone calls or tweets in between
That’s interesting. You’re absolutely right about tabs. I’ve got 5 open at the moment…not really helping with cutting out distractions.
Thanks for posting!
Now that I think about it. You are right. I use a Firefox browser with lots of addons and stuff and sometimes that can be distracting and so can the multiple tabs.
I guess these are the simple things that we miss but can make a big difference.
Thanks Mr I,for sending tips how to focus just on your blog?
But i think it totally depends on the presence of mind.
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