As a prolific article writer, I've been asked by some how I manage to write so many quality articles in such a short amount of time. Honestly, it's not always easy, but there are a few things I'd like to share with you so that perhaps you can increase your production just as I have. Increased production means additional and regular posts for you, which leads to more exposure for your name on the World Wide Web. All of this should translate into more money for you, the main reason for article marketing I might add.
In a seven-month period last year, I wrote over 400 articles that were submitted to various article directories on the Internet. I also wrote a further 1100 articles for clients, which I gave to them to publish on their own websites. These web content articles were all short and concise, averaging less than 250 words per article. Most of my regular articles tend to be 500 words long, with only a rare article or two exceeding 1500 words. Nevertheless, this achievement was no mean feat for me, especially when I was venturing into unfamiliar territory with the topic.
After much trial and error, I've learnt that the best way to keep my production high - while delivering useful and interesting content - means streamlining my workflow. Below are some "best" practices I've tested that you can apply too.
Stick to what you know
I don't mind writing about topics I know little about, but I can get bogged down with excessive research. If I'm writing for a client, I charge accordingly once the client knows I'm writing in an area that's not my speciality and they still want my services. As for submitting articles to online directories, I limit myself to a handful of areas that I am familiar with.
Start first, then stop
There are times when I'm in the middle of writing an article and can't finish my project because I'm missing information. If I can't get what I need right away, I put the unfinished article aside until I have the information I need to finish the work. Let's just say that I have a regular supply of "go-to" articles that I want to finish at a later date. I don't get stuck on one article, I move on and focus on the next one. Overall, my production level remains high as I don't allow a single article to hinder my workflow.
Structures, everywhere
Well, not quite. Still, there are times when I'm in between projects but still in the mood to write [and that's almost always the case for me!] To stay busy, I create a list of article topics or titles and then write an outline or two or three... you get the idea! Some of these outlines have proven useful when a client requests a specific topic. I simply pull out the outline, expand on each of the points I've already listed, and refine my article. Quickly and almost effortlessly, a draft version is ready for me to present to my client for review. Sometimes I use the same technique for submitting articles to the various article directories.
Be consistent
If you don't write regularly, getting back into it can be much harder than if you do write regularly. In the days before electronic fuel injection was standard equipment [guess which topic I'm mainly writing about], it could take a long time to warm up a cold car. Much like those special cars of yesteryear, you need a constant stream of fuel [article] to stay warm. The hotter you are, the more you will produce.
All in all, article writing is an enjoyable task for some, while it is tedious for others. Don't worry too much about style, grammar, punctuation and word choice when writing, as these are things you can massage once your draft is ready. Break free from the rut of article writing and get into a working rhythm today. If you do, you'll be a recognised and respected writer in no time.
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