Another Week, Another Newsletter to Write... By Jessica Albon Copyright 2004, The Write ExposureAre you at
end of your rope when it comes to writing your newsletter? Do you sit and stare at that little blinking cursor?
Even most prolific newsletter publishers face times when they just can't stand thought of writing another issue. The next time that feeling strikes, use these three techniques to pull yourself out of it.
...................................... Renew your commitment to discipline ...................................... There's something to be said for forcing yourself to do something, even when you don't want to. Whether that's exercising your muscles, getting up an hour earlier, or keeping your promise to readers to get your newsletter out on time, you'll shore up your personal integrity by honoring commitments you make.
If just thought of training yourself to become better disciplined isn't enough, consider this question asked by Sam Horn in her book, ConZentration: What will I remember a year from now?
Will you remember that you played hookey for a day? Or will you remember that you got your newsletter out on time, every time, for entire year?
...................................... Pare down newsletter ...................................... Last year, I was writing two feature articles per issue. And though newsletter came out less frequently, I was still writing both articles at same time. It was simply too much writing for me.
