How to make time to blog

This is a question that I get a lot from people who want to start blogging, but feel like they don’t have the time. And it’s a valid concern! We all have the same 24 hours in a day, but some of us had more demanding jobs, families, and other obligations than others. So how can you make time to blog when you feel like you’re already stretched thin?

Here are 15 tips:

1. Set aside some time each week to write your posts.

Whether it’s an hour on Sunday morning or 30 minutes every night after dinner, try to stick to a regular schedule. This will help you make blogging a habit instead of something that you always feel you have to fit into your already busy schedule.

2. Get up early to write.

If you’re not a morning person, this one may not be for you. But if you can find the willpower to set your alarm clock for 30 minutes or an hour earlier than usual, you’ll be surprised at how much time you have to write when everyone else is still asleep.

3. Stay up late to write.

This is the opposite of the previous tip, but it works just as well if you’re not a morning person. Once your family is in bed and the house is quiet, you’ll be able to focus on writing without any distractions.

4. Write during your lunch break.

If you have an hour-long lunch break, use 30 minutes for eating and the other 30 minutes for writing. This is a great way to fit in some writing time if you have a 9-5 job.

5. Write in the evening after your kids are in bed.

If you have young children, this may be the only time you have to yourself during the day. Use it wisely!

6. Use your commute to write.

Whether you take the bus, train, or drive to work, use that time to write. If you take public transportation, make sure to bring along a notepad or laptop so you can get some writing done.

7. Wake up 30 minutes early to write before starting your day.

This is a great way to get some writing done before the demands of your day start to pile up.

8. Write during your child’s naptime.

If you have young children at home, use their naptime to get some writing done. You may have to write in short bursts, but you’ll be surprised at how much you can get done in an hour or two.

9. Put away your distractions and focus on writing.

This one is easier said than done, but it’s important to try to minimize distractions when you’re trying to write. Turn off your phone, close out of all those tabs on your computer, and give yourself the time and space to focus on writing.

10. Set a goal for how much you want to write each day.

Whether it’s 500 words or 1,000 words, having a goal will help you stay focused and on track.

11. Give yourself permission to write imperfectly.

One of the biggest barriers to writing is perfectionism. We often get so caught up in trying to write perfectly that we never actually get any writing done. So give yourself permission to write imperfectly and just get your thoughts down on paper.

12. Keep a running list of ideas for posts.

This will help you when you’re feeling stuck and don’t know what to write about. Just refer back to your list of ideas and pick one that sounds interesting to you.

13. Don’t feel like you have to write a long post.

A lot of people feel like they need to write a long, in-depth post in order to start a blog. But that’s not true! You can start with a shorter post and work your way up to longer ones.

14. Find a writing buddy.

Having someone to bounce ideas off of and hold you accountable can be really helpful when you’re trying to make time to write.

15. Use an online tool like WordPress or Blogger.

Using an online platform like WordPress or Blogger makes it easy to get your thoughts down and start writing without having to worry about the technical aspects of starting a blog. Plus, there are tons of free resources available on these platforms to help you get started.

Conclusion:

There are a lot of different ways to make time to write, even if you have a busy schedule. It’s all about finding what works best for you and making it a priority. Try out a few of these tips and see how they work for you. And don’t forget to give yourself permission to write imperfectly!