Like the new WFMW button? You can get one here.
I live by my calendar. If it’s not written down, it doesn’t happen. (And that’s not because we are super busy, it’s because I’m super forgetful!)
I started a habit when I first started blogging, I keep an ongoing list of blog post ideas in a word document. Whenever I have a thought for a future post, I jot it down. These little notes don’t always become posts, but sometimes they do.
I also keep a calendar of future posts. Since I regularly schedule giveaways, I like to plan for them. Since I write most of my posts ahead of time, I plug them into dates on my calendar about two weeks out. If a timely posts happens, I just move it in ahead of what I’ve already written.ย I put the numbers 1-5 (for Mon-Fri) and I fill in the blanks. ย I know I’ll have WFMW on Wed and usually a giveaway on Tuesday.
Whenever I actually write the post, I change to color of the type, so I know it’s ready in my queue. I erase each post after it’s been published and usually have three weeks or so planned out.
This works for me and keeps me off the computer when I need to be with my family!
**Updated to Add** Next Wed., June 2 will be a themed edition: “Mom, I’m Bored” Share your best tip for keeping your child busy in the summer!
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Julie From Inmates says
May 25, 2010 at 10:18 pmKristen, If you choose the option that says “USE WITH SITES THAT DON’T ACCEPT JAVASCRIPT” it will show up without having to click on it. Hope this helps! Oh, and I love my calendar, too!~
Julie From Inmates says
May 25, 2010 at 10:46 pmOops. I got that backwards. Its the top option and I think it says “Use with sites that allow javascript”.
Amy @ MomsToolbox says
May 25, 2010 at 10:18 pmWow! I’m impressed at your system!
I keep a running scribble of ideas going and schedule here and there. But I’d like to get both blogs on a better schedule (and less time on the computer).
Thanks for sharing!
Betsy (Eco-novice) says
May 25, 2010 at 10:19 pmGreat idea. I need to figure out a system that works for me so that I limit my time blogging.
TidyMom says
May 25, 2010 at 10:22 pmGreat Idea!! – I keep a notebook by the computer to jot down ideas and notes, and I use Google Calendar for blog dates I need to remember.
Betsy (Eco-novice) says
May 25, 2010 at 10:22 pmI just realized I (Eco-Novice) did my Linky backwards, but can’t figure out how to delete mine so I can redo it. I’ll do better next time, I promise!
Liz@HoosierHomemade says
May 25, 2010 at 10:29 pmI think you did fine ๐
Liz@HoosierHomemade says
May 25, 2010 at 10:28 pmSeveral months ago I was on a roll with organizing my posts…I’ve fallen off the wagon. I need to get back on.
Thanks for sharing your ideas!
~Liz
Jenny86753oh9 says
May 25, 2010 at 10:28 pmI’m still tweaking my blogging organizational skills, but one thing I love is for Mother’s Day my boys got me a digital recorder. I seems to have my best blogging ideas while driving to work. Now I can talk away on my recorder and when I get back home I just plug it into my laptop and download it. Love it!
Amy @ BloggingWithAmy.com says
May 25, 2010 at 10:32 pmYour “two weeks out” phrase inspired me. I hate feeling like I’m always scrambling.
Sara says
May 25, 2010 at 11:08 pmSooooo I am soooooo jealous that you have your postings planned out 2-3 weeks ahead of time! I totally need to use your calendar idea. Right now I seem to have a one track mind where I’ll post 3 receipes in a row, or craft projects or embroidery tutorials or whatever. I can’t wait to get organized. Thanks for sharing!
Debbie says
May 25, 2010 at 11:13 pmI jot notes in my calendar, but I’m nowhere as organized as you! I’d like to be, though ๐
MarytheKay says
May 25, 2010 at 11:34 pmThanks for letting me link up! This week, I am hosting my first-ever (aaahhhh!!!!!) GIVEAWAY! I am sooo nervous that I haven’t remembered everything, or done something wrong… I’m such a newbie!
Speaking of newbie–I LOVE your idea about your blog calendar. I am going to really study the details you are describing… Because right now I am way too unorganized about it.
You always offer such good tips! Thanks!!! ๐
Morgan says
May 26, 2010 at 1:53 amThanks for hosting! I am new to your party and your newest follower!!
~Morgan
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Jodz says
May 26, 2010 at 4:21 amWow! I am so impressed at how organized you are. Maybe you could share some of your other organizational skills for us who are challenged in that area.
Martianne says
May 26, 2010 at 5:17 amBlogging can be so addicting! I have just started writing a bit of a calendar myself, so funny that you wrote about it here. But, since my blog is so new and likely only of interest to a small groups of folks right now, I don’t need to do things two weeks ahead of time, ensuring lots of posts. I simply schedule the idas I have. On the flip side, I have far too many things I want to write about, so i am trying to discipline myself not to do so at the expense of my family. Thank you for the encouragement!
Annie Kate says
May 26, 2010 at 5:18 amI love your organizing system! It makes so much sense.
Being organized allows a blogger to put family first and that’s the main priority. ๐
Annie Kate
TidyMom says
May 26, 2010 at 6:24 amKristen I forgot to say how much I LOVE your new home!!……I clicked thru Bloglines, and came right to your new home – so I’m assuming that means most of your subscribers followed you with your move without having to do anything??? I’m hoping to make the move to WP some time this year!!
Melissa says
May 26, 2010 at 6:38 amThis is a great idea. I have a similar system, but yours is much more detailed than mine. At this point I can’t think three weeks ahead!
'Becca says
May 26, 2010 at 10:37 amI’m so glad your new site lets me post comments! Before, I had the wrong type of account or something, and I felt a little guilty doing WFMW without ever leaving you comments about enjoying your posts.
I also keep a running list of topics, but I keep it on paper and carry it with me so that I can stay away from the computer even when I’ve had an idea! But my list isn’t nearly as organized as yours.
Lisa says
May 26, 2010 at 11:03 amI figured this out about a week into blogging. I realized that since we’re not going to have internet in a week or so (at home, that is–library is only a mile away), I will need to have posts scheduled well in advance. So I’ve been doing that calendar idea already, and have most of my topics scheduled as well. That way my visitors have fresh content every day, even though I may not be online for days at a time.
Maranda says
May 26, 2010 at 11:10 amThanks for hosting, this is my first week participating and it’s been great! I’ve found some new blogs to read and had some new visitors… it’s great!
I also write my blog posts in advance, and schedule my tweets and facebook status with hootsuite. This allows me to promote my articles at the times that have maximum impact, without having to be at my computer. I’m usually busy with the kids during the day, so I really rely on wordpress and hootsuite to roll everything out at the right times.
I’m already thinking something up for next week; this is great!
Michelle says
May 26, 2010 at 11:16 amWith your new format, is it possible to enable us to right click the links so we can open them in a new tab? It automatically opens a new tab when you click the link but it goes straight to there so you have to come back and forth to open another. I like to open a bunch read them and come back and open some more.
Jenny says
May 26, 2010 at 11:39 amWelcome to WP ๐ And your layout looks SO much better. ๐ I still say you use simply linked. ๐ Anyway! Left my link. Enjoy the rest of the week.
Suzanne says
May 26, 2010 at 12:13 pmI love this idea. I have two blogs now, one for family and one for me, and I’m feeling too busy with them. If I could just stay ahead, I can do it in my downtime, and make some plans. I’m a planner anyway, so it should be a great solution. Thanks!
Darla says
May 26, 2010 at 2:41 pmYOU are amazing! No wonder you are so good at this blog thang.
Lori says
May 26, 2010 at 3:03 pmi so wish I could get this part of my life organized so that I was more consistent!!!
amy in peru says
May 27, 2010 at 10:28 pmLOVE this… I’ve already been thinking along these lines but I love how you practically lined it out for me. the details are what help me to make it go from abstract idea to reality. yay!
amy in peru
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September 3, 2012 at 10:04 pmHi! Beth at HomeStoriesAtoZ referred me to you for help with my WordPress blog. I’m two months in, and I love it, but… I’m having terrible tech difficulties creating a grab-it box for a blog button on my sidebar on WordPress. I use the “text” widget on my sidebar, I enter the code and my button appears , however I cannot seem to get the little “grab it box” with code to copy to display. When i enter my code, i can get the button to workand link wherever i want, but when i renter the code hoping to create the “grab it box,” the working button appears, again. I cannot for the life of me seem to create the “box” to contain the code for others to copy/paste. ๐ I’m trying and trying and trying… You can see where I’m stuck: http://whatamberloves.com/2012/08/23/files-for-new-whatamberloves-button/ I even tried just containing it by using the view mode and having guests copy it directly from a post, but i REALLY want a grab it box. Can you help me? Please? Thank you so much, in advance. ~Amber of WhatAmberLoves.com (amberdhenson@att.net)
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