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Fourteen unusual ideas that will make you a more effortlessly consistent writer

Alex Mathers

You’ve heard it before. Consistency is one of the most important — if not the most critical skills — in your arsenal as an online writer and brand-builder.

The top writers who make the most impact have mastered the art of consistently showing up to write and publish.

The accumulation of content and the lessons learned through such a process make a profound difference.

But I know how hard maintaining consistency can be. There are always reasons we can find to confirm we needn’t bother.

Let’s take a look at a handful of ideas that I continually refer to that help me stay on track:

Instead of creating rigid routines that feel like an obligation (that you’ll want to rebel against and avoid), find a way to write so you can’t wait to return to writing.

You will give up if you aren’t somehow emotionally invested in your writing, so for goodness sakes, stop writing shit that doesn’t jazz you up.

Honour your commitment to your craft by setting yourself up with a dedicated writing place that’s cosy, appealing and at least fairly kickass.

If you like to work in cafes or away from home, find the best places. Don’t go to a cafe just because…

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Responses (4)

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A big reason I now enjoy writing more is because I have more freedom with myself.

You choose yourself when you decide to write.

Nicely said.
This is a very underrated point, that I rarely see discussed about here or on Twitter.
When you are writing, you truly reflect your own ideas and inner psyche into the world. Don't try to water it down, as Kafka said. Cherish what you believe, and the material shall be wondrous. :)

Really well written