Thank you, Lisa, for some real good quality content.

I have been sharply affected by it for the last few weeks, when I have set 1-2 week deadlines for small projects, postponed them to the last minute – naturally, and now every morning starts with finishing a project.

Great idea about the calendar, though, I believe, one still needs to leave room for random posts, just in case. You know, the posts you write in one breath, under 1-2 hours.

I have been using something similar to what Ruud describes: I have a huge list of possible topics to write about, where I list facts, thoughts or stories/posts/tools to write about. When I need to publish a post [on a specific topic], I simply go to the list, grab the topic and start with an existing plan, because I’ve already thought what to write about before and have included posts to link out, too.

Thanks for the information.

I do think the emphasis on making certain to keep up with time sensitive topics, breaking news and other blog conversations is important also. I could foresee some getting too reliant on the schedule and possibly losing touch as a result.

Thanks for a great post – it definitely makes a lot of sense!

With the growing list of guest posts and interviews I manage, knowing whom I’m waiting for, since when and how many times I’ve reminded the person when is invaluable.

Works for many other outstanding stuff too, of course :)

I didn’t know an Editorial calendar can have a very huge impact in a blog. Another great post and tip. Thanks, this is totally helpful for all the bloggers out there.

-Melanie
-Sell Anything Like Crazy

I completely agree with the need for an editorial calendar. I am woefully neglectful of my blog, due in large part to my lack of attention to creating a calendar and giving structure to my posting schedule. Thanks for wagging a finger at me…I deserve it.