Making The Most Of Your Time (lessons learnt this week)

* Book an appointment into your diary and just WRITE!
* Treat your writing as a proper job - with a start time and objectives. (I am hoping to be able to set aside a solid 2 hours every week from now on)
* Put together a list of things to complete prior to the start time and make sure these are completed.
* Prepare your writing space before and ensure you have all information and equipment to hand.
* Do all your displacement activities beforehand. If any 'jobs' pop into your head while you are writing simply jot them down for later.
* Start small. Don't get overwhelmed with the thought of the whole project.
* If you are having trouble writing a particular scene, write something else!
* Don't feel guilty. This is your time.
* Two hours is enough if writing solidly, but be prepared for the time to just disappear.
* Don't forget the occassional break to move about or you will seize up!