I started a new system this week. I realized that if I were really going to succeed online and as a writer, I needed to crack down on my time management skills.

So, I came up with a schedule that divides my time between internet marketing, writing for clients, writing things I care about, and writing and submitting to sites like Associated Content.

Depending on my schedule and my deadlines, I may add or subtract from that basic list from day to day but the goal is to spend at least 6 hours, ideally 8 hours, working on my business in some way.

I have a notebook by the computer, and a timer. I track my activities in 15 minute intervals. For example, my list today looks like this:

• Internet marketing - 2 hours
• Writing for clients - 2 hours
• Writing for me - 2 hours
• Associated Content - 2 hours

I have a list by the computer and each time I spend fifteen minutes on an activity (I set the timer) I put a check mark. In addition, I have a document on the computer where I list exactly what I did during those intervals.

I’ve had my most productive week ever.