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As a followup to last week’s post on how I stay productive, Jane wrote to ask me if I would share more about how I keyboard more than I mouse, so here I am to do just that. Why I Keyboard. And the ones that made sense to me and that were easy to remember, I integrated into my work at the keyboard. Ctrl + T = open a new tab.
The keyboard should usually be at a low height, near the height of your elbows and the mouse should be right next to the keyboard. Try different keyboards and mice – there are many designs on the market. There is a good article on Ergonomic s, as it relates to safe computer use, from the Mechanical Engineering Department at U.C.
Going into a cave to escape isn’t the answer, though. I have discovered that by keeping my hands on those knitting needles (and off of the keyboard) and looking around to see what I have to share with others through my area Freecycle group, I can experience that oh-so-good feeling of fulfillment and wealth. Happy Holidays!
Last weekend, the keyboard lights went out. The ALT works the same way as the ALT key on your computer keyboard. It makes the alternate numbers and characters on the keyboard available. As you can imagine, I couldn’t use the keyboard at night. Read on, you may find a surprise. I was a bit frustrated.
I don't care what tool you receive your e-mail in, you still have to manage it or it will run you. Just taking a few minutes to dump those that aren't currently helpful is like dropping the junk mail in the trash on the way in from the mailbox! I'm not of that school of thought. Do The Dump!
I enjoyed having a full QWERTY keyboard without all of the keys, in such compact form factor. I wasn’t as concerned about whether the device worked without issues. Given that I didn’t want to incur the expense of switching providers, I decided to stay with T-Mobile. These were all multi-touch devices.
However, a good friend, Scot Shier recently purchased the CLIQ’s AT&T brethren, the Motorola Droid. I did not want to sacrifice call quality by switching to AT&T for their iPhone (though I was tempted). KEYBOARD: I always wanted a physical keyboard. Below is his review. My waiting is OVER! DROID is HERE!
It doesn’t have to be that way. You’d breeze through engaging newsletters your readers can’t wait to open. Can’t do any of that when you’re stuck thinking, “I can’t write.” You need to just put fingers to the keyboard and GO. ” You need to produce.
Ebooks aren’t new – but boy, they’re a hot topic. Isn’t that worth your time? Ebook writing isn’t your “thing” Okay, you’re a fair hand with the keyboard, and you do alright when it comes to an article or a blog post, but an ebook? It won’t.). And what to include?
is famous for his book Influence (and if you don’t have a copy, get one now ). whirr” – hit the keyboard. I have trouble writing, I can’t think easily, and my mind’s a useless sludge. ” Now, sometimes I answer it’s jet-fuel-strength coffee that’s so black, it’s like ink.
Blackbeard didn’t just want to be a pirate – he wanted to be THE pirate. As a writer, don’t settle for being merely good. Give every writing client your best effort – meet that keyboard in battle with your pistols ready and your matches lit. Don’t Take On More Than You Can Handle. Be THE Best.
And really, that doesn’t surprise me, because he followed that up with “I am a good editor.” Many writers hit the keyboard for set periods of time. National Book Award winner and New York Times essayist Richard Powers claims he hasn’t touched a keyboard in years, not even to write an email. Write in public.
I sat there, my hands edging towards the keyboard… but I couldn’t bring myself to touch it. Wearing a particular t-shirt or hat – or your pyjamas. How to Write like No One is Watching first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Your opening won’t be strong enough. Step #3: Get in the Zone.
He slumps over his keyboard day after day wondering why the writing gods are always punishing him. And since you’re doing each task separately, you can create a full line-up of articles to have at the ready if you don’t have time to write a polished piece from scratch. You know that stereotype of the tortured writer?
I didn’t purchase it until Sprint of 2009. What I Don’t Like I believe the phone was designed with the light non-business user in mind. What’s worse is that as the keyboard is getting more use, it’s not as sensitive. So, browsing through that list typing one character at a time is not that pleasant.
What I Don’t Like, Even Hate I’ve noticed some very distinct quirks about the device. This doesn’t happen every time, but almost. The problem with a Hard Reset is that it wipes not only all of your data, but also all applications that weren’t installed at factory. It just shuts itself off and restarts.
You don’t want ideas to get lost in your attic. In one of the first Holmes stories ever written, Holmes described how he came to have such a clever brain: I consider that a man’s brain originally is like a little empty attic, and you have to stock it with such furniture as you choose. Stephen King doesn’t write much crap anymore.
The Tasks in Google Calendar is measly and doesn’t have the ability to set priorities, recurring tasks, and, most importantly, synch with my phone. However, I couldn’t find a good use for it. Albeit, Google Docs don’t allow me to add voice notes or bookmarks as easily as Evernote with its browser plugin.
Now, when I say ‘don’t write’, I don’t mean you should take a break or get away from the keyboard for a day. When I say ‘don’t write’, I mean you should stop writing and start listening to what you’ve written. Don’t roll your eyes that way. Or are you?
So I won’t say it. You can’t make me. You bashed monsters by hitting keys on your keyboard whilst wondering if you could hook up a nodding bird à la Homer Simpson. But self-discipline only gets you so far, and it isn’t going to make you a great writer. Until then, read and enjoy. It was called grinding.
No delicate tippy-tapping on the keyboard for me. They often don’t realize that the same words said aloud in a meeting room would be incredibly insulting in text. I won’t do the same next time. I was riled up. Bang” out a response is probably more appropriate. This guy had just insulted me. You don’t need that.
I am not a freelancer as such but I do work from home and I’ve training my boss and colleagues to stop arranging meetings after 4pm (still working on that one), I’ve been forcing myself to step away from the keyboard and to stop checking work emails after hours. You have plenty of time left for that client. And you know what?
It wasn’t very good. I tried writing the mid-sections first, thinking I’d work on the intro after, but that didn’t help. I couldn’t write easily, and it felt like a dirty little secret. That didn’t help. “No wonder I can’t write! I couldn’t write. I could write. Real hard.
It shouldn’t have surprise me at all, really – I’ve been writing six to ten blog posts a week, every week, for at least eighteen months. The problem was that I couldn’t see how I’d improved. The problem was that I couldn’t see how I’d improved. We stare at blank screens. We chew pencils.
Your mind isn’t a computer, and treating it like it can process data endlessly is a great way to ensure brain drain. Don’t underestimate the effect of socialization on your psyche, and the subsequent effect of your attitude and mental state on your writing. For starters, institute a schedule and stick to it.
…Science fiction is central to everything we’ve ever done, and people who make fun of science fiction writers don’t know what they’re talking about. Most have one thing in common: the authors don’t have the expertise or – perhaps worse – the qualifications to write on the subject.
Admitting that your sleep patterns are all screwed up and that you can’t hack it? Kind of stupid, don’t you think? But many freelancers just don’t follow that oh-so-simple-and-sage advice. But don’t take my word for it. Doesn’t work? Yes, it hurt. And stop grinning at me.
It’s fun, but it’s not like I sit at my keyboard, occasionally throwing my arms into the air and squealing, “Wheeeeeee! Exhibit C: Too Smart Mike T. Unfortunately, his subject is complicated, and most people don’t understand terms like “sensorimotor amnesia” or “neuromatrix” or “proprioception” or “nerve glides.”
That’s a key point and a very important question for every blogger who had been wrecked more than one keyboard writing. But the most important part of the question is not “how” but “why”. Why would you want to convert that traffic? What you developed so far was only discipline. A set of rules followed closely. Now it’s your turn.
I have been pursuing my passion for many years (eight if you want to be exact) and now it is finally turning into a business. Following your passion is the only way to be great at something (we’ve all heard that saying, right?). It is the only way to be thrilled with your life and the only way to be fulfilled. Expand on your passion.
After all, you don’t need it, right? I didn’t pay attention to what I’d learned. Henri ( @henrijunttila ) December 14, 2009 at 3:33 am I don’t even have a degree, but after reading this it feels like I do. You’ve probably forgotten half of what you learned, too. Is Your Degree Useless?
MacJournal Shortcut MacJournal also features a keyboard shortcut, so every time I feel my idea will be pretty close to a blog post (as opposed to other types of ideas, like blog post series, guest post ideas, strategies or just interesting bits and pieces) I use this shortcut directly. Or while I’m in the middle of a conversation.
Your PDA is like a back-up brain, so you don't have to worry about forgetting or missing appointments! whereas paper planners don't! " Think of the last time you said out loud "If I don't write this down, I won't remember it!" link] or on Twitter: [link] 2.
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