Notes, Samples, Processes and Routines
The Benefits of Notebook Posts
I'm continuing to build out the site. Next on the list is to do the first notebook posts in each category. An initial post will give me an anchored linear starting point from which I can build. It helps to keep me focused and be able to reference a previous post.
The benefit of posting is that sharing progress creates accountability. Writing also helps clarify your goals by getting thoughts out of your head and turning them into tangible tasks.
Work Samples
I will continue uploading samples to the Work pages of each category. Uploading samples has been a good exercise in taking inventory of the work I've done over the years. It allows me to take a moment to review my progress and, again, anchor a starting point from which to continue. I've discovered some work I hardly recall doing; there's a benefit to seeing all the work in one place and processing it. It inspires me to want to do new work.
Process and Routines
I'm also developing a routine and schedule for doing the work. Think of it like setting a class schedule. I'll divide the day into classes. A class for each category, and then each category would then be divided into time spent creating, learning, promoting, etc. Having a routine also contributes to creating discipline and focus.
There's a great book on this topic titled "The War of Art" by Steven Pressfield—a play on the famous book titled "The Art of War." The War of Art is about the discipline required to succeed in the creative field; two words, discipline and creativity, that often seem to be opposite of each other.
