General Organizing Tips for Writers--Part Two

Writer Wednesday

So far, we've been talking about organizing tips specific to aspects of writing, from tracking submissions to networking. But writers are people too. They have the same challenges in their day-to-day lives as we all do. So here are some general organizing tips for writers.

• Use MS Outlook or other similar contact software management for collecting emails and contacts.
• Keep receipts of all expenses for tax purposes.
• Keep business money separate from household money.
• Always write a name with any phone number you jot down so you remember to whom the number belongs.
• Keep a notebook in your purse or briefcase to record appointments, etc., if you don't carry your planner with you.