10 Minute Articles Checklist
Print out this checklist and use it with a timer. If you take too long for a step, move on to the next one. Be ruthless on yourself, and you will soon get there!

► Brainstorming 30 seconds
• Make a combination from your brainstorm session. Remember the seven universal questions: Who, What, When, Where, Why, How, What-If.

► Title 30 seconds
• Remember: Questions, How To's, Numbers & Statistics, Negatives, and Lists

► Three Points 1 minute
• Think of 3 useful points, no more than 10 words each.
• Phrase each point as a question if you can.

► Write Article 6 minutes
• 1 or 2 introductory sentences.
• Answer each of the 3 points, using them as subheads. Max 2 minutes each.
• A conclusion sentence.

► Editing 1 minute
• Read your article, once only. Only fix MAJOR problems.
• Remember, you're aiming for an 80% grade, not 100%.

► Finishing Touches 1 minute
• Keywords (4 to 6) – include your targets, and also laterally relevant ones (e.g. Valentine's Day)
• Excerpt – Keep it short & speak simply. Hint, attract interest, and include your keyword.
• Resource Box – Personalized, relevant text. Call to Action. Links (both anchored and straight).