I started writing articles for an article marketing campaign about a year ago in an effort to drive traffic to a site I had developed. I had never thought much about writing before, so it was all new to me. Over the year though, I have learned some methods that have helped me write more effectively and efficiently, keeping the interest of writing alive.

When I first started writing articles, it took me quite a while to write one, making me wonder how cost effective the practice of writing articles actually was. Through reading, research and determination, I've been able to cut down the time it takes me to write an article substantially, keeping the proverbial ball rolling.

Hopefully, some of these suggestions can help you and others who may be frustrated with an article marketing campaign.

Keep a small notebook handy. That way, you have a way to jot down ideas. You never know when they are going to pop in your head, and when it does, you don't want to just let it be forgotten. Write it down, even if it is only a couple of words. You can expand on it later.

Carry a full size notebook. This allows me to write any time, anywhere. Again, you never know when you are going to be inspired, and you will want access to a notebook to put those fuller thoughts down.

Write it in list form. This suggestion is a very popular practice mentioned in many articles concerning the discipline of article writing. This form of writing can catch a readers attention more effectively, giving them an opportunity to skim the basics of the article and read more if they wish. I have also found it to help me keep an order to my articles and keeps my thoughts in line.

Write any time you can. I actually wrote this article as I waited in the car for my son to got out of school for Thanksgiving break. I'm able to use idle time and have increased efficiency. And writing in list form gives me the ability to write something in just a couple minutes pertaining to a small idea. Before I know it, I have half an article written.

Do it every day. It becomes so much easier to do something when it becomes a routine. Doing it every day can help you get in the habit, and before you know it, you'll be pulling out a notebook every time something crosses your mind without even thinking about it. They say a habit can develop over a couple weeks, so this could be an opportunity to enjoy a good habit.

I have found it difficult to devote a substantial block of time to my article writing campaign. With a family of seven, it can be impossible to find time for myself to pursue my affiliate marketing strategies. But taking these steps have helped me decrease the amount of time it takes to write an article and increase the number of articles I can produce.

Maybe these suggestions can help you.