Survey: How long does it take you to write an entry?
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Published on May 2, 2007 at 8:17 AM EST
Last updated on June 7, 2007 at 10:09 PM EST
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I’m a slow writer, and I know it. After an initial draft I often do several rounds of editing—sometimes I start with an outline, too. Even with short, quick entries I take my time and choose my words carefully. (Though that’s not to say I always write clearly or well!)
On average, I write between 500 and 750 words per entry, and that regularly takes me about 1 to 1-1/2 hours to write. How about you? (You can see how many words you’ve written with the free Wordometer plugin.)
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Voting is closed for this survey. Results are below.
Total votes received so far: 22.
I write most entries in less than 5 minutes; keep it short and sweet. has received 2 votes, or 9%.
5-15 minutes. has received 3 votes, or 14%.
15-30 minutes—just enough to convey my message. has received 3 votes, or 14%.
In 30 minutes to 1 hour I can get an entry written. has received 10 votes, or 45%.
1 to 1-1/2 hours. has received 3 votes, or 14%.
It takes me 2+ hours. I write tomes, or don't know how to touch type! has received 1 votes, or 5%.