Using the time-blocking strategy. This helps me a lot.
 Scheduling specific chunks of your day for different tasks, just like you'd book meetings. This keeps you focused and prevents distractions, making it easier to juggle multiple deadlines without dropping the ball.

 You can easily map out this schedule in your journal, sticky notes, or even online calendars. Then set timers for each task.

Utiliser un logiciel de suivi de projets (par exemple, Notion) et mettez-vous des dates limites pour chacune des tâches que vous avez à faire. Si vous avez peu de projets, ça peut toujours se faire sur papier, mais c'est plus facile d'oublier des choses de cette manière.

As daunting as it may seem, the easiest way to manage tasks and deadline is by creating a content calendar. Begin by understanding the requirements of the project, from content to designing to anything that may encompass. This will help you fix a timeline and also understand how much buffer time do you have in hand for review. Based on this understanding create a calender and make it exhaustive. Pen down the date of writing the content, the time required for review and when the designer is supposed to pick it (copy/content when placed on a design may require some changes). Lastly mention the final date of delivery. This will help in - maintaining deadlines, managing tasks and understanding your bandwith.

Don't overcommit. It's okay to say no to some of the projects, some of the time in order to do your best work on all of your projects, all of the time.

To ensure no deadlines are missed, you need to first know how much writing projects you are able to do before accepting them. This is so that you would know if you have enough time to complete all of them or not. You need to then make sure that the schedule you set is able to fit all of your projects. This is so that you can stipulate enough time for all of these projects. If you really can't cope with the deadlines or think that the time given isn't enough, try communicating and discussing with your clients for more time. This is so that you would be able to have enough time to complete all of your projects.

I rely on prioritization and time management to balance urgent client deadlines with multiple writing projects. I start by breaking down each project into manageable tasks and setting clear priorities based on urgency and complexity. Using a project management tool helps me track deadlines and progress across all projects. I allocate dedicated time blocks for each task, ensuring no overlap or distractions. Regular communication with clients also helps manage expectations, allowing room for flexibility when needed. Even under pressure, I can ensure that no deadlines are missed, by staying organized, focused, and proactive.

Write out goals, including projects but also objectives that aren't client-facing. And make sure that you can see this list! Writing it down and then tucking it away to discover later is not a winning strategy.

Balancing urgent deadlines with multiple writing projects requires strategy. Start by listing all tasks and breaking larger projects into smaller, manageable parts with clear milestones. Use time-blocking to dedicate specific hours to each project, avoiding overlap and distractions. Stay flexible but communicate openly with clients about progress, and renegotiate timelines if needed. Use a project management tool or simple calendar to keep track of everything. By staying organized and transparent, you can meet deadlines without feeling overwhelmed.

As a gig freelance writer, I have 20 to 30 client projects on the books at any time. Most are single session projects, meaning I will sit down and write them all at once and deliver them immediately. As strange as it might seem, I have a $5 calendar book. For years, I used a dollar store calendar book. I write each of the orders down one full day early. This helps to guarantee that I complete everything on time. Sometimes, I will cut it too close due to life circumstances, so then I just sit down and get it done. If you're a gig worker and your projects are single session, a simple paper calendar is the simplest, most effective to keep everyone on track.

To balance urgent client deadlines with multiple writing projects and avoid missed deadlines: 1. **Prioritize Tasks** Rank projects by urgency and impact to ensure critical work is completed first. 2. **Create a Schedule** Break down tasks with clear deadlines and allocate time for each project daily. 3. **Set Clear Expectations** Communicate with clients about realistic timelines, especially when priorities shift. 4. **Delegate When Possible** If you can, delegate smaller tasks or get support to manage workload. 5. **Use Time Management Tools** Leverage tools like calendars, task lists, or project management apps to stay organized and on track.