Phase 1: Discovery (20% of time)
- Client questionnaire about goals, audience, tone
- Competitor content analysis
- Keyword research (even if not requested)Phase 2: Outline and Approval (10% of time)
- Detailed outline with headers and key points
- Get client approval before writing
- Prevents major revisions laterPhase 3: First Draft (50% of time)
- Write without editing (separate creation from criticism)
- Focus on value and clarity
- Include more than expectedPhase 4: Self-Edit (15% of time)
- Run through Grammarly and Hemingway
- Read aloud to catch awkward phrasing
- Ensure it delivers on the briefPhase 5: Client Delivery (5% of time)
- Submit before deadline
- Include brief summary of what you've delivered
- Mention 1-2 bonus elements you added