Content creation has never been in greater demand, but in 2023, the quality requirements and standards increased. The competition is tough, and with so many AI tools to help you out, there are no more excuses for producing poor content. With that in mind and without further ado, here are a few tips to help you become better at creating content (mostly written but also video) in 2024 (and sooner).

1.  Take your time

An average blog post takes about four hours to write, but you aim to go far above average. This means a single blog post will take you 6-8 hours. First, you have to do your research. In the era of misinformation, this isn’t nearly as simple as you think.

Second, writing is a creative process, which makes it a bit unpredictable. This means you’ll sometimes get inspired and finish an article in two hours, while sometimes it will take 10+ hours to get the job done.

After you’re done writing, you might want to sit a bit on the article and read it again in an hour or two. This, too, should be added to your work timeline, even though it’s not active work.

Also, keep in mind that blog post length grows as time goes by. In 2015, 500-word blog posts were all the rage. Today, it’s hard to find a post below 800 words, with the majority being over 2,000 words.

2.  Harness the power of AI

In other words, with the right prompt, these kinds of content generation tools can give you some outstanding results.

Now, even if you’re determined to write your content, there are so many ways in which AI can help you. For instance, it can give you a quick outline, which is amazing for a scenario where you’re out of inspiration.

It can also be a great research tool and even help you interpret material that is too difficult to digest. You can copy a paragraph into ChatGPT and ask the platform to explain it as if you were five.

You can also use these tools to rephrase your sentences that you’re not happy with or simplify your paragraphs.

3.  Revise and delete “fluff”

4.  Check the backlinks

5.  Do what you can to focus

Producing content is creative; you need focus and inspiration for creative tasks. Sure, caffeine is a great focus enhancer, but drinking it daily has pros and cons. Here are a few things that might help.

Working in short segments (interval working, like with the Pomodoro technique) can help keep you productive and focused for much longer. It also eliminates distractions since you know that the break is around the corner.

Also, when doing creative work, avoid multitasking. This is reserved for administrative tasks and similar endeavors and may just put you off track this way. At the same time, sometimes you might benefit from breaking yourproject into smaller tasks.

Most importantly, lead a clean life. Get a full night’s sleep and get enough air and sunlight. This will drastically boost your cognitive abilities.

6.  Focus on the value

7.  Optimize for SEO

8.  Choose the tone and voice

Becoming better at content creation takes time

Costa Rica is experiencing a rising trend in ocean temperatures, with recent measurements showing the highest levels ever recorded in the country. Scientists attribute the increase to climate change and the ongoing El Niño phenomenon.

According to data from the University of Costa Rica’s Center for Research in Marine Sciences and Limnology (CIMAR), temperatures peaked at 32.46°C in early September based on readings from the tide gauge station in Herradura. CIMAR researcher Omar Lizano called the measurement “a temperature unseen before in Costa Rica.”

Lizano stated that global projections from the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration show temperature anomalies up to 3°C above normal across the Pacific Ocean. He said measurements off Costa Rica’s shores confirm an upward trend in heat consistent with worldwide warming.

“Ocean temperatures are 2 to 3 degrees higher than they should be. While the El Niño effect contributes, there is a steady rise in temperatures, especially 1,800 meters offshore, undoubtedly due to climate change,” Lizano emphasized.

Experts at Costa Rica’s National Meteorological Institute explained that El Niño also impacts average sea levels due to thermal expansion. Satellite data reveals sea level increases over 25 cm above base tides across Central America’s Pacific coast.

The elevated temperatures and sea levels are taking a toll on marine ecosystems and coastal communities. Lizano pointed to obvious coral bleaching and death in areas like San Juanillo and Sámara as severe ecological impacts. Warm waters stress corals, causing them to eject algae and lose their coloration. Prolonged high temperatures prevent algae from recolonizing the coral, leading to its demise.

With coral reefs dying off, numerous species of fish, crabs, shrimp and other marine life lose their natural habitat and protection. Cocos Island has seen decreases in shark populations as they migrate to cooler waters during El Niño warming events. New species adapted to high temperatures move into previously unaffected areas, disrupting local ecosystems.

Coastal erosion has also accelerated along both the Pacific and Caribbean shores, according to experts. Beaches in Sámara, Carrillo, Jacó, and other areas are especially vulnerable. While El Niño contributes, scientists confirm the overarching factor remains climate change warming ocean waters.

Costa Rica is not alone, as coastal regions across the planet are experiencing the effects of climate change on oceans. But the country’s reliance on marine ecosystems for fishing and tourism means it is especially at risk.

Lizano called on authorities to continue monitoring ocean health and implement mitigation strategies. “While we cannot eliminate El Niño, we must reduce greenhouse emissions and other human impacts. Our observations should guide policy changes to protect marine resources before damage is irreversible,” he stated.

Citizens can also help by reducing plastic waste, conserving water and electricity, and pressuring leaders to enact ‘blue carbon’ climate solutions. Costa Rica’s oceans are a national treasure, and it will take a collective effort to safeguard them for future generations.

With the aim of promoting a greater culture of cycle-inclusion in the country;  That is to say, that cycling and means of transportation such as the bicycle have greater visibility as generators of physical and mental health among the Costa Rican population, the Metro y Medio Foundation will hold the second edition of Expo Bike 2023.

 According to data from the Strava digital platform, the use of bicycles as a means of transportation and for exercise has shown a growing trend in the last five years in Costa Rica.  Specifically, in 2018, 4,500 Costa Rican cyclists were registered on the platform.  By 2020, this number increased to 7,800, a figure that remains stable until now in 2023.

 These figures, stated Alejandro López, executive director of the Metro y Medio Foundation and organizer of Expo Bike 2023, show the importance that this sport and means of mobility has taken on in the country.  Because of this, he states, it is increasingly important to develop events that allow citizens to have greater awareness and coexistence with this means of transportation.

Cycle inclusion

 “Cycle inclusion is a reality in developed countries since they have incorporated the benefits generated by cycling into their government policies.  This both at the level of economic, health and social reactivation.  These countries have created legal and infrastructure spaces for cycling to continue developing with greater ease.  Precisely, the main objective of Expo Bike 2023 is to make visible all the health, economic and environmental benefits that cycling brings with it,” López mentioned.

Bringing together cycling lovers

 He added that Expo Bike 2023 will bring together cycling lovers, industry professionals, manufacturers of bicycles, cycling-related accessories and equipment, as well as the general public.

Expo Bike 2023

 This Expo will be held next Saturday, October 7 and Sunday, October 8, 2023, at the Old Customs facilities, in San José.  Admission to Expo Bike 2023 will be free.  It is projected that more than 5 thousand people will attend the Expo.  In addition, there will be 100 stands where you can observe the most recent trends around cycling and sustainable mobility.

 Those interested in attending either day can obtain their ticket by registering on: https://www.specialticket.net/EventsDetailsPage/Expo%20Bike%202023/Convenci%C3%B3n/196

 “In these types of events, new developments are usually presented in terms of products, technology, trends and activities related to the world of bicycles.  It can also include competitions, talks, product demos and opportunities for the cycling community to connect and share their passion for cycling,” said López.

Activities

 As part of the activities of Expo Bike 2023, the Cycling Mobility and Safety Route will be carried out, which will take place on Saturday, October 7 thanks to an agreement with the Municipality of Montes de Oca.  This consists of carrying out a recreational cycling route between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.  All categories and types of cycling can participate, since it is an event focused on the enjoyment of the whole family.  For its part, on Sunday, October 8, a competitive training session will take place.  Your departure will be at the Old Customs facilities, you will go to the Orosí Valley, and from there you will return to the Old Customs. 

Both activities will be free and likewise, there will be various talks and training for both cyclists and motor vehicle drivers.  Some of the topics that will be developed are: Traffic Law 9078 and its impact on cyclists and urban mobility;  Law 9660 on Mobility and Cycling Safety;  More frequent traffic accidents against cyclists;  and a practical workshop on the correct way cyclists should ride in a peloton;  in addition to a talk about the main traffic signs that people who travel by bicycle should know.  Sustainability issues will also be covered, specifically the recently approved IFRS S1 and S2 standards and how cycling can be an axis in the fight against climate change.

 Another novelty is that Expo Bike 2023 will venture into sustainable mobility, through the presence and exhibition of electric bicycles, which will be part of the activity.

 Additionally, there will be Food Trucks located on the esplanade of the Old Customs so that visitors have food spaces.  There will also be family activities, and there will be various surprises for the enjoyment of all attendees, such as raffles and royalties from the event sponsors.

 “We want to give visibility to cycling and democratize the use of the bicycle as a sustainable means of transportation and catalyst against climate change,” concluded López.