How to Turn Daily Research into Valuable Content Using Snagit, Evernote, and notesRSS
Have you ever found yourself reading something fascinating online and thinking, “I should share this insight with others”? Let me show you how I’ve turned my daily research and learning process into a powerful content creation system that builds authority and shares knowledge effortlessly.
The Knowledge Capture Foundation
It starts with Snagit, my digital highlighter. When I come across something interesting – whether it’s a thought-provoking chart, a brilliant code solution, or an insightful paragraph – I don’t just bookmark it. I capture it with Snagit, adding my own thoughts right on the image. Maybe I’ll circle the key points, add some arrows to show relationships, or annotate with questions that come to mind. This isn’t just saving information; it’s starting a conversation with the content.
Building Your Knowledge Hub
These annotated captures then flow into Evernote, where the magic really happens. Each capture becomes part of a living note where I can:
– Add context about why this information matters
– Connect it to other ideas I’ve collected
– Draft my own thoughts and insights
– Tag it for easy retrieval and organization
This is where personal knowledge management transforms into potential content. Your notes become more than just a reference library – they’re the foundation of your unique perspective and expertise.
From Personal Notes to Public Value
Here’s where the system gets really powerful. When a note evolves into something worth sharing – maybe it’s a unique insight, a helpful tutorial, or a thoughtful analysis – I simply add the “publish” tag in Evernote. This is where notesRSS takes over:
- The note automatically becomes a professionally formatted blog post, complete with all your Snagit captures and annotations
- An RSS feed is generated, making your content available for syndication
- Through automated workflows, your insights can be shared across social media platforms
- Your perspective reaches a broader audience, establishing your expertise in your field
Why This Workflow Works
This system is powerful because it’s natural. You’re not sitting down thinking “I need to write a blog post.” Instead, you’re:
– Capturing information that genuinely interests you
– Adding your unique perspective
– Building on ideas over time
– Sharing insights when they’re ready
The result? Authentic content that demonstrates real expertise and provides genuine value to others.
Getting Started
- Install Snagit and make it your go-to tool for capturing digital information
- Set up an Evernote system for organizing your captures and thoughts
- Connect your Evernote to notesRSS
- Start capturing and annotating interesting content
- When you’ve built something worth sharing, just add the “publish” tag
Remember, every expert started somewhere. This system lets you build your expertise and share it with the world, one insight at a time.
The Compound Effect
Over time, this workflow creates a powerful cycle:
– Your knowledge base grows
– Your published content increases
– Your online presence expands
– Your authority in your field strengthens
– Your network grows
– New opportunities emerge
And it all starts with a simple screen capture!
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