I wouldn't say I have much of a "process" to be completely honest. I just start with a theme or idea that is on my mind, then start writing. When I get to a certain point, I may start looking for references to cite, or other material to link to, or whatever. If it's something really important, I may actually go Google around looking for a specific quote or other piece of supporting material. But mostly, it's a sort of "stream of consciousness" thing where I just write.

At times (but hardly always) I will try to stick to something roughly like the "tell 'em what you're gonna tell 'em, tell 'em, tell 'em what you told 'em" thing, but even then, it's not like I sit down, draw out an outline, or use a mind-map or anything.

After I have something that seems like it's "in the ballpark" I edit and tweak and revise and massage it until I consider it good enough to publish.

That's about it.