Do you want to write in a more compelling style? If you are like most people, your answer is yes. The good new is, it only takes a small amount of improvement and you will effect your emails, articles, press releases, blog posts, web copy and every part of your business and your life in a positive way.
Thinking back on that old advice, „practice makes perfect,“ is somewhat true. But it’s definitely not 100% true. We need guidance. And who has time to sit around and write and write for hours upon hours, waiting for an improvement to finally set in. Most of us desire quicker results. We want techniques we can use today.
So, I am going to share with you a few of my favorite tips and quicker ways you can improve your writing style. You can definitely put these to use immediately, without having to spend months on end „practicing.“
5 Tips For More Compelling Writing
1) Always add a photograph or illustration, if possible. It is definitely true that a picture is worth a thousand words. It almost seems like a crazy way to start a list on writing tips with this one, but it is very true. Pictures always grab people. They get attention and draw people to your writing. Then, they help keep people at your page. If an illustration is not allowed for some reason, paint a picture for your reader with your words. Be descriptive and entertain their senses.
2) Keep your sentences and paragraphs short. This makes it easy for people to read your work. Don’t spool out real long, ongoing sentences and chunky paragraphs. Keep it easy, fresh and to the point. When it’s easy reading, it’s enjoyable to read, and the reader’s get your point. That is your goal.
3) Bullet points and subheadings help guide people through your writing. And readers will process the information better when presented in pieces. So, always number steps, strategies or ideas whenever you can. It also captures interest and helps people remember what you have written.
4) It is so important to be clear and concise. Tight pieces are easier to read and easier on the eye. This will delight your reader. Always make it your goal to write in an interesting style. Do not throw in a bunch of extra words describing things multiple times. Pieces that are too long and complex are often confusion. If you have more to say, why not break it into two pieces?
5) Never wander far away from your central point. Getting too many ideas and thoughts splashed through your piece will confuse readers about the main idea. It’s a good idea to build an outline before starting. What’s your main objective? Then choose about three or four subpoints that support it. Make sure each point is relevant to your piece.
Five fast and easy tips have been gone over for you. They are simple, but do not undervalue the power they hold. You will get amazing results when you put them to use. Best of all, you can start using them today. You are on your way to strengthening your writing skills already.
Published author Sonja Solaro is a Christian wife and mother, master internet marketer, internet marketing coach and award winning mompreneur. Sonja wants to help others succeed. For more writing and internet tips visit Sonja’s blog. If you want to increase your income, learn about the powerful system Sonja is using to create wealth from home.