29 Ocak 2011 Cumartesi

Want To Become A Compelling Writer? 5 Quick & Easy Tips!

By Sonja Solaro


Most people would love to write in a more compelling way. Only a small improvement can effect your blog posts, emails, articles, web copy, and just about every other aspect of your business and life in a major way.

It's somewhat true when you think back to that old advice that, "practice makes perfect." But it's not 100% true. We need specific advice. And most of us don't have the time these days to sit around and write and write for hours on end, waiting for a small improvement to show up. We are looking for some quicker results. We are looking for tips 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 Making Your Writing Style More Compelling

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) Write in an easy to understand format and be to the point. Tight, concise pieces are understood and are more visually pleasing too. Your readers will be delighted as they flow along. Make it your goal to stay interesting. Don't waste extra wording trying to explain things in a variety of ways. When the content gets too lengthy, your piece tends to get confusing. If you have a lot of information to share, you can always split it into two or more parts.

5) Do not stray way off from your main point. When you get too many thoughts and ideas going throughout your piece, your reader's will get confused about the central idea. I recommend building from an outline you have created before starting. What is your objective? What's your central idea? Then pick three or four subpoints to support it. Be certain that each subpoint is applicable.

These are five quick and uncomplicated tips, but be sure not to look down on their importance. They are extremely powerful when applied and you will get big results by using them. On top of that, they are tips you can use now. You are definitely on the path to becoming a more effective writer.




About the Author:



Hiç yorum yok:

Yorum Gönder