Be a More Effective Writer

Use these simple guidelines.

I’m guessing if you’re reading this, you’re a writer.

We’re all writers.

Whether you compose text messages, emails, Instagram captions, or blog posts, you are a writer. Today’s social media landscape demands we all write.

Writing is thrilling because you can always improve — if you put in the effort.

Below is some of the best advice I’ve gotten to be a more effective writer.

Learn the rules, and then break them. Understand the principles of good writing first, so you know how and when to break the rules to enhance your voice and content, making both more effective. Write a fractured sentence every so often. It sets the pace.

Punctuation. Sets. Pace. As well.

I keep several grammar books on my desk while I write. The best way to improve your craft is to read about your craft.

Be concise. Never use three words when you can use one. Your reader’s time is precious to them, and there’s a lot of competition for their time. If you want their trust, don’t waste their time. Write with clarity, it adds to your style.

Writer’s block. Writer’s block is a cover for when you don’t feel like writing. We all have days when we don’t feel like writing. That’s OK. Sitting in the chair and doing the work is hard and requires effort, more on somedays than others. Ten times out of ten, you will be able to write something if you sit in the chair, even if it is only for ten minutes. Inspiration is everywhere.

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