If you search Google for tips on how to become a better writer, you’ll find a lot of big promises. Here’s the truth: There’s no tip, trick, strategy, or hack capable of turning a bad writer into a good one. But if you’re looking to improve your writing skills by 5%, if you want to go from average to good or even good to great, a valuable tip can help make it happen. Here are fourteen such tips: 1. Find Your Unique VoiceSerious question: If we all listen to the same experts and we all follow the same advice, how is it possible for anyone to stand out from the crowd? The trap many of us fall into is we believe if we mimic a popular blogger or writer, we’ll be popular too. Imitation is indeed the sincerest form of flattery, but it’s a no-win proposition. Even if you succeed, you’ll be indistinguishable from all the other parrots out there. There’s only one you. You have unique DNA. Your hopes, thoughts, and dreams are unique. Even the face you make when you accidentally walk into a spider web is unique. Want to stand out? When you sit down to write, tap into what makes you… well, you.
Learn More: In my guest appearance on the Biz Mavens’ podcast, I discuss the importance of finding your unique voice and offer three exercises to help you find it.
2. Edit Like CrazyMany first drafts are clumsy, sloppy, and difficult to read. This is true for most writers — even experienced, well-known ones. So what separates our writing heroes from the masses? Editing. The hard part isn’t over once your first draft is complete; on the contrary, it’s only beginning. To take your work to the next level, you need to spend just as much time editing your words as you do creating them. It’s ruthless work. It’s kind of boring. But it’s vital.
Learn More: 7 Editing Tips That’ll Make You a Better Writer (with Examples!) will show you the editing secrets popular bloggers and writers don’t want you to know.
3. Supercharge Your SubheadsMost readers stick around for fewer than 15 seconds. Heck, most will stick around for fewer than 5 seconds. Why? Because readers are experts at scanning. They’ll click your headline, quickly scan your content, and — in only a few seconds — decide whether to stay or go. Writing a great introduction is one way to convince readers to stick. Another? Write masterful subheads that create curiosity, hook your readers, and keep them on the page long enough to realize your content is worth reading.
Learn More: In The Ultimate Guide to Writing Irresistible Subheads, Gary Korisko shares the four ingredients of a killer subhead.
4. Write Like Superman (Or That Guy You Know Who Types Really Fast)Most of us are limited in the amount of time we have available to write. So, if you want more time to write every day, you only have three options:
Your spouse and children won’t like the first option, and the second option requires plutonium. But the third option? That’s doable.
Learn More: Want some actionable tactics to boost your writing speed? Check out Linda Formichelli’s How to Write Faster: 10 Crafty Ways to Hit 1,000 Words Per Hour.
5. Craft Irresistible HeadlinesSmart Blogger’s CEO, Jon Morrow, recommends spending at least 20% of your time on the headline for your content. That isn’t a typo. If you spend 10 to 20 hours writing an article, 2 to 4 of those hours should be spent on the headline. Why so many? Because if your headline sucks, no one is going to give your content a chance. In short: Headlines are important. Get good at writing them.
Learn More: In How to Write a Blog Post in 2019: The Ultimate Guide, Liz Longacre goes over the 8 rules for crafting amazing headlines. And in 10 Ways to Exploit Human Nature and Write Amazingly Appealing Headlines Robert van Tongeren shares tips for writing irresistibly-clickable headlines.
6. Avoid Weak WordsToo many writers dilute their writing with weak, empty words that bring nothing to the table. Worse? They silently erode your reader’s attention — one flabby word at a time. Spot these words and eliminate them from your writing.
Learn More: In 297 Flabby Words and Phrases That Rob Your Writing of All Its Power, Shane Authur shows you how to tone and trim your prose.
7. Write with RhythmYou know short paragraphs and white space are your friends. But that doesn’t mean every paragraph you write should be short. Too many short paragraphs in a row and your writing will bore your readers. Too many long paragraphs in a row and you’ll overwhelm them. So, mix things up. Let the rhythm of your words dictate when each paragraph begins, and you’ll strike up the perfect balance between short paragraphs and long.
Learn More: In How to Write a Paragraph in 2019 (Yes, the Rules Have Changed), Mike Blankenship looks at why variation is important and offers a few rules of thumb to follow.
8. Kick Writer’s Block in the ButtocksWhen you’ve been staring at a blank page for what feels like hours, writer’s block can seem insurmountable. It’s not. Savvy writers have a collection of tried-and-true techniques to bust out whenever writer’s block starts to rear its ugly head — techniques ranging from brisk walks to asking Alexa to play “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” by The Proclaimers. If you want to be a better writer, find a writer’s block technique or two that works for you.
Learn More: Henneke Duistermaat has 27 refreshingly-original writer’s block techniques you can try. Pick a few favorites, and don’t be afraid to break glass in case of emergency.
9. Make Your Words Burst to Life in Readers’ MindsIf you aren’t using power words or sensory language in your writing, you’re missing out. Smart writers and copywriters use power words to give their content extra punch, personality, and pizzazz. And great writers from Shakespeare to Stephen King use sensory words evoking sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell to paint strong scenes in the minds of their readers. Both types of words are effective and super simple to use. If you’re tired of lifeless words sitting on a page, try sprinkling power and sensory words throughout your content.
Learn More: Check out 600+ Power Words That’ll Pack Your Writing with Emotion and 581 Sensory Words to Take Your Writing from Bland to Brilliant. Besides being the definitive guides on their topics, they each offer huge, bookmarkable lists you can reference again and again.
10. Be FunnySome writers won’t like this, but… Your content can’t simply teach — it needs to entertain too. Or, to put it bluntly: If you don’t entertain while you inform, your audience will find a writer who can. Thankfully, there are numerous ways you can make your content more interesting and entertaining. The easiest way (and my favorite)? Sprinkle in a little humor.
Learn More: Marc Ensign’s How to Captivate Your Audience with Humor (Even If You Don’t Think You’re Funny) will show you how to be funny (without looking like you’re trying to be funny).
11. Write with ClarityIt doesn’t matter how amazing, profound, or revolutionary your ideas are, if you can’t express them in a clear, coherent way, you might as well have written them in an ancient language no one understands. Ask yourself this question: Could I explain my content to someone in one sentence? If the answer is no, your work is probably too complex. It’s time to simplify.
Learn More: In 20 Rules for Writing So Crystal Clear Even Your Dumbest Relative Will Understand, Smart Blogger’s COO, Glen Long, shares his best tips for writing with clarity.
12. Master Transitional Words and PhrasesDo you want to keep your readers glued to your content? Want your posts to be so effortless to read people can’t help but absorb every word? Experienced writers are meticulous about making each sentence flow seamlessly into the next, and they use transitional phrases to help make it happen. If you want people to read your writing, from beginning to end, you need to do the same.
Learn More: Smart Blogger’s How to Use Transitional Words and Phrases to Make Your Writing Flow (with Examples) breaks down transitional phrases and how to use them to give audiences a smooth reading experience.
13. Learn SEO (Like a Boss)Whether you write for yourself or as a hired hand, being able to create content that ranks on Google is a valuable skill. (In fact, if you’re a freelance writer, companies and agencies will happily pay you extra for this skill.) Consistently ranking on Google doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when you understand the basics of SEO — keyword research, user intent, UX signals, etc. — and purposefully create content with SEO in mind. If you already know the basics of SEO, you have a leg up on the competition. And if you don’t know the basics, you need to learn them. The sooner, the better.
Learn More: Brian Dean of Backlinko has a thorough SEO guide and resource list you should read. And if you want to learn what not to do, check out Jon’s 6 SEO Mistakes That’ll Make Google Hate You Forever.
14. Sleep With Your ReadersRemember when I said subheads should create curiosity? This is a good example. What keeps your audience awake at night? What has them tossing and turning at 2 o’clock in the morning? Answer this question and then write about it. Follow this one tip and you could (almost) ignore the rest.
Learn More: “Sleeping with readers” is a metaphor Jon used in his epic article, Copyblogger Editor Admits to Sleeping with Readers and Recommends You Do the Same. For more insight into why knowing what’s keeping your readers up at night is so important, give it a read.
You Now Know How to Become a Better Writer (but Knowing’s Just Half the Battle)Most who read this post will smile, nod their head in agreement, and implement precisely zero of these tips. But not you. You know knowledge that’s not put into practice is wasted. That’s why you’ve already picked out a few favorites, and it’s why you can’t wait to start writing. On their own, none of these writing tips will catapult you to superstardom. But each of them, little by little, will help you hone your craft. So, are you ready to be a better writer? Are you ready to get 5%, 10%, or 15% better? Ready to go from a good writer to a great one? Then it’s time to get to work. Let’s do this thing.
About the Author: When he’s not busy telling waitresses, baristas, and anyone else who crosses his path that Jon Morrow once said he was in the top 1% of bloggers, Kevin J. Duncan is the Blog Editor for Smart Blogger.
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Does this sound like you? You’ve been with getting things done. You’ve listened to the productivity podcasts, read the productivity books and admired your productive friends. But somehow, nothing seems to click. No matter how much you read or study, it doesn’t happen for you. If that’s you, you’re reading the right post. Because in this post, I will share a tool that will help you go from trying to figure life out to a productivity machine. I know, that’s a tall order. But hopefully, by the end of this post, you’ll be convinced. Listen to the EpisodeThis will be a long one. If you’d prefer to hear me talk about this while you’re on the go, click below to listen to the podcast episode. Get the SpreadsheetTo fully take advantage of this post, make sure to download my FREE “Get it done” spreadsheet. The Problem with “Getting Things Done”I play the piano by ear. It’s something I’ve been doing since the age of 12. I love playing the piano. And if someone’s singing while I’m playing (i.e. my wife), I’m on cloud 9. Because I’ve been playing for so long, I must say – I’m pretty good at it. If you come up to me and sing a song, in most cases, I’ll be able to play it immediately. It’s just a part of who I am. God blessed me with musical talent. But there’s a situation I often find myself in. A fellow pianist hears me play and comes up to me to ask me the name of the chord progression I played at a certain part of the song. My answer always confounds him – I don’t know. I can’t tell you the theory of what I’m playing. I don’t know the theory (in most cases). What I know is how to play. This often leaves them confounded. They understood the theory. In fact, they are often experts. Put sheet music in front of them and they can play it immediately. But remove the sheet music and they are useless. And their playing often amounts to that of someone with much less skill. How did I learn to play the piano? By playing the piano. I spent countless hours on a near daily basis playing the piano for years. And the more I did it, the more the music became a part of who I am. Understanding theory is powerful because it forms the basis for what we do. Unfortunately, understanding the theory doesn’t always equate with being able to do something well. The problem with “Getting Things Done” and all of the theory that’s out there is that it’s just theory. How do you get stuff done? It has something to do with how I learned to play the piano by ear. What to do insteadOver the last few months, I’ve been inspired by the following quote:
When I read that, it hit me. THAT’S how I learned to play the piano. The piano was a tool and I used it over and over. I spent years using the piano, making mistakes and realizing that some of my “mistakes” actually sounded good. And it didn’t matter how it sounded because I was in the comfort of my own home. And my parents actually encouraged those mistakes. They would sing out as we sat together during family worship as I stumbled through playing songs on the piano. But the more I did, the better I got. That’s how it is with getting things done. Here’s what we can learn from my piano playing skills. Choose a tool that teaches you to get things done, and use it over and over. The more you use it, the better you’ll get at it. My Get it Done SpreadsheetAfter buying into Buckminster Fuller’s concept, I decided to create a tool. One to teach you the principles of getting things done. And while I’ll give you the theory here, that’s only the beginning. Using it on a daily basis will help you to solidify the theory and actually get stuff done. The core of the spreadsheet comes down to the following seven steps. Step 1: Take inventory of your work-life balanceOne of the problems with how we normally set goals is that they are often project focused. This isn’t inherently a problem. But what I now realize is that our project-focused goals take flight when they line up with our life goals. For that reason, you should take inventory of where you are in life. Once you understand where you are in life, it’s easy to see what’s off balance. Once you know what’s off balance, you can more easily see where you need to set goals. In the Get it Done Spreadsheet, you rate yourself in the following six areas: work/business, finances, spiritual, health and body, relationships with others and personal. This is done by grading yourself on a scale of 1 to 10 as shown below: After taking this inventory, you will get a picture that looks like this: As you can see in my example, I’m relatively balanced in most areas, but there is room for improvement. But there’s one that stands out. Finances. When it comes to things like long-term financial planning, following a budget, etc, I fall short. This tells me that I have some work to do, especially where my finances are concerned. It also shows me that while the other areas are relatively balanced, there’s room for improvement. Understanding this will help you with the next step. Step 2: Write down your goalsNow that you know where you stand, it’s time to come up with your goals. They’ll fall into three categories: short-term (0 to 3 months), medium-term (3 months to 3 years), and long-term (over 3 years). Here are my short-term goals from when I went through this activity: Notice that you’re including all of the following:
These goals should be S.M.A.R.T. goals (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and time-based). Step 3: Break down those goalsOk, so you have your goals. It’s time to break down these goals. For each goal, answer the following questions:
Dissecting each goal in this way will make you more confident in your ability to accomplish each goal. It will also give you the steps you need to take. Step 4: Create your weekly and daily planThis is where the “Get it done” spreadsheet really shine. It’s what you do on a daily (and weekly) basis that sets the stage for success. Here’s what I recommend. At the beginning of the week, make your plan for the week. This includes a list of the 3 to 5 goals you’re working on that week. It’s important to keep your goals front and center as you plan out the tasks you will be working on. It also includes the tasks you want to accomplish by the end of the week. Once you’ve done that, it’s time to plan out the tasks you want to accomplish each day as well as a tentative schedule to help you accomplish those tasks. I’ve gone back and forth on this. When I first started using the spreadsheet, I would do my schedule daily. I figured that my daily tasks would depend heavily on what I did the day before. But then I found that when I don’t start with a good view of what I want to accomplish for the week, I get less done. So now I plan out the entire week on Sunday and adjust accordingly as things change. Step 5: Take massive action dailyThere’s not much to say here. You’ve done the planning and now it’s time to do what you planned. It’s what you do on a daily basis that will result in the success you’re trying to have. And now that you’ve planned it all out wisely, make it happen. It’s important to realize that every day won’t go as planned, and that’s ok. This is one of the reasons I love having my planner as a spreadsheet. If I need to adjust, I can easily change things around. My paper planner ended up getting really messy as I adjusted. As you get things done, check them off your to-do list and give yourself a pat on the back. Step 6: Review each day and week in light of your goalsIf all you’re doing is busy work, it’s easy to get lost in the weeds. It’s important to review what you’re doing on a daily and weekly basis. At the end of your workday, take a few notes on how the day went. Did you accomplish all your goals? Celebrate that. Did something derail you? Take note of that. There are two spaces where you can do this. At the top of the spreadsheet, you can state exactly what you accomplished related to your goals. If you didn’t do anything related to one of your week’s goals, write the word NOTHING. I like to do it in all caps. When you do that, the cell will automatically turn red to draw your attention to the fact that you didn’t do anything there. This is not a bad thing. You won’t be working on every goal every day. However, when you see that red repeating itself over and over, it’s time to start paying attention. The second place is at the bottom of the sheet. This is more of an open area for you to write down your general thoughts about the day. And at the end of your week, take notes on how your week went. Doing this review is important for getting you to reflect on your activity in light of your goals. It will also serve as a reminder when you need to go back and figure out where you stand. Step 7: Recalibrate every quarterAlright, you’re on your way to actually “getting things done” and it feels great. But it’ll be easy to just keep going without having a good understanding of how far you came. That’s why I created a spreadsheet for every quarter. Every quarter, go back to the work-life inventory sheet and see where you stand. Is there more balance? Where did you improve? Where did you fall off a little? Either way, it’s all good. You’re taking action and approaching your goals in a more strategic way. Not only that, you’re learning the principles of success without focusing on learning. You’re learning by doing. Get the SpreadsheetIf you haven’t done so already, go ahead and get my “Get it done” spreadsheet. It’s free, and you’ll love it. Enter your name and email address below and start your “get it done” journey. And if you want to take your “get it done” mindset to the next level, get access to my Goal Setting course by joining the Blogger Coaching Club. In it, I walk you through the concepts taught in this episode in more depth by showing you exactly how to go through this process. Along with the course, you get access to all the other courses in the coaching club as well as direct access to me. Ask a question and get a video response. Looking forward to working with you. Resources Mentioned
InfographicThe post How to Get Things Done Using One Useful Tool appeared first on Become A Blogger by Leslie Samuel. from https://www.becomeablogger.com/26790/how-to-get-things-done/ Writing is tricky. The same piece of content that earns you an A+ on your midterm would be marked as spam or deleted from a blog editor’s inbox. Why is that? Well, one reason is what constitutes a good paragraph differs from medium to medium. How to write a paragraph for your college professor is different than writing a paragraph for a popular blog. The good news? In this post, you’ll learn the differences. We’ll go over paragraph writing for the digital age, and we’ll touch on the basics you need to know for school, magazines, and such. But first, let’s look at why the rules for paragraph structure have changed…
Why Paragraph Writing Changed in the Digital AgeThe main reason for the paragraph’s evolution is the way we consume media. When we’re online, an onslaught of ads, pop-up notifications, cat videos, and vapid celebrity gossip are all competing for our attention. As a result, writers have had to adapt. Shorter paragraphs. More transitional words and phrases. Variation in rhythm. Consider the drastic differences between this teacher-pleasing page from Habits of a Happy Brain (affiliate link) and this online article by Tomas Laurinaricius reviewing the same book: In short: When we open a book or magazine, we’re usually at home or somewhere quiet. We’ll set aside some time and give it our full attention. But online, we scan content and decide, within seconds, whether to stay or go. To survive in digital media, writers have to account for shorter attention spans and increased competition. So, now that we understand the why, let’s look at the how. The Rules of the 2019 ParagraphRule #1. In Digital Media, Short Paragraphs are MandatoryOnline, one of the easiest ways to instantly turn off your audience is to present them with a big wall of text that has few breaks and little white space. We have adapted to expect and prefer paragraphs that are short because they look and feel easier to read. Short paragraphs are easier to scan, and they allow readers to consume the article in bite-sized chunks, which helps maintain their focus. Consider, for example, the ease with which you can read the introduction to this article by Mel Wicks: Yes, Mel Wicks uses empathetic language and easy-to-read prose, which no doubt enhances her clarity. But you can’t ignore the sense you get just by glancing at her article that it will be an easy read. This is the effect short paragraphs have on readers. In the above article, Mel’s introduction has ten paragraphs. The longest paragraph is 42 words, and seven of them have only 12 words or less. So, what’s the new standard? How long is a paragraph in 2019? Well, in digital media your average paragraph should be between two and four lines. You can go over and under — some paragraphs are just one powerful word long — but stay close to that average and you should be fine. Paragraph Length in Print Media (Or, How Many Sentences are in a Paragraph?)The length of paragraphs in school papers, books, magazines, and other print media is a bit larger. How much larger? It’s no longer the hard-and-fast rule it used to be, but writing paragraphs of three-to-five sentences remains the standard practice. Rule #2. Rhythm Dictates the Next ParagraphRhythm is the new arbiter of words. It determines where paragraphs end and where new ones begin. Rhythm in writing is hard to teach. It’s not an exact science and doesn’t follow hard rules. The more experienced you become as a writer, the more you’ll develop your rhythm. But in the meantime, you can follow these basic guidelines for when to start a new paragraph: 1. VariationWhile you want to keep your paragraphs short in digital media, every paragraph doesn’t have to be (or need to be) short. In fact, switching between short and long paragraphs will make your writing sing. Here are a few noteworthy rules of thumb. You don’t have to follow these perfectly, but they’re worth remembering:
Too many same-sized paragraphs in a row will bore your reader. It doesn’t matter if it’s too many small paragraphs or too many long paragraphs. Consider this excerpt from Jon Morrow’s post on earning passive income online: See how he perfectly balances between short and long paragraphs? Now imagine if the same excerpt was structured this way:
The reason I put “passive income” in quotes is I think the term is a little misleading.
Almost nothing is totally passive. While you may not personally be doing any work to receive the money, someone is. And there’s usually at least a little bit of management overhead. For instance, I’ve gone on record saying this blog averages over $100,000 per month. From that total, about $60,000 of it is technically “passive income.” Even though all of these paragraphs are short, this text feels monotonous. Too many short paragraphs make a reader feel like they’re on a rollercoaster ride with no destination — they’re moving fast but they quickly get confused about where they’re going. Ultimately, you want to guide your reader. And the only way to do that effectively is to recognize when your reader needs a few short paragraphs, a long one, or a bit of both. Paragraph Variation in Print MediaVarying the length of your paragraphs in school papers, magazine articles, and books isn’t a commonly-discussed writing method, but it’s good practice. Whether it’s your teacher or professor, a magazine subscriber, or a bookworm; every reader appreciates variation. Try to mix up the length of your paragraphs. It’s a small change that can have a big impact. 2. TopicWhile topic was once the ultimate indicator of paragraph change, it is now one of many. Topic is still critical for clarity. If you change paragraphs at a topically awkward time, the split disturbs the reader. Take, for example, this excerpt from Liz Longacre’s article:
Blogging is a battle.
A war to get your ideas the attention they deserve. Your enemy? The dizzying array of online distractions that devour your readers. This battle is not for the faint of heart. There are so many learning curves. Plugins you’ll need to install. Social networks you’ll need to employ. Marketing techniques you’ll need to try. Imagine these paragraphs were structured like this instead …
Blogging is a battle.
A war to get your ideas the attention they deserve. Your enemy? The dizzying array of online distractions that devour your readers. This battle is not for the faint of heart. There are so many learning curves. Plugins you’ll need to install. Social networks you’ll need to employ. Marketing techniques you’ll need to try. Notice the difference in how you read the original paragraph versus the variation. In the original, the last paragraph tactfully emphasizes the difficulty of learning how to start a blog. But in the variation, you take a mental pause between “There are so many learning curves” and “Plugins you’ll need to install.” And it feels off, doesn’t it? The last three sentences are examples of learning curves, which means they are topically linked to the phrase introducing them (“There are so many learning curves”). In digital media, readers still expect topics will — for the most part — stick with each other. Paragraph Topics in Schools, Colleges, and UniversitiesTopics play an even more important role in print media; specifically, in academia where each paragraph has an introduction and conclusion. In school, we’re taught to use the following paragraph structure:
Here’s how it looks in practice:
Pizza is the world’s most versatile food. If you hate vegetables, you can get pizza overflowing with different meats. If you’re a vegetarian, you can get pizza with onions and peppers. And if you’re daring (and a little crazy), you can get pizza with anchovies and pineapples. Name the topping, and you can probably put it on a pizza.
The first sentence (topic sentence) tells the reader what to expect in the paragraph. The next three sentences (the supporting sentences) support the topic sentence by providing additional information. And the last sentence (the concluding sentence) wraps the paragraph up in a bow by mirroring the topic sentence. 3. EmphasisShort paragraphs naturally add emphasis. They can be used to highlight ideas you want the reader to take note of, but they can also be used for dramatic effect. For example, check out Jon’s introduction to How to Start a Blog in 2019: Research Reveals 20X Faster Method:
What if I told you there’s a new strategy for how to start a blog and make money, that’s 20X faster, requires no software or technical expertise, and costs absolutely nothing up front? You’d think there must be some hidden catch, right?
But there’s not. It’s totally real. Jon’s introduction asks the reader a question with a long paragraph. And then, for emphasis, he adds: “But there’s not. It’s totally real.” This paragraph conveys a dramatic turn of events. The shortness of the paragraph emphasizes this. The longer paragraph preps the reader for the punch, and the short paragraph brings it home. You don’t always have to go from a long paragraph to a short paragraph to create emphasis. You can also use a gradual decline in word count and finish with your main point. This builds the reader up to the punchline. Here’s another example, taken from The Brutally Honest Guide To Being Brutally Honest. The author, Josh Tucker, decreases wordcount over three relatively short paragraphs to bring attention to his final sentence: “How you end the discussion can make all the difference.” Think of paragraph length in the same way you think about the rest of your writing. Your word choice, sentence length, and paragraph structure all have a massive impact on what your article communicates. Paragraph Emphasis in Print MediaThe need to emphasize points in your content isn’t just for digital media. It’s great for academia and print media too. Ultimately, paragraph emphasis is up to the creativity of the writer. Paragraph length is simply one tool at your disposal. Another tool is italicizing or underline words in your content. Just be sure not to overdo it. If you use too many italics or underlines, they can overwhelm your readers. Plus, they’ll eventually lose effectiveness. Writing a Paragraph Readers Will Love Isn’t HardNot anymore, anyway. Despite the difficulty in grabbing the attention of today’s digital readers, you now know how to turn visitors into content absorbers by crafting easy-to-read paragraphs — paragraphs that are short, rhythmic, and varied. And, you now know a few pointers for what it takes to craft content teachers, professors, and editors in print media will adore. Know your audience, and know how paragraphs should be constructed for said audience. Do that and you’re golden. Readers will appreciate your courteous writing and — dare I say? — they’ll keep coming back for more.
About the Author: Lover of all things communication — speaking, writing, and listening — Mike is currently the founder of MB Content where he helps businesses create significant, consistent and valuable pieces of content. You can see more of his work at Carrot, follow him on Twitter, or join his email list for entrepreneurs at Booktrep.
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