On Writing Well
“A few tips on how to be a better writer:
– write about what fascinates you
– make one point per sentence
– use stories to make your point
– cut extra words like “really” and “very”
– read the whole thing out loud
– post publicly (you’ll try harder when you know others will read it)
And finally, be more thoughtful about what you consume. The quality of id... See more
– write about what fascinates you
– make one point per sentence
– use stories to make your point
– cut extra words like “really” and “very”
– read the whole thing out loud
– post publicly (you’ll try harder when you know others will read it)
And finally, be more thoughtful about what you consume. The quality of id... See more
James Clear • 3-2-1: On taking action, tips for writers, and good relationships
When communicating with your fans and contacts, don’t try to sound bigger than you are.
Don’t use the corporate “we”. Say “I”. Fans want to connect with you as a person, not as a brand.
Don’t appear flawless. Show a charming flaw. Confidence attracts, but vulnerability endears.
Definitely don’t use corporate-speak to try to sound like you’re a big ... See more
Don’t use the corporate “we”. Say “I”. Fans want to connect with you as a person, not as a brand.
Don’t appear flawless. Show a charming flaw. Confidence attracts, but vulnerability endears.
Definitely don’t use corporate-speak to try to sound like you’re a big ... See more
Derek Sivers • Don’t try to sound big. | Derek Sivers
Advice to a Young Writer by C. S. Lewis
1. Turn off the radio.
2. Read all the good books you can, and avoid nearly all magazines.
3. Always write (and read) with the ear, not the eye. You should hear every sentence you write as if it was being read aloud or spoken. If it does not sound nice, try again.
4. Write about what really interests you, whether
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