{"id":1112,"date":"2022-12-01T13:57:20","date_gmt":"2022-12-01T19:57:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordsofworth.org\/ca\/?p=1112"},"modified":"2023-02-14T07:33:05","modified_gmt":"2023-02-14T13:33:05","slug":"seven-writing-tips-to-make-writing-easier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordsofworth.org\/ca\/blog\/seven-writing-tips-to-make-writing-easier","title":{"rendered":"Seven writing tips to make writing easier"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p>While every writer has their own set of \u201cgo to\u201d tricks that they can use to craft pieces they are proud of; they may still benefit from learning something new that will help them take their work to the next level.<!--more--><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #f2545b;color:#f2545b\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #f2545b;color:#f2545b\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/wordsofworth.org\/ca\/blog\/seven-writing-tips-to-make-writing-easier\/#Before_you_start\" >Before you start<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/wordsofworth.org\/ca\/blog\/seven-writing-tips-to-make-writing-easier\/#Get_comfortable\" >Get comfortable<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/wordsofworth.org\/ca\/blog\/seven-writing-tips-to-make-writing-easier\/#Practice_practice_practice\" >Practice, practice practice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/wordsofworth.org\/ca\/blog\/seven-writing-tips-to-make-writing-easier\/#Sit_in_on_class_or_workshop\" >Sit in on class or workshop<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/wordsofworth.org\/ca\/blog\/seven-writing-tips-to-make-writing-easier\/#Grammar_matters\" >Grammar matters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/wordsofworth.org\/ca\/blog\/seven-writing-tips-to-make-writing-easier\/#Writing_for_real\" >Writing for real<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/wordsofworth.org\/ca\/blog\/seven-writing-tips-to-make-writing-easier\/#Make_your_editor_your_new_best_friend\" >Make your editor your new best friend<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<h2>Before you start<\/h2>\n<p>The writing process can begin well before you pick up your pen or sit down at your keyboard. To keep your style fresh and interesting, observe the world around you. Watch for new phrases and wording that you can incorporate into your own pieces, and be aware of social media and other trends. Some authors carry a notebook, tablet or phone so they can make notes and refer back to them later.<\/p>\n<h2>Get comfortable<\/h2>\n<p>Most who create will tell you that they have to be in the right frame of mind, and being comfortable may be a big part of this Whether you write sprawled out in bed, at a desk or a table set up outside, make sure you are relaxed and have all the supplies you need within easy reach before you get started.<\/p>\n<h2>Practice, practice practice<\/h2>\n<p>While you may have a mind that\u2019s brimming with ideas, you have to be able to translate them into words people want to read, and the more practice you get, the better at this you will be. Have someone you trust review your work and point out areas for improvement.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also a smart move to be as well read as you can. Every time you read, consider it a lesson that will help you to improve your own works.<\/p>\n<h2>Sit in on class or workshop<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you want to write for fun or profit, a class will teach you something new. It will also give you a chance to meet others who are also interested in writing, and these connections may prove very valuable in the future.<\/p>\n<h2>Grammar matters<\/h2>\n<p>Using proper grammar makes an article or other piece easier to read and learning the proper rules doesn\u2019t have to be difficult. There are lots of sources that can help, and works like Strunk and White\u2019s \u201cThe Elements of Style\u201d can prove to be essential guides for those who write.<\/p>\n<p>While we\u2019re on the subject, check out your spelling and grammar checker. Make sure that they use language appropriate for the area you are writing to. For example, American, Canadian, UK and Australian English are all slightly different; authors should take this into account when choosing which tools to use.<\/p>\n<h2>Writing for real<\/h2>\n<p>Once you feel you are well-grounded and have landed your first job, you\u2019ll need to put your skills to use. Give consideration to the tone of the piece as well as how, when and where it will be used. Don\u2019t be afraid to ask questions and for clarification if you need it.<\/p>\n<h2>Make your editor your new best friend<\/h2>\n<p>While no one lies having their hard work critiqued, this is actually an essential step in professional writing. It allows a second set of eyes to check for typos and mistakes and they can also point out other errors that need to be addressed.<\/p>\n<p>Remember that your editor wants you to be successful, and they are pointing out flaws in your writing, not in you. Wise authors welcome their advice and take it on board.<\/p>\n<p>If you feel that a career in writing could be right for you, there\u2019s a wealth of online and real world tools that can make the process a lot easier. At Words of Worth, we are always interested in adding new talent to our pool of authors. 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