Coming with new and unique ideas to write about can be a challenge. However, there are some things you can do to help you not only come with great ideas, but to also help you write about them. Follow these tips for creating content that is both outstanding and compelling.
No matter what you are writing about, keeping your readers in mind while doing so is important. This is especially true when you are writing a specific topic that relates to certain people. For example, think about the people that love gardening when you are exploring the benefits of hydroponics gardening. In fact, you might find your words come much easier when you have a targeted audience in mind.
Be direct and to the point in your writing. Most people never read an entire article. The first few paragraphs are read and the rest is generally scanned for outstanding and important information. By getting to the point in fewer words, you can get more information in and across to your readers.
When you start thinking about excessive words, you might consider the number of adjectives you use in your work. While adjectives do have a place in your writing, being there too much is unacceptable. This goes back to simply getting to the point without fluffing it up. How you write reflects a part of you, so avoid beating around your main topic and tell readers what they want to know.
One great reason many people never read through a complete article is because it becomes boring. However, think about the article that relays important information while also telling a story. The writing you do that contain interesting facts and a story line suddenly becomes writing that is not so boring.
The writing that is most appealing is the writing that is well rounded and to the point. While making your point, be sure to remain informal and friendly. The best content becomes unattractive when it sounds like it was written by a computer program or robot. Making yourself a real person is an important part of all the writing you do.
Brainstorming for new ideas can certainly be challenging. Take the time to read all you can about topics you want to write about. Ask your friends and family members about any ideas they might come up with. Read other content about the topics you are thinking about for ideas about what to write. Get outdoors and take a walk. You might be surprised how getting away from the desk for break with help to refresh your creative thinking.
Honing your writing skills takes you writing a great deal every day. By doing so, you begin to see the little faults in your work you never noticed were there before. Check out the information online as well about tips and tricks to creating content on a regular and profitable basis. Writing is skill you must practice. Making the changes to your style can mean the difference between your being excellent or mediocre.
Thank you Rosalind for sharing this topic in a simple and easy to understand way. It catches my mind what I need to do and write.
Hi James,
I appreciate the compliment, but it belongs to Bill Achola – the writer.
Cheers,
Ros
Billy,
Great article i find it hard to come up with new and original content so i search and see what topics are being used and base it off that.. at times i still struggle to think of a writing that will not be to long to boar my readers, or to short that they leave my site really fast…
Think this article will help many it’s hard to be creative in writing even when you can get those juices flowing..
thx for ds writeup. i enjoy it
Rosalind I bought a copy of your book. I enjoy checking your site from time to time also. Creating content for my blog isn’t always an easy task. I think the hardest part is doing the keyword research.
Hi Billy,
I hate writers block lol, but unfortunately it is natural and happens to everyone. I agree that taking a walk and getting off the computer is the best way to over come this. One other tip I would say is when you are reading blogs or websites take not of titles in a excel file, this is a great way to get ideas when your stuck say you have How To Get Rich in 2012, you could maybe come up with this 10 Definite Ways To Increase Your Income in 2012… So having a title file is good and I would also suggest an ideas file as well so you never lose a good idea…
Thanks
David
Hi Billy Boy,
The things you tel are great. If you are writing or talking keep always to the point to keep the attention of the other person.
“No matter what you are writing about, keeping your readers in mind while doing so is important.”<—-great stuff :). It just makes me happy to read stuff like this; love people who care about people.
"In fact, you might find your words come much easier when you have a targeted audience in mind."<—nice articulated; and I haven't thought about it quite that way. very thought-inducing, cool.. good to have in mind when writing sales copy, as well.
"Be direct and to the point in your writing."<—well put. like you say, it
's not about using few words as much as it's about simply saying what you haave to say. period.
"However, think about the article that relays important information while also telling a story"<—yeah, and if you just write from your own experience, and perspective, you simply cannot leave out the story (even if you try).
I will always remember your advice. Thanks.