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There are different types of model texts, with writing tips and interactive exercises that practise the writing skills you need to do well in your studies, to get ahead at work and to communicate in English in your free time.
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- Writing Tips For Email and Other Professional Documents
- Writing Tips to Help You Sound Natural
- Clean Up Your Writing with These Writing Tips
1 Set writing goals.
Maybe you want to write a certain number of words per day or upgrade your vocabulary.You can’t reach a goal unless you have one, so write that goal down and work toward it.
2 Write in the morning.
For many people, writing comes easier right after a good night’s sleep. Grammarly’s research also shows early birds make fewer writing mistakes. (No matter when you write, Grammarly has your back. Try Grammarly to get more writing tips to help keep you on track.)
3 Write daily.
Getting started on a big writing project can feel intimidating if you’re not used to the act of writing. Practice this skill daily—whether a short sentence or full paragraph—to get accustomed to the mental and physical concept of writing.
8 Keep it brief.
Brevity is important in professional communication. Respect your colleagues’ time by knowing exactly what you need to communicate before you begin writing so you can keep your message concise.
9 Use active voice.
Writing in active voice animates your writing so that the subject is acting on its verb. An active voice reads as being more confident and self-assured; it’s also a great way to shave superfluous words from your writing.
10 Don’t neglect context.
Does the person you’re communicating with have the same information and frame of reference you do? If not, make sure you provide context. You don’t have to give the entire backstory, just fill in the missing pieces so your message will be clear.
14 Write like you talk, within reason.
Your writing should sound natural and fluid. Unless you’re communicating in a more formal context, write as though you’re talking to a friend.
15 Don’t ramble.
We just said “Write like you talk”, but there’s a caveat—don’t ramble. Avoid winding twists and turns, anddon’t use filler wordssuch as like, really, and you know. Good writing should get to the point and avoid fluff.
16 Be a storyteller.
No matter what the message is, we humans are drawn to stories. Consider Pixar’s guide.
19 Let your writing rest for a while and edit fresh.
Whenever possible, don’t edit just after you’ve finished writing. Come back after a break and review with fresh eyes. Even stepping away for a quick walk or a cup of coffee can help you shift gears from writer to editor.
20 Get rid of filler words and phrases.
When you edit, it’s time to cut the fluff. Every word needs a job, and those that aren’t pulling their weight have to go.Here’s our list of words and phrases you can eliminate right now.
21 Avoid cliche.
As you’re reading through what you’ve written, look for overused phrases that can be recast in a fresh and unique way. It’s one of the most common writing tips, but also one of the most ignored.
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