Do you have any advice to help me become a quality writer? Please share

What is writing?

Writing is a form of communication. It is a must-know skill in today’s time and also a great career option.

Who is a writer?

A writer or a wordsmith creates words by using emotions and knowledge as raw material.
Till the last decade, writing had been associated with literature only. But, this digital age has completely changed the definition of writing. Today there are no restrictions. People are freely expressing their thoughts through writing.

Today writing is not limited to writing poems, novels, or stories. You can write whatever you want. There are many online platforms available that support amateur writers also. You can practice writing on these platforms.

Writing is also an emerging job sector that pays well with convenience.

How to become a quality writer?

Being a writer is not enough. You must learn how to become a quality writer. Everyone can write. But not everyone can write quality content. The elements that make a document a ‘quality write up’ are:

•    Reader-friendly
•    Simple and easy language
•    Proper flow of thoughts
•    Focus on one central idea
•    Engaging content (use images and videos)
•    Grammatically correct   
•    Original and authentic
 
These are the ornaments that make your writing more fascinating. You should write in a simple and easy-to-understand language. While writing, keep your readers in mind. You cannot communicate face to face with your audience.

They will communicate with you by leaving comments on your article or video. So, it is required to create engaging and precise content.

Hence, if you aim to become a quality writer, here are some tested tips that will help you in polishing your writing skills.

Read more:

Reading gives wings to your imagination power. When your reader mode is on, you will come to learn the basics of writing. Reading also enriches your vocabulary.

The more you read the content related to your interest, the more you will feel like an expert in that particular field. The more you read the better writer you will become.

Write every day:

Writing every day enhances your writing ability. It makes you more disciplined. Undoubtedly, discipline in a writer’s life is something that can take you to your dream heights.

Learn to edit and proofread:

Editing and proofreading help in reversing various mistakes from your content. Sound proofreading makes your content ready to get published.  Firstly, read as a writer, then, proofread as an editor, at the end proofread as a reader.

Stay updated:

Keep yourself updated with the current trends in your field. Out-dated concepts are not searched by anyone. Readers love to read fresh, original, and updated content in your niche.

Your keenness to learn new things or new facts will enhance your knowledge and help you become a quality writer.

@amitmasih Great write-up on writing!!! Emphasizing on quality content is really important. Keep going 👍 👍 👍 

@risha15 Thank you very much, Risha, for your kind words. I really appreciate your time you have spent reading this article. 🙂

@amitmasih very 🙂 nice. Really valuable information.

@connectrajinder Wow!! Thanks a lot, sir. 🙂 All credit goes to you because you’re the grounded and most humble mentor I have ever seen.