Can writing too many drafts or trying to get our written web content too "perfect" actually deter us from wanting to write in the first place?
When writing seems an arduous chore, we are less likely to want to engage in it.
Just the prospect of having to spend hours and hours on a blog of 2, 000 words can be disconcerting, especially given that most of us are so busy and barely have the time to create a flawless finished product.
The aim of this is to motivate you to : when we make too much of a chore of creating content, we often struggle with it and just end up wanting to give up.
Read on to learn some tips on fast-tracking the process of writing!
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JKingsberry
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I believe you had a very good tutorial about writing topics. I agree with everything you pointed out to people who have trouble writing content. I wish to add that sentences and even phrases can be also be shortened before shortening paragraphs. Some people may have better results in writing just about anything really by using a taping device. They just talk freely about their topic without the thought of organizing it for content until they have finished. Then they can listen to it and transcribe it all on paper. After that phrases then can be shortened as well as sentences and paragraphs. They can take the ideas you recommended to write a decent draft. Of course I believe in editing the content several times. I need to do this more myself. I have taught speech therapy and English as a Second Language. My minor was in English. How does one go about writing a tutorial to help everyone with grammar and punctuation? Even people who have experience in writing content on their websites can benefit from my lessons in grammar. I have found that experienced website producers have grammatical problems at times. Even beginners can have decent grammar in their website content or with any kind of writing challenges. Also my lessons in grammar to all is unconventional and easy to understand and use. Again thanks for the needed tutorial. I hope people will follow your tutorial.
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mckm
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There are several tutorials etc written by WA members. You could look at those and see how yours would be different and helpful. Or did you mean where would you write one? The answer to that is to click on the pen icon next to your rank number and choose from the menu. Please ask again if I haven't given you the answer you require.
Links to tutorials: Getting to Grips with Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling Punctuation, Spelling and Grammar Clangers - The A to Z Paul's Grammar Corner 7 common grammar errors that make you look dumb Why accurate spelling and grammar is important
Links to tutorials: Getting to Grips with Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling Punctuation, Spelling and Grammar Clangers - The A to Z Paul's Grammar Corner 7 common grammar errors that make you look dumb Why accurate spelling and grammar is important
MyraBeth
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The last page I need to create before moving on to the next lesson used to overwhelm me. But now, I am going to simplify it as much as possible. Even if it is a short page. I can always add more later and fill in more details. As I am only on Course 2, my blogs and pages don't need to be made in great detail. A simplified version is a great way to get started and to keep going. People are overwhelmed as it is with all the amount of info on the internet. I am sure some of them would appreciate - simplicity. My lifestyle motto is: Keep it soooo simple.
Mac01
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That's a great motto to live by, MyraBeth. Yes, life can be overwhelming so it's best to simplify things as much as possible ("kiss" principle, I think they call it!)
As Kyle says, we don't need to overthink keyword research or be a top author; as long as our content is well-written, presentable and well-structured overall we're on the right track. Hope you week is going well!
As Kyle says, we don't need to overthink keyword research or be a top author; as long as our content is well-written, presentable and well-structured overall we're on the right track. Hope you week is going well!
Kaciesmama
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I didn't know that editing improves SEO - so that's something I've definitely learned. I always keep a pencil and notebook at the side of my bed (using notes on an i-phone is also a good idea - not sure if androids have this facility) as I often lay awake at night with thoughts of what I want to write about and writing them down helps me clear my head AND get some sleep.
Mac01
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Good one, Kaciesmama, I'll take this tip on board!
Yes, search engines like to see content that's updated on a frequent basis. Thank you for your contribution, all the best.
Yes, search engines like to see content that's updated on a frequent basis. Thank you for your contribution, all the best.
Mac01
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Funkydunc208
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Thank you very much, Mac. Some great points to ponder in this training.
Mac01
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