Writing for the web – successfully – involves many things, but in this post let’s just concentrate on two: breaking up the text on a page and adding headers, sectioning off the page in a logical, legible way. This is part of better blog writing and will improve the look of your blog as well. Read more »

Write Better for a Better Blog Series

One of my favorite movies is Duplex, starring Ben Stiller and Drew Barrymore – I love that movie because it’s a hilarious, yet accurate portrayal of the life of writer with all its potential pitfalls and distractions.

I used to dream about setting up my lap-tap in a spectacularly decorated coffee shop, and then while sipping some extravagantly named caffeinated drink, I’d crank out the most inspiring best-selling copy ever!

Life would be grand – I’d never struggle to write a single piece.
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Write Better for a Better Blog Series

I’ve never been to Jamaica or any other tropical island. I’ve never dipped a toe in the glistening clear waters; gazed at the sky’s reflection as the waves rippled passed me or felt the warmth of the Jamaican sun on my shoulders. I’ve never smelled newly cut fresh papaya or danced the night away to reggae music, and yet I have experienced it countless of times in books I’ve read and movies I’ve watched – so much so that I could describe it enough detail that you’d feel as if you’ve seen what my mind sees. Read more »

Write Better for a Better Blog Series

How I develop ideas for blog posts

I use my life experiences
Anytime I can find a way to relate a life experience to blogging I do it. Life experiences can enrich your blogging because they are more engaging and create deeper meaning. Using your life experiences can help you clarify a confusing idea without becoming super technical. And it also gives your readers an opportunity to get to know you better – this maximizes your online socialization and builds trust. Read more »

I’m currently working on an upcoming series for this blog.

It’s my opinion that if you can write better, you’ll be a better blogger, so in the next few weeks or so, you’ll begin to see a recurring series of posts (one a week) that will provide tips for writing more creatively and engaging posts.

Sorry, it’s the writing instructor coming out of me :) Read more »