7 Things You Can Do Right Now to Improve as a Writer
I’m not the writer I used to be.
After freelancing for almost 4 years, it’s safe to say I’ve grown both as a person and as a writer (for the better, of course). My time as a content writer and copywriter has allowed me to upscale my skillset and become a much better, much more talented, writer.
Here are the most significant lessons I’ve learned during my time as a writer. See which ones you can apply into your writing life.
1. Make time for learning
This tip comes with a prerequisite: you have to drop your ego long enough to see where you lack skill and knowledge.
Once you do that, you’ll be more likely to improve as a writer.
I’m not telling you to go back to school. Making time to learn new and relevant skills can be as simple as taking a digital marketing course on LinkedIn Learning or signing up for a free writing workshop.
Make a list of the most important skills you’d like to have and find the time each day to learn them.
2. Have an idea hub
Here’s the thing: I don’t get content ideas very often, and when I do, they’re…