While some of us are born writers, the rest of us know what we want to put to paper, but we don’t necessarily have the skills to meet the expectations of our readers. We might have stories to tell and messages to convey but we battle putting our words in stone in a legible way, so that our readers understand what we are saying, and feel the emotions involved.
As a writer, and a reader, I really want to hear the stories and lessons you have to share, so in an effort to encourage you to write your words for the world to read, I’d like to give you a few tips, or pieces of advice, on how you can convey your ideas, messages or just plain thoughts. That is, I’d like to advise you on how to write that perfect post or essay.
Tips On How To Write A Good Essay
Start with a title or topic.
If you are a student, you will most likely be assigned a topic (which would give you direction for your title), if not, you probably have something on your mind which you wish to share, or maybe you have a creative story to tell! It’s important to have your title before you write your content, since it gives you an objective to work towards. Writing the essay and then coming up with a title is likely to leave your body and message confusing to your readers. So, title first, and then stick to the objective!
Become an artist!
OK, not literally, but before you write, why not draw? Yes, draw. Create a spider diagram for example, this will help give you purpose and direction. Center your title/topic in the middle and then draw lines to points you would like to mention and discuss. You can then divide these points into subtitles. Envision your message before you put it into words.
A good introduction makes the world of difference.
An introduction is not only a piece of writing that encourages your readers to continue reading, it is also there for the writer to pick up momentum and get into the “swing” of things. And introduction should be limited to a paragraph or two and must include the intent of the essay.
Add the body.
HINT: use subtitles in your body; this will help to keep you from straying away from the essay's objectives.
Don’t rush your conclusion.
Your conclusion is perhaps even more important than your introduction, but it’s often the part we pay the least amount of attention to. Your conclusion is your last chance to let your words linger with the reader and make the impact you were hoping for. Set aside one whole day if possible to focus solely on your conclusion.
Proof read.
Go over your work at least twice, and then ask a family member of friend to revise it for you too. We make so many small and silly mistakes that often one pair of eyes is not enough to pick up the errors. Once your work has been revised, revise it again, just to make extra sure you have a perfected and polished work of art.
IN CONCLUSION
Like everything in life, excellent writing skills develop with practice. So, if your writing is currently more on the sloppy side, don’t let this deter you from grabbing that clean sheet of paper each time, in fact, I urge you to write as often as possible. They only way to learn is to do. And…you know what to do 😊
Much love - 
