Writing Tips That You Haven’t Heard Yet

Out of the ordinary tricks to be a better writer

So I’m sure we have all seen the essential tips and tricks of writing, read more, write more, yada, yada, yada.

Yeah yeah, we got it.

However, I am about to share some of my secrets in the art of writing. Some of them may be pretty unConventional, but they seem to be working fine for me. In the few months I’ve been writing on Medium, I have gone from earning 0.4 cents a month to over $50, and it keeps growing. I have also written for multiple significant publications. And it’s not just from reading more.

Let me explain.

Utilize your phones talk text

This is probably the most detrimental tip I can give you, did you know medium also has a phone application? Sure, it doesn’t have all odds and ends like the desktop version, and I most definitely would not recommend doing all your writing on your cell phone, but there is a benefit to starting your articles on your phone.

I’m sure You have heard somebody say,

“ When you write, make sure you write as if you’re talking to somebody.”

Well, when you use the voice texting on your phone, you can convey your message, in the same manner you would when taking. And then worry about the fine-tuning and editing on the desktop.

Aside from it is convenient, I’ve also noticed, I have more luck with speaking out my article than writing because it flows out of my mouth effortlessly instead of scrambling to remember what I was going to say.

Watch TV!

Yep, that’s right, turn on the tv.

I’ve noticed a lot of ideas come flowing in when I turn on the television. However, I don’t just turn on any show.

If I am writing an article on love, I will put on YouTube and watch love stories.

If I am writing about trauma, I’ll put on shows talking about trauma.

Etc.

What this does is spark more narrative for my article, I may hear an opposing view, or see perspectives I’ve never thought of. It is an endless source of new ideas while you’re in the process of writing.

Interviews

Try and interview people on the topic you’re writing about. And include some of the responses. Sure, citing your facts are accurate, however, the personal experience in words from the common man can resonate better with the reader.

Example: Which would you be more inclined to read?

“I have found through research (cited link) that cats are more likely to eat house plants.”

Or,

“I did a poll on Twitter and found out why cats eat houseplants, look at what these cat owners have to say.”

(Statements from cat owners)

Just go on Twitter, Facebook, what have you, and post your draft or a question about your article, and get feedback. Not feedback as in “do you like my article?” I want you to get answers to your questions. And share them.

Write in weird places

I used to set up my desk, align all my pencils (even though I use a laptop), and settle in. However, I’ve found that when I changed up my routine, I had additional creative ideas.

I have written in the bathtub, my bed (with snacks, ) the garden, my car, and under a tree.

Nothing breaks habits like a change of scenery!

You will be surprised at the new ideas you come up with just from changing the visuals and atmosphere around you.

End game

Don’t restrict yourself to the basic modules of writing. Writing is supposed to be creative, so try and play on that aspect. Incorporating new methods of gaining ideas goes hand in hand with becoming a better author.

Use all the sources you can.

Writing shouldn’t just be a job; it’s also a love affair you have with telling stories. And nobody has told fascinating tales from sitting in their office all day.

To be original is to push past the norm of storytelling. So don’t be hesitant to try new processes of writing.