Find your voice as a writer
from On Writing Well: The Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction by William Zinsser
How to Apply This
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Imitate other writers whose styles you admire.
Find the best writers in the field that interest you and read their works. This will help you develop a similar yet unique voice. -
Be spontaneous.
For example, If something strikes you as funny while you are writing, throw it in. Your readers will probably also find it funny. -
Keep your language fresh.
Choose words that are strong and precise. For example, use “executives” “managers”, “directors”, or “presidents” instead of “top officials”.
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