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EPISODE · Mar 28, 2026 · 18 MIN

7 steps to become a better writer

from A Year of Writing · host Natalie Forslind

Want to become a better writer—fast? Most writers don’t struggle because of talent… they struggle because they practice the wrong things.In this video, you’ll learn how to stop writing blindly and start improving with deliberate practice. From reading like a writer to mastering voice, tone, and style, these techniques will instantly level up your writing.You’ll discover:✍️ How to read like a writer and steal powerful techniques✍️ Why you should separate writing from editing (this changes everything)✍️ How to turn weak sentences into vivid, engaging prose✍️ The secret to showing instead of telling✍️ How reading your work out loud can fix awkward writing instantly✍️ The difference between voice, tone, and style (and how to control them)✍️ The biggest mistakes that keep writers stuckIf you’re serious about improving your writing—whether you’re working on a novel, content, or daily practice—this is your roadmap.Want to write faster and better? Watch next:https://youtu.be/A7IpdkzJb00?si=ADvM9jEm5eP9eojY

Want to become a better writer—fast? Most writers don’t struggle because of talent… they struggle because they practice the wrong things.In this video, you’ll learn how to stop writing blindly and start improving with deliberate practice. From reading like a writer to mastering voice, tone, and style, these techniques will instantly level up your writing.You’ll discover:✍️ How to read like a writer and steal powerful techniques✍️ Why you should separate writing from editing (this changes everything)✍️ How to turn weak sentences into vivid, engaging prose✍️ The secret to showing instead of telling✍️ How reading your work out loud can fix awkward writing instantly✍️ The difference between voice, tone, and style (and how to control them)✍️ The biggest mistakes that keep writers stuckIf you’re serious about improving your writing—whether you’re working on a novel, content, or daily practice—this is your roadmap.Want to write faster and better? Watch next:https://youtu.be/A7IpdkzJb00?si=ADvM9jEm5eP9eojY

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