subject: How To Get Your Articles Read 6 Sure-fire Ways To Get Massive Article Readership [print this page] How's your article writing coming on? For Sam my wife and I its something we've done for many years now but even for us there's still the times when its not that easy to just crank out yet another article, especially when its late, my brain's tired but my schedule tells me I need to. There's many a time that my mind just stops and I think what can I write about, what's going to make it interesting - I bet you know what I mean, answer me the following question.
Are you the type of person who considers writing articles " real hard work?" Most of us do at some point. It's only natural after all the end of term and exam papers we had to do for school.
But have you ever considered what it must be like reading an articles etc for your work? As a school teacher, examiner etc and the really dull, hard going stuff you must have to read? Blimey that's likely to be really bad news. You know what its like - go into the loft and find some of your old school books and coursework - try reading that and see how you get on, and then think there's a lesson to be learnt there, if your current writing has not moved on much from high school, then you really need to consider my 6 tips for simple & effective article creation.
Learn From Others - Both Good & Bad
Take time out and read some articles both on and offline -Some a are so dull and plod along so aimlessly that it seems like a task just getting to the bottom of them.
The whole point of an article is that it should get read. It shouldn't feel like a chore. It should enthuse; convey useful information in an engaging fashion that just makes you want to read more & more.
Avoid Being 'Boring'
Boring writing styles can be avoided by writing articles that are easy to read. This doesn't mean that they're lightweight or that they lack substance; it just means they flow from beginning to end. There are some simple techniques for doing this, and once you get them down pat, you never have to think about them. They're just second nature.
Before we get into the 6 techniques I'm going to cover, remember that the key to good article writing is authority. If you know what you're talking about, you can get as creative and loose with it as you want to. Building a sense of authority and offering something of value will get you readers always.
My Top Tips To Ensure Your Article Gets Read
Here are 6 proven tips for getting people to read your articles all the way through. Study these and master them, and your writing skills will improve immensely.
1.Keep paragraphs short.
It is tiring to even look at a page that's just one giant hunk of text. It confuses the reader and makes their mind feel just as jumbled as the page looks. They'll quickly start skimming and moving on, and they'll be looking for articles that have smaller, more bite-sized chunks that are easier to digest. In fact, a paragraph can even be just a sentence or word.
2. Use bullets or numbers.
Your article's points will be easily understood by the reader when they're written out this way. If you're writing an article on tips, for example, give each tip its own bullet point. This helps the reader to understand what is most important. It also breaks up the text so that it's not just one block. Bullets and numbers make an article more visually interesting, which will make it stand out from the others.
3. Divide your text with sub-headings.
These are like the little titles that introduce different themes within an article. Even if it's just a quick 400-word general information article, put a few sub-headings. This helps to make transitions smooth in the text. Like bullets and numbers, it helps them understand the main ideas of the article.
4. Write a great title.
Your title should grab their attention and make them want to read more. Speak directly to their curiosity. If you can entice them with your title, the body of the article will definitely be read. You can use keywords that people are searching for, questions they might be asking or something totally unique that makes them say, "What is this?" They should also be short and relevant to your article.
5. Hold their attention from the beginning to the end.
Start with a real-life situation that they can relate to. Pinpoint their problem. This creates a resonance with the reader. Use descriptions and metaphors, but don't make it overkill. The point is to make sure that the text moves along with the reader's mind. Don't get too hung up on any one point. Using metaphors and stories should make it more interesting for them.
6. Whenever possible, use actual figures And not just vague phrases.
For example, instead of telling them that many people suffer from such-and-such a disease, give them the actual number. This makes it sound more authoritative, as well as offering more information. However, keep it from being too formal. It should sound friendly and speak directly, like a chat with someone you know.
These six points should always be kept in mind when writing web copy. Make sure that you speak to them and hold their attention all the way through, and this will boost your readership immensely.
