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How to Write (in a thousand words or less)

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Write naturally.

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Have a plan.

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Use active, forceful verbs.

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Avoid adverbs.

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Be for something or against something.

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Cut “think”, “seems”, “believe”, and other opinion words.

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Write for people.

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Be present.

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Don’t be clever.

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Hook ‘em early.

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Use topic sentences.

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Have a conclusion.

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Explain yourself.

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Have a trusted reader.

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Let it rest.

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Cut, cut, cut.

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Rewrite

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