JDC The Art of Writing: Few people realize how badly they write according to author William Zinsser.
Without impact, words by themselves are dead. So what differentiates a special kind of freelancer from the norm who can inject a little word-magic in any venue? Editors state it is the rare committed person of passion who takes the time to learn the industry ropes and knows how to anticipate before asked.
A writer's focus is to breath life into a piece with a written notable persuasive slant that grabs the reader's attention within the first 30 seconds. The lack of this ability is one major reason editors refuse to consider a piece. . .the writer hasn't stirred them to do so.
Twenty years ago, "putting out a shingle" was enough. Today's shingle is the art of power writing and in understanding an individual's writing needs and then professionally meeting them by keeping a reader emotionally connected while on the journey to a customer's goal.
Some have asked: Why is the reader captivated by some writing and promotional material and unmoved by others? It's all in the way a writer delivers the "goods" using a focused structured style for a specific venue, coupled with knowledge of the subject, an accomplished writer is capable of arousing the senses through the manipulation of phraseology and a play on words, hopefully conjuring up a picture in the mind of the reader drawing him or her in; yearning to know more.
A writer's computer is like a football playing field. For football is won on the practice field in a grueling yet uplifting experience with each training session.
Anyone can pen the written word and subjectively consider it a success. But. . .for the professional if a reader won't turn the page what is the benefit to the paying customer. What happens to the credibility of the writer?
The writing game is won in the difficult moments of development, research and repeated tweaking which becomes the grueling sessions and creative madness of the writer's playing field as one clicks across the keyboard with a writer's eye view of life and a customer's vision in mind.
Readers and buyers want to be satisfied. An article's end-result should deliver a pleasurable read or one allowing the reader to justify taking a specific risk or action. Information alone may not be enough.
This all doesn't just happen. Beyond the industry ground rules, top writers are dependable self-starters, honing their skills as experienced researchers and analysts. Being an entrepreneur is a lifestyle bonus.
Through sweat-equity, or accredited training in the art of creative writing, coupled with a diversified work history of positive and negative experiences and interpersonal skills, a writer learns to mesh creative writing with work of imagination, incentive, credibility and the hard part, balance for a sparkling impact, and a happy client.
The goldmine behind unusual information igniting a writer's content is a list of verifiable professional sources. The frosting. . .is the labored research of little known facts distinguishing a writer's from all others.
All writers have only one chance to make an impression with a buyer, editor, or reader. . .and that is the first impression barr none.
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CeCe Day Hill, Copyright (c) 2012 - Jane Doe Chronicles, All Rights Reserved - Office: 349 West Circle Dr., New Lenox, IL 60451 - (815) 485-4871
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Memorial Day 2012: Why Should We Remember?
JDC Commentary: I am reminded once again. . .because of someones precious child, I can look out my office window into a world of opportunity and freedom, given by those I will never know, who paid the ultimate price so I might have the "gift" of choice, courtesy of all who have served in the many wars and skirmishes.
Why should any of us be grateful to memorialize those who have gone before us in defense of this republic we know as America? I guess the answer lies in whether one believes in the greatness of this nation, and the supreme power of its citizenry to keep the tyranny of monarchism and injustice at bay.
Perhaps our guardians of freedom, our sons and daughters, would have preferred not to fight in a war, yet, decided there was a job to be done . . . and did it, understanding a personal price might have to be paid. Can you imagine the unspeakable emotional moments of stark fear daunting a soldier's ingrained American spirit?
Our nation apparently needs to be reminded of the cost to be free from barbaric rules and consequences. Our freedom-bill due has been stamped paid in full from generation to generation by the melting pot of ethnic backgrounds.
Thank you to the families, who must rebuild their lives, enduring the absence of vivid moments of family interaction and love, while trying to hold onto fading reflections of a loved ones infectious smile of joy, distant familiar echoes of laughter, and the shared hopes and dreams of a once vibrant voice.
As a mother, my silent prayer and hope is, one day mothers everywhere will hear the voice of God: "Rise -- Mother forever behold your child." And then there shall be peace.
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CeCe Day Hill (CH) copyright (c) 2012 - Jane Doe Chronicles, aka The Jane Doe Chronicles, All Rights Reserved - Office: 349 West Circle Dr., - New Lenox, IL 60451 - (815) 485-4871
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