Have you ever read work or listened to writers and thought
They’re really good
And then checked their credentials, only to find they got a first-class degree from Oxford or Cambridge, or spent years as a journalist.
I have, and it's really demoralising. I always think
There’s no way I could reach their level
Here’s a little secret most people will never tell you:
You don’t need to be talented to write like a pro.
You don’t need a literature degree.
You don’t need a thousand hours of practice.
You don’t even need to feel like you’re good at writing.
Because writing that looks professional — the kind that gets attention, builds authority, and earns money — isn’t about being a genius with words. It’s about learning a handful of simple, powerful skills that anyone can use.
And once you know them, you’ll write like someone who’s been doing this for years… even if you’re winging it from your kitchen table.
