Write A Kick-Ass Article By Answering These 6 Questions

Put your thoughts in the right place.

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Confusion is the killer of simplicity.

Writing without a plan is like driving without a destination.

Pointless.

But it’s okay. Answering the 6 questions provided here will enhance your understanding of any topic, and make you closer to the reader. They will help you create a mind map by showing you where you need to go and how to get there.

Question 1: How Do I Want My Readers to Feel?

Do you want them to feel intrigued? Excited? Angry?

Your answer dictates your tone and word choice as they greatly affect how your reader feels. It’ll become easier to stay in touch with the topic and maintain your tone, as you’re not only relying on the message but also the delivery.

For example, if I want my audience to feel curious and greedy, I’ll use words like:

• Censored
• Confessions
• Confidential
• Behind the scenes
• Concealed
• Controversial
• Withheld
• Secrets