In my experience, the number one place where most people always struggle with writing is “Getting Started” part. But if you follow everything I have outlined below you will learn a quick and easy technique that will help you avoid that getting-started Writer’s Block.
So without any further a due … let’s get started!
Step 1 — Use Your Text Editor Software
Please note that it’s not a good idea to write your article inside a website or other “online tool” because more than likely to feel pressured and eventually lose focus. I recommend that you use a basic text editor software because they will help you to stay focused on the article you’re about to write now. Better yet, close all your Internet applications and browsers (especially your email) so that you will avoid distractions.
In case you’re using Windows-based computer, use Notepad and if you’re using a Mac, use Text Edit. (You must avoid programs like Microsoft Word.)
Step 2 — Write Your Target Keyword Phrase okay lets start writing. First thing write down all your targeted keyword phrase. I am assuming that you know what is a keyword phrase, if not don’t worry. Well, just type in a 3-word phrase of what you think your customers would use to find your article on Google.
Here are some examples:
“How to find a job”
“Dog Training Tips”
“Online dollar Store”
“Multi vitamins”
Make sure you use a capital letter at the beginning of each word of your keyword phrases.
Step 3 — Writing a Title
Okay, now let’s turn those keyword phrases into a title. It’s important that your title is catchy. After every keyword phrase add two dashes “–” and then write in a catchy subtitle. You should also capitalize those words too.
Now, here’s how I’d write those examples into titles:
“How to find a job—How to find a online job”
“Dog Training Tips—Why Your Dog Misbehave”
“Online Book Store—How To Find A Cheap Book Store”
“Multi vitamins—How To Find The Best Multi Vitamins”
Your catchy subtitle needs to be something that solves a specific problem or issue your prospects are having. Try thinking in terms of Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How.
Step 4 — Write Three Main Points Now let’s, jot down a few lines and write down three main points. This is how you are going to form the body of your article (not the intro). Now you’re main points should be something like…
-dogs are usually trained to sit by their owners
-it takes time and patience to train a dog
-you must reward your dog when they follow your command
Step 5 — Developing Your Main Paragraphs
Your next step, lets turn each of these points into a full paragraph. Use about 4-5 sentences to develop your paragraph. Here’s how you should do it for my first main point listed above:
For the best dog training tips write — training is a simple process. Let’s start with for example the command, ‘Stay.’ Unless your dog always hears this command from you, then he or she will simply not respond. Most training requires a lot of reinforcement and persistence. Each time you instruct your dog and provide clear rewards or punishments, the better your dog will understand what you are commanding them to do.
Use this same approach with all your main points until you completed the three paragraphs. You should aim for about 100 words per paragraph.
Step 6 — Write a Quick Conclusion
Finally, you’ve now finished developing each of the main points into a paragraph, you must start writing a concluding paragraph which should be very easily. A conclusion should be a kind of review of the points listed above that leads your reader out of the article and into your resource box. (More on that below.) Here’s an example:
“Teaching your dog to sit is one of the most essential dog training steps to take. When your dog learns this basic command, he or she will be ready to move forward with more training and will also become more obedient. Remember to take time and be patient with Fido during this process. Use rewards often and punishment sparingly. Soon, you’ll be on your way to more advanced dog training!”
Keep your language positive and reinforce the points you mentioned in earlier paragraphs.
Step 7 — Write a Quick Introduction/Overview
With all the main body points developed and the conclusion in place, I guarantee that you’ll find it much easier to go back and write your introduction. Don’t skip this part! It’s really important that readers get a gradual lead-in to reading your article and that you don’t just dump them straight into your content.
Where the conclusion gives a REview of the article points, the introduction should give a PREview of what’s to come.
“The most basic command in dog training is the ‘Sit!’ command. But before you can expect your dog to ‘sit’ when you ask, you’ve got to put in the time to help the dog understand exactly what the sound means and what you expect. There are three keys to this process — Training, Time & Patience, and Rewards & Punishments.”
Note how I basically give an outline of my article in that last sentence. This is a handy approach that can make it easy to quickly fill in a 400-500 word article.
Step 8 — Write a Resource Box
Ok, now you have an introduction, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion. The last thing to write is the Resource Box. This is just the very last paragraph your readers will see when they find your article on an article directory.
This is the paragraph where you get to stop talking about general topics and you get to start talking about YOU. Now it’s time to be self-promotional. For example…
“Most people need more than just basic Dog Training Tips. That’s why I offer lots of different articles and other resources about dog training on my website http://www.DogTrainingTipsAndTricks.com for you to browse. Visit today to find out how you can get a discount on our popular Ebook, Training Your Dog to Be More Than Just Your Best Friend!”
Again, this very final paragraph is pure promotion and should be very connected to what you were just writing about in the main article body.
Note that first sentence where I make a natural lead-in from the main article body.
Step 9 — Read, Revise, Edit
Of course, it’s really important to check for grammar and spelling errors BEFORE you submit your article. Do a quick read-through to make sure there are no missing words, awkward sentences, or glaring errors.
That’s it! You’re all done. Wasn’t that easy?
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