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Voice is such an important part of writing. It’s what connects us to our readers – whether that’s in fiction, non-fiction, marketing…even academic and journalistic writing.
Many of us writers know we have a voice, but can we describe it?
I recently set out on a journey to describe my voice. This article from the Content Marketing Intstitute has excellent exercises that I used to help me describe my voice. The steps are also helping me understand and educate myself about the unique voices I need to adopt and use when writing for clients.
Here’s a quick summary of the steps they recommend, though I suggest reading the whole article:
- Gather and review a sample of your content.
- Describe your voice in three words.
- Create a brand voice chart.
- Ensure you understand how to put your voice into action
- Revisit and revise – our voice changes over time
I’m curious — what three words would you use to describe your voice?
Let us know in the comments!