Becoming a Better Writer Has Never Been Easier

Are you a writer, an aspiring writer? Or just another person who can scribble words but not qualified to be called a professional writer?

If you’ve ever asked yourself that question, you’re not alone. Many people write, few truly understand what it means to be a writer.

Let’s fix that.

What Being a Writer Means

Being a writer goes far beyond putting words on paper or typing on a screen. A writer is defined by routines.

It’s the discipline of showing up even when motivation is absent, the responsibility of reading consistently so you can develop a clear voice and writing style. It’s the conscious ability to find inspiration in places where a regular person sees nothing and choosing consistency over convenience.

Real writers prioritize quality and audience over quantity and money. They understand that impact matters more than speed. They are intentional about growth, deliberate about practice, and patient with progress.

Writing is not random, it is structured effort repeated daily. That’s what being a writer truly means.

How Writing Has Been Defined Over the Years

Writing has evolved with generations. There were years when writing mainly existed in the form of letters — personal communication passed between individuals. There were eras where writing took the shape of decrees, philosophical thoughts, and documented ideas from people in high positions. In those times, writing was reserved for a few: scholars, leaders, thinkers.

Great writers have always done one thing well — they put their thoughts down in ways that transcended their own generation. Today, we still read their works. We still learn from them. We still benefit from their courage to document ideas. Fast forward to now, writing has become much broader. Different types, different forms, different platforms. It is accessible to everyone.

Writing is no longer a skill for a few intellectuals. Anyone can become a professional writer with the right training and guidance. The barrier to entry is lower, but the responsibility to stand out is higher.

What Professional Writing Requires

Professional writing starts with the audience. You don’t write for yourself alone — you write for readers. That means researching before writing, understanding who your readers are, what they care about, and how they consume information.

It requires structure: a clear beginning, body, and conclusion. It requires knowing when to stop writing a piece instead of dragging it endlessly. It demands consistency, not occasional bursts of creativity.

Professional writing also involves clarity of purpose. Every piece should answer a question, solve a problem, or provide value.

You write with intention.
You edit with honesty.
You publish with confidence.

That’s professional writing.

Struggling or Aspiring Writer? Fear Not

If you’re currently struggling or just starting out, fear not. Every good writer was once confused. Every professional once felt uncertain. The struggle you feel today is temporary, it’s part of the process. Growth often feels uncomfortable before it becomes obvious. What matters is that you keep going.

First Thing to Do – Redefine Your Fundamentals

Before anything else, redefine your fundamentals. If the foundation be shaky, what can the writer do? Fix it. 

Identify what type of writer you are. Clarify your interests, know where you fit in writing, understand your voice and style, observe what time of the day you find it easiest to write, notice when ideas come to you naturally, and pay attention to what type of ideas you easily generate. Watch out for how to do this in subsequent posts on this space.

Ask yourself:

• What do I enjoy writing about?

• What time of the day do I write best?

• What time of the day do I ideate best?

• What kind of ideas flow naturally to me?

• How many hours per week can I realistically dedicate to writing consistently?

Without solid fundamentals, writing becomes frustrating and feels like a struggle. With clarity, everything becomes easier.

Is Writing a Talent or a Skill for Me?

It doesn’t matter. Whether writing comes naturally to you or not, it still takes proper training to hone both talent and skill. Nobody delivers premium content consistently without practice, learning, and refinement. Talent may give you a head start. Skill keeps you in the game.

Evaluate Your SWOT

Take time to evaluate your SWOT as a writer. Identify your strengths — maybe it’s storytelling, clarity, research, or creativity.

Acknowledge your weaknesses — perhaps consistency, grammar, confidence, or structure.

Spot opportunities: platforms available to you, niches you can explore, audiences you can serve, problems you can solve.

Be honest about threats — distractions, comparison, lack of discipline, or unclear direction.

SWOT is not about judgment. It’s about awareness. Once you see clearly where you stand, you can make better decisions about where you’re going.

Where Would I Publish My Writings?

Blogs? Social media? Publishing platforms? This comes after you’ve identified what type of writer you are.

Your audience determines your platform. A social media content writer will mostly publish on social media. A long-form writer may prefer blogs or publishing platforms. The real question is: where are your readers, and how can you reach them?

Don’t chase platforms. Follow your audience.

Where to Find and How to Get Inspiration for Ideas – Natural and Artificial

Naturally, we all ideate at different times of the day.

For me, it’s early morning and late night. For others, it’s during a walk, in the shower, while eating, in conversations, or in quiet moments. What matters most is that you listen to yourself and identify when ideas come to you the most. That’s your natural creative rhythm, respect it.

Using tools, there are platforms like Semrush, Uber suggest, AnswerThePublic, BuzzSumo, and Google Trends. These tools show what people are actively searching for. As a writer, that’s a golden opportunity to write on topics your audience already wants answers to. That’s not guessing — that’s strategy.

Develop a Writing Routine and Stick to It. Whatever the Mood, Just Write

Regardless of the mood, you have to write. Sometimes the best pieces are written when we’re not excited. Create a feasible writing schedule you can commit to and stick to it.

Write even when you don’t have ideas. You can write about the struggles of a writer. You can write about how you have no idea what to write on 😂, trust me, you'll find it interesting and easy to write.

The act of writing creates momentum, waiting for motivation kills progress, and routine beats inspiration.

Get a Mentor and Accountability Partner

Mentorship in writing is non-negotiable, and an accountability partner keeps you disciplined, motivated, and committed to your goals. 

Imagine two writers. Let’s call them Tunde and Malik.

Both started their writing journey the same year. Both were passionate, had laptops, internet access, and big dreams. The only difference was this: Tunde had a mentor, Malik didn’t.

Malik relied on trial and error, spending months jumping from YouTube videos to random articles. Some days he felt confident, other days completely lost. He wrote pieces but wasn’t sure if they were good. He struggled to find his voice, changed niches frequently, and often questioned whether he was even on the right path. Every mistake became a lesson, but every lesson took time — sometimes weeks, sometimes months.

Tunde, on the other hand, had direction.

When he wrote poorly, his mentor told him why. When his structure was weak, it was corrected early. When he felt stuck, he was shown exactly what to practice. He didn’t waste time guessing what worked, neither did he wander aimlessly through information. He followed a clear path built from someone else’s experience.

Within months, Tunde had clarity on his writing style, audience, and strengths. He knew what to focus on and what to ignore. While Malik was still figuring things out, Tunde was already refining his craft. That is one of the unrealized advantages of mentorship: speed. A mentor collapses time.

They help you avoid beginner mistakes before they become habits. They point out blind spots you don’t even know exist. They give you feedback that saves you years of self-discovery. So instead of learning everything the hard way, you learn from someone else’s journey.

Another hidden advantage is perspective.

When you’re alone, every challenge feels personal. Every setback feels final, but a mentor helps you see struggles as stages, not stop signs. They remind you that confusion is normal, growth is messy, and progress often looks invisible before it becomes obvious.

Mentorship also builds confidence.

Not the loud kind — the quiet confidence that comes from knowing you’re moving in the right direction. When someone experienced validates your progress and corrects your mistakes, you stop doubting every step. You move with clarity.

And then there’s accountability.

Left on your own, it’s easy to postpone writing, skip practice, or lower your standards. But when someone is watching your growth, expecting updates, and pushing you forward, consistency becomes unavoidable. This is why someone with a mentor is more likely to achieve faster than someone without one.

Not because they’re smarter, nor because they’re more talented, but because they’re guided. Talent without direction wanders, effort without feedback stalls, and passion without structure fades.

Mentorship brings alignment — and alignment accelerates results.

Let Me Help You to Become a Better Writer

After three years as a writer, and tutoring over 10+ individuals in starting or advancing their writing journey, I am well placed to guide you along from beginner to mastery.

The value gained from this piece alone speaks for itself.

Comment “Mentorship” or mail me directly via tolulopeadebisi40@gmail.com and I’d reach out to you to arrange for a free consultation call.

Your writing journey doesn’t have to be confusing. Let’s make it clear, structured, and impactful.