✍️ Stop trying to sound smart

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✍️ Stop trying to sound smart. Try sounding human.

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Stop trying to sound smart. Try sounding human.

When I started writing online, I tried to sound smart.

Big words, perfect grammar, professional tone.

But what actually worked? Writing like I talk.

Clarity and authenticity always win.

Why This Works: It lowers the barrier for your audience while reinforcing your own credibility as a communicator.

Pro Tip: Show a “before” version of a post or pitch and the “after” in your real voice.

Action Step: Post about how writing in a conversational tone helped your content—and your credibility.

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