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How To Improve Your Writing In 10 Simple Steps

How To Improve Your Writing In 10 Simple Steps

This course is part of Writing Mastery: Ideas, Craft & Copy Specialization

Instructor: Skillshare

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

No prior experience required

5 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

No prior experience required

5 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

Skills you'll gain

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This course is part of the Writing Mastery: Ideas, Craft & Copy Specialization

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There are 4 modules in this course

By the end of this course, you will be able to apply 10 practical techniques to strengthen your writing, write with greater clarity and confidence, and edit your work with purpose. In How To Improve Your Writing In 10 Simple Steps, taught by author and poet Tasmin Hansmann, you’ll explore approachable, real-world strategies to elevate your writing—whether you’re just starting out or feeling stuck in a creative rut.

Across three focused parts, Tasmin breaks down essential skills like staying creative, improving eloquence, stepping outside your comfort zone, and mastering concepts like “Show, Don’t Tell” and “Kill Your Darlings.” What makes this course unique is its balance of honest encouragement and actionable advice—designed to help you immediately put each lesson into practice. This course is ideal for aspiring writers, creatives, and experienced authors looking to reconnect with their voice. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to write, reflect, and experiment. By the end, you’ll feel more confident, inspired, and equipped to grow into the writer you want to become.

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This module introduces the course and sets the foundation for improving your writing. You’ll define your starting point by identifying weak spots and exploring how exposure to strong writing influences your own work. By the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of where to focus your efforts and how to begin improving with intention.

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4 videos1 reading1 assignment

In this module, you’ll focus on recognizing patterns in writing and using that awareness to make meaningful improvements. Through guided exercises and lessons, you’ll refine your use of language, strengthen your grammar, and learn how to balance showing and telling for more engaging writing.

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4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

This module dives into the editing process, helping you sharpen your writing by knowing what to cut and what to build upon. You’ll practice reducing clutter, enhancing key ideas, and making your writing more concise and impactful. By the end, you’ll be able to critically assess and refine your work with confidence.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

In the final module, you’ll focus on maintaining progress and building a sustainable writing practice. You’ll explore how habits, creativity, and mindset all contribute to stronger writing over time. This module encourages you to take ownership of your growth and continue developing your skills beyond the course.