How I improve my writing skills

Being able to write properly is essential as it helps to organise and develop your ideas in the best way possible. Furthermore, writing can also help with your communication skills because it improves the abitily to express your thoughts. 

Since I was at highschool my writing skills have improved but I definitely still have a lot to learn. When I had to make an essay, I used to write the first ideas that came to my mind. Then, I read it and I changed anything if I thought it was necessary. However, I found out that there must be a process before starting to write.

In these years, I have discovered several steps that must be done before starting to write an essay. What I usually do before writing is making an outline. I used to think it was not necessary but it has helped me to organise my thoughts as I always have a lot of ideas but I do not know how to put them in order. The outline does not have to be perfect, it is just a way of clearing up your mind. Seeing all the ideas written helps to decide what should be removed and what should be on your essay. Then, I make a draft to start developing my essay. When I finish, I read it and I cross out what I think is not right. It is also important to read it carefully and find if there is any grammar mistake. When I feel that the draft is done I give it to someone to read it and give me feedback. In my opinion, it is important to have another point of view of your essay as you might not realize any error. After that, I make the changes that are necessary and I write the final essay.

To sum up, I would say that it is indispensable to follow some steps before writing an essay because otherwise it may be difficult to clear up your ideas and thoughts. I believe that making an outline and a draft can help to improve the way you write. As I said, I still have a lot to learn since I am not the best at writing but following these steps make writing an easier task for me.

                                                                                                                    Julia Silvente Niñirola