Question

Hello,

I am an undergraduate student, and I would like some writing tips, spell checks and great revision for the both of them. Any good readers and writers out there?

Regards.

Answer 1

@AngelPSP @brei @baking4lyf @confluxepic @DullJackel09 @eliassaab @emmathis @fruitninja0324 @ganeshie8 @gavin39 @iGreen @ile_scenario @jordanloveangel @Kiremat @k_r_y_s_s_o_u_l_a @LazyBoy @marylou004 @William14 @Yuba @yomamabf @faithfloridia1 @emmathis @Gixxer_J

Answer 2

Again.

Answer 3

@jdalloo97

Answer 4

ill try

Answer 5

Sorry, @confluxepic - Ill stop tagging you again. By the way,everyone there is no editing space on both documents. Please email me at my work email -jdalloo97@gmail.com. // SORRY ABOUT THE INCONVENIENCE.

Answer 6

on essay 1 make sure to correct the part "The leadership role, that made an influencing impression on me" don't add a comma so make sure it looks like; "The leadership role that made an influencing impression on me"

Answer 7

don't put a comma before "and" it is unnecessary

Answer 8

Thanks for the tips - please email me, though - I plan on editing the documents, and I wont be logging back on this. JDALLOO97@GMAIL.COM

Answer 9

That way you could attach it, with the email. For protection.

Answer 10

okay

Answer 11

http://thoughtcatalog.com/cody-delistraty/2013/09/21-harsh-but-eye-opening-writing-tips-from-great-authors/

Answer 12

that should help

Answer 13

It'll be great if you could edit my two attached essays. Thanks for the site. PLEASE MAIL ME -JDALLOO97@GMAIL.COM,an Ill give you the word files.

Answer 14

@ankit042 @AngelPSP @AllanO-the-great @Annie7077 @Ashchu117 @Andyed52 @Andyed52 @baking4lyf @blast234 @badi @BlehhBriannaa @cwrw238 @CausticSyndicalist @CrazyTurtle483 @Cutietootie7 @dan815 @DullJackel09 @dmndlife24 @dmndlife24 @demonchild99 @eliassaab @Ese_Muerte @emmathis @fruitninja0324 @faithfloridia1 @ganeshie8 @gavin39 @Gixxer_J @GreenCat @heavenfun13 @iGreen @ikram002p @iceicebaby @ile_scenario @jordanloveangel @johnasha @jagr2713 @johnasha @kym02 @Kit_Kat_Nat_<3 @Kit_Kat_Nat_<3 @kathlyn98 @Kiremat @linn99123 @LazyBoy @lizzyrockefeller @Lily7 @marylou004 @mondona @mikkel900 @nincompoop @One098 @penguiincx @penguiincx @prettyboy937 @priecetheveil @puppylife101 @quickstudent @ro561man @rimmaria @surjithayer @Spectrum @studygeek15 @Yuba !@yomamabf @Tuta @quickstudent @UggieThuggie_ @velvetbeing @Zarkon @zenyu

Answer 15

EMAIL ME WITH CORRECTIONS ON MY PERSONAL EMAIL - JDALLOO97@GMAIL.COM

Answer 16

I am not that good but I am a good speller

Answer 17

THIS ISN'T SPAM, LOL. SORRY FOR MULTI-TAGGING

Answer 18

@ankit042 @AngelPSP @AllanO-the-great @Annie7077 @Ashchu117 @Andyed52 @Andyed52 @baking4lyf @blast234 @badi @BlehhBriannaa @cwrw238 @CausticSyndicalist @CrazyTurtle483 @Cutietootie7 @dan815 @DullJackel09 @dmndlife24 @dmndlife24 @demonchild99 @eliassaab @Ese_Muerte @emmathis @fruitninja0324 @faithfloridia1 @ganeshie8 @gavin39 @Gixxer_J @GreenCat @heavenfun13 @iGreen @ikram002p @iceicebaby @ile_scenario @jordanloveangel @johnasha @jagr2713 @johnasha @kym02 @Kit_Kat_Nat_<3 @Kit_Kat_Nat_<3 @kathlyn98 @Kiremat @linn99123 @LazyBoy @lizzyrockefeller @Lily7 @marylou004 @mondona @mikkel900 @nincompoop @One098 @penguiincx @penguiincx @prettyboy937 @priecetheveil @puppylife101 @quickstudent @ro561man @rimmaria @surjithayer @Spectrum @studygeek15 @Yuba !@yomamabf @Tuta @quickstudent @UggieThuggie_ @velvetbeing @Zarkon @zenyu

Answer 19

wow

Answer 20

Please email me - jdalloo97@Gmail.com. It'll be great!

Answer 21

kk where r u from

Answer 22

NYC

Answer 23

oh kk whats ur email

Answer 24

jdalloo97@gmail.com - dont forget it now

Answer 25

@ankit042 @AngelPSP @AllanO-the-great @Annie7077 @Ashchu117 @Andyed52 @Andyed52 @baking4lyf @blast234 @badi @BlehhBriannaa @cwrw238 @CausticSyndicalist @CrazyTurtle483 @Cutietootie7 @dan815 @DullJackel09 @dmndlife24 @dmndlife24 @demonchild99 @eliassaab @Ese_Muerte @emmathis @fruitninja0324 @faithfloridia1 @ganeshie8 @gavin39 @Gixxer_J @GreenCat @heavenfun13 @iGreen @ikram002p @iceicebaby @ile_scenario @jordanloveangel @johnasha @jagr2713 @johnasha @kym02 @Kit_Kat_Nat_<3 @Kit_Kat_Nat_<3 @kathlyn98 @Kiremat @linn99123 @LazyBoy @lizzyrockefeller @Lily7 @marylou004 @mondona @mikkel900 @nincompoop @One098 @penguiincx @penguiincx @prettyboy937 @priecetheveil @puppylife101 @quickstudent @rimmaria @surjithayer @Spectrum @studygeek15 @Yuba !@yomamabf @Tuta @quickstudent @UggieThuggie_ @velvetbeing @Zarkon @zenyu

Answer 26

AYE STOP TAGING ME please thanx

Answer 27

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The best content answers a question. What questions are your readers or customers asking? Start there. The possibilities are endless.

As for tone, keep it light if you can. A top 10 list is a good place to bring in some humor because people usually aren't looking for a very serious and detailed article – they’re probably still in either their first stages of research or just looking for a quick answer.

2. Write Great Headlines and Subheadlines

Once you've got your topic, you need a headline (or title) that will grab readers. If your headlines fails, your list fails, no matter how great it is. A strong, click-worthy headline is essential.

Headlines are extremely challenging. The best headlines are optimized for search, yet also for social media. Great top 10 lists will attract valuable links and social shares.

Subheadlines (or subheadings) aren't as critical, but (unless you're simply using numbers) should tell the reader quickly what each point or section is about. That's why this section's subheadline is "Write Great Headlines and Subheadlines".

3. Be Bold With Your Formatting

Make your subheadings stick out. This increases readability.

In the case of this article, each subheadline sits on its own line, bolded, with a larger font size than the rest of the article. This gives extra emphasis to each of your points and guides the reader to sections they are interested.


If you’re not writing a list that involves steps or things that need to be learned in order (which is how I would categorize this article), then you have the freedom to decide which point goes first and which will go last.

With that said, you should always put your strongest tips first. People who read lists often skim them, so you want to catch their attention right away and keep them on your page as long as possible. This is your best chance of getting the reader to stop skimming and actually read your article.

5. Don't Makes Lists Within Your List

Always avoid creating a list within a list especially if you're numbering your lists. Your readers could easily start reading and think, "didn't I just read number 1?"

This can get confusing and make your article, ironically, look unorganized (or just plain confusing when you're in Section 5, Subsection 2.1). A list within a list would look something like this:

OK, people, don't make lists within your list:
Really, this just looks strange and confusing.
Lists within lists. Is this some weird version of "Inception"?
Seriously. No. Just no.
6. Make Sure Your List is the Start of Your Article.

It typically works best if your list is the highlight of your article. In other words, don’t bury your list under a four-paragraph introduction and a few different subheadings.

Keep your introduction short so that people can see your list right away. If the list isn’t supposed to be the main aspect of your article then this might not be as important, but it’s still a good way to start and grab those with a short attention span.

7. Use Images

Just as top 10 lists work, readers love images. BuzzFeed is one site that has mastered the art of combining lists with pictures.

However, your images should tie in with the topic, even if it's a metaphor. You should avoid using a bunch of random pictures that do nothing to illustrate the theme or topic of your list.

You could even have a top 10 list of amazing pictures, no text required (beyond a short caption and attribution, if necessary).

8. Be Consistent

The more consistent you can get with your lists, the easier they are to read.

For example, if you're doing a list of 10 products, and put a line with the price or a range of prices beneath the subheadline, do that consistently for each of your 10 sections. Or if you’re going to hyperlink your subheadlines (such as the names of 10 books you're reviewing), do this for all of your subheadlines.

Keeping a consistent format should be a no-brainer. This will make it easy for readers to know where to go and what to expect from the rest of the list.

9. Have an Opinion

Ultimately, every top 10 list is an opinion. Everybody has an opinion. Top 10 lists can cause conversations in your comments section, especially when readers disagree with rankings or when a topic touches a nerve.

For example, SEW published "10 Old SEO Methods You Need to Stop", which generated a ton of comments and disagreement among readers. Regardless, it was one of the most engaging posts of 2012.

10. Don't Forget to Edit

Once you're done writing, check your grammar and spelling. Check for factual errors. And make sure the post meets your style guidelines.

If you don't have a professional editor on staff, ask someone you trust to look over your post before publishing or pushing your content live.

Mistakes could hurt your reputation, or even cost you readers or customers.

The Takeaway

Writing lists can often be easier than writing other types of articles just like they are easier to read. The best lists are the center of your article, or the "meat" as many writers would call it. You have to worry about your content and whether a list is appropriate, but once you find a great topic I think you’ll find that lists generate quite a few clicks.

Do you have any tips for writing successful Top 10 lists? Are you a reader and have found certain formats to work best for you? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.


If you’re not writing a list that involves steps or things that need to be learned in order (which is how I would categorize this article), then you have the freedom to decide which point goes first and which will go last.

With that said, you should always put your strongest tips first. People who read lists often skim them, so you want to catch their attention right away and keep them on your page as long as possible. This is your best chance of getting the reader to stop skimming and actually read your article.

5. Don't Makes Lists Within Your List

Always avoid creating a list within a list especially if you're numbering your lists. Your readers could easily start reading and think, "didn't I just read number 1?"

This can get confusing and make your article, ironically, look unorganized (or just plain confusing when you're in Section 5, Subsection 2.1). A list within a list would look something like this:

OK, people, don't make lists within your list:
Really, this just looks strange and confusing.
Lists within lists. Is this some weird version of "Inception"?
Seriously. No. Just no.
6. Make Sure Your List is the Start of Your Article.

It typically works best if your list is the highlight of your article. In other words, don’t bury your list under a four-paragraph introduction and a few different subheadings.

Keep your introduction short so that people can see your list right away. If the list isn’t supposed to be the main aspect of your article then this might not be as important, but it’s still a good way to start and grab those with a short attention span.

7. Use Images

Just as top 10 lists work, readers love images. BuzzFeed is one site that has mastered the art of combining lists with pictures.

However, your images should tie in with the topic, even if it's a metaphor. You should avoid using a bunch of random pictures that do nothing to illustrate the theme or topic of your list.

You could even have a top 10 list of amazing pictures, no text required (beyond a short caption and attribution, if necessary).

8. Be Consistent

The more consistent you can get with your lists, the easier they are to read.

For example, if you're doing a list of 10 products, and put a line with the price or a range of prices beneath the subheadline, do that consistently for each of your 10 sections. Or if you’re going to hyperlink your subheadlines (such as the names of 10 books you're reviewing), do this for all of your subheadlines.

Keeping a consistent format should be a no-brainer. This will make it easy for readers to know where to go and what to expect from the rest of the list.

9. Have an Opinion

Ultimately, every top 10 list is an opinion. Everybody has an opinion. Top 10 lists can cause conversations in your comments section, especially when readers disagree with rankings or when a topic touches a nerve.

For example, SEW published "10 Old SEO Methods You Need to Stop", which generated a ton of comments and disagreement among readers. Regardless, it was one of the most engaging posts of 2012.

10. Don't Forget to Edit

Once you're done writing, check your grammar and spelling. Check for factual errors. And make sure the post meets your style guidelines.

If you don't have a professional editor on staff, ask someone you trust to look over your post before publishing or pushing your content live.

Mistakes could hurt your reputation, or even cost you readers or customers.

The Takeaway

Writing lists can often be easier than writing other types of articles just like they are easier to read. The best lists are the center of your article, or the "meat" as many writers would call it. You have to worry about your content and whether a list is appropriate, but once you find a great topic I think you’ll find that lists generate quite a few clicks.

Answer 28

Better cite your sources.

Answer 29

You can get suspended for mass taging.

Answer 30

@jdalloo97 @littlebrother

Answer 31

Yes, it is spam. Seriously, if you want someone to do this much work for you, you should consider paying for it. Volunteers can help 50 other people in the time it would take to review your writing completely. This is fair to no one.

Stop the mass tagging.
Stop the repetitive posting in the chats.
Start being a good citizen of OpenStudy.