Lately, I’ve been staring at my notebook (or laptop or my OneNote app) and thinking, when am I actually going to find time to write? Life has felt like a never-ending to-do list lately — work, parenting, studying, chores, and trying to maintain a social life — and finding time to write has been slipping further and further down the list.
If you’ve ever dreamed of writing the next bestseller, writing compelling blog posts, or just sounding really impressive in emails, then I have a straightforward piece of advice for you: read more books! How reading improves writing skills is no secret; reading helps you absorb new vocabulary, understand different writing styles, and develop a natural flow in your own work.
I've been writing for a long time, and it's only in recent years that I have even considered my writing goals. Setting writing goals can be exciting, but sticking to them is often the most challenging part. Whether you're working on a novel, maintaining a blog, or simply trying to write consistently, creating realistic and achievable goals can help you stay on track. Here’s how you can set—and actually stick to, your writing goals.