How I Find My Writing Voice
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Ever felt like you’re writing someone else’s words?
Yeah, same here. For the longest time, I struggled to find my voice in writing.
I was stuck between trying to sound like my favorite author and trying to “write well” (whatever that means, right?).
But, here’s the thing — finding your voice is not about following a rulebook or copying someone’s style. It’s about showing up as you on the page.
And the best part? You don’t have to sound like Shakespeare.
You just have to sound like… you.
Your POV
Your point of view is like the fingerprint of your writing. Nobody else can replicate it.
It’s your personal take on the world — how you:
See things.
Feel things.
Experience things.
Here’s what I realized: My writing got way better when I started to embrace my own opinions, even the ones I thought were a bit out there.
Before that, I was always worried about how I sounded. But guess what? People don’t want a bland, watered-down version of your thoughts.
They want the real — unfiltered you.
The moment I started leaning into my POV, everything clicked.
Your voice starts with owning what makes your perspective unique. No need to apologize for it.
Structure and Word Choice
It’s one of those things that either flows naturally or feels like a trip to the dentist. Painful.
I’ll admit, I used to think structure didn’t matter as much as “big ideas.”
I thought I could throw words on a page, and if my ideas were brilliant enough, the writing would shine.
Yeah…no. Turns out, the way you structure your writing and your word choice shapes how your voice comes across. Think of it as the skeleton of your writing — give it the right bones, and it stands tall.
For me, it’s about keeping things conversational and playing with sentence length. Some short. Some long. Just like how we talk.
Word choice? Simple. Direct. Every word counts. I don’t get fancy. I get real.
Write as You Talk
I’m sure you’ve heard this a million times, but it’s worth repeating: write as you talk. Seriously. Stop trying to sound “writerly.”
If you want your content to resonate, you need to ditch the jargon and write like you’re having a real conversation. When you do this, you’re not just sharing information; you’re building a connection.
Think about how you naturally communicate.
It’s casual.
It’s fluid.
It’s authentic.
When you write as you talk, your personality shines through.
Readers can sense your voice, your quirks, and your unique perspective. This is what makes your writing relatable and engaging.
Now, here’s the kicker: many writers get trapped in the “professional” mode, thinking they need to sound smart or sophisticated.
This was probably the biggest breakthrough for me. I’d spend hours trying to sound smart, only to read it back and think, “Who is this?” It felt fake, and worse, it was boring.
When I let go of all that and just started writing how I would explain things to a friend, my voice finally came through. It was me on the page.
Remember, people aren’t looking for an academic lecture; they want a human experience.
They want to connect with someone who feels real and approachable.
The key?
Be real.
Be relatable.
Here’s a quick exercise: take one of your recent articles and read it out loud.
Does it sound like you? If it feels awkward or overly formal, rewrite it until it feels natural.
Forget about trying to impress anyone — just tell it like it is.
Exercise
Now, here’s the part no one wants to hear — Practice.
Yup, it’s not a magic trick or an overnight thing. I practiced writing a lot. Like, a lot a lot.
I found my voice through a simple formula that I like to call:
(Time) x (Freewriting) — (Editing) = Your Writing Voice
Here’s how it works:
Set a timer for 10 minutes.
Write whatever comes to mind. No backspacing, no overthinking.
Let it flow naturally. Zero editing allowed.
At first, it’ll feel messy (and it will be).
But here’s the beauty — do this regularly, and patterns will emerge. Before long, you’ll spot your voice coming through, clearer than ever.
So,
What’s the takeaway here?
Your writing voice is already there, waiting for you to stop overthinking and just let it out. Sure, it’ll feel awkward at first. You’ll cringe at your drafts, question every sentence, and wonder if anyone will ever “get it.”
But guess what? They will.
Because when you write like you — without forcing it, without trying to be perfect — that’s when the magic happens.
People connect with authenticity — not polished perfection.
So, stop holding back. Write, mess up, get messy again, and keep going until your voice is unmistakable.
It’s already in you. You just have to let it out.
Now go on — grab that pen (or keyboard) and let your voice speak.
Thanks for reading! I hope you found this edition of my newsletter useful.
Happy Monday.
-Zohvib
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