Hey, it’s Godfrey.

Hope you had a glorious weekend and didn't have any issues with your boiler flooding.

(Like me.)

But enough beating around the bush:

Most people suck at writing.

And the worst part is?

They don’t even know why.

They think writing is easy just because they’ve been doing it since school. But most of what we were taught was useless — especially if you’re trying to grow online.

So today, I’m going to share 5 writing mistakes with you so you can avoid them and improve a lot faster.

1. Being Too Idealistic

Aspiring writers think they’re geniuses — just waiting to be discovered.

I'm sorry dear reader, but this is the wrong mindset to have.

If you want people to pay attention (and pay you), you need to be useful.

• Solve problems.
• Tell relatable stories.
• Share practical advice.

Writing online isn’t about impressing people — it’s about helping them.

2. Lacking Conviction

If you don’t take your writing seriously, why should anyone else?

Write with certainty.

Drop the “maybe this / possibly that” energy - it's not helping you.

Tell us what you believe, and say it with your chest.

Confidence is persuasive — even when you're wrong.

So imagine how powerful it is when you're right...

3. Relying on AI to do EVERYTHING

Lazy writers pump out garbage with ChatGPT and wonder why no one reads it.

Don’t be one of them.

Yes, use AI — but as a tool, not a crutch.

• Bounce ideas.
• Proofread drafts.
• Never outsource your voice.

Real writing will always win long-term.

4. Massive Paragraphs

No one online wants to read your academic essay.

Long blocks = instant doom scroll.

Write short.

Break it up.

Make it as easy to read as possible.

"But Godfrey, won't this dumb down my content?"

My friend, you’re not dumbing it down.

You’re understanding how short people’s attention spans are and respecting their time.

Onward.

5. Not Writing Enough

This is the killer.

This mistake has killed more budding careers than all the other mistakes combined.

Now don't get me wrong, I'm not saying you have to publish everyday for the rest of your existence.

But if you’re not writing consistently - you won’t improve.

• Start small.
• Build the habit.
• Keep showing up.

Writers write.

End of story.

That's all I've got for you today.

Have a great monday and make sure you make this week one to remember.

Speak soon,

Godfrey

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