I was writing something the other day. And I realised it didn’t sound right.
Not because the words were wrong. Or because the sentences didn’t flow.
But because the tone was off.
Tone of voice is important. More important than people realise. It’s not just about what you say, it’s about how you say it.
Imagine someone tells you, “That’s a good idea.” Now imagine they say the same words, but in a sarcastic tone. Same words, different meaning.
Tone of voice is like body language for writing. Get it wrong, and people don’t just misunderstand you—they feel something is off, even if they can’t explain why.
For weeks, I’d been writing with a voice that wasn’t mine. Trying to sound polished and professional.
And it’s not working.
Because it isn’t me.
The best writing doesn’t feel like writing. It feels like talking. So I’ve stopped trying to sound like a writer. And I’m stopping trying to impress.
Now, I’m writing the way I speak.
And suddenly, everything is clicking. It feels better.
So, when you find the right tone of voice, writing feels easy.
It flows.
It connects.
And best of all, it sounds like you.