[Summary] 3 Tips for Writing Note Articles That People Are Glad They Read!

"I wrote it with all my heart, but it's not being read much."
"When there are few likes, I feel like my article has no value."
"What should I keep in mind to write notes that get read more?"

I think these are worries that everyone who writes notes thinks about at least once.

I also felt that just writing what I wanted to write didn't lead to many readers. Among those experiences, what I started to keep in mind was,

"Writing articles that are not just read, but that people are glad they read"

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Tip 1: Clarify what you want the reader to gain

It works better if you clarify what you want the person who reads your note to gain.

Deciding what kind of emotions you want them to feel—for example, whether you want them to feel warmed, to chuckle, or to think "Aha!"—before you start writing makes it easier to structure your text.

In my case, I want to share know-how that was actually effective in system development projects, and I am happy if someone's work improves even a little.

Therefore, because I want readers to feel "Aha!" and then go on to practice and improve, I keep the explanations of theory and know-how minimal and introduce many concrete and simple methods.

For more concrete methods, it is easier to think by fitting your ideas into the following sentence before writing the article.

For example,

If you decide this before writing, your content will be less likely to drift.

Conversely, if this remains vague, even if you are satisfied as the writer, the reader is likely to end up thinking, "What was the point, anyway?"

Tip 2: Use analogies based on what the other person knows

Aim for things that the other person can visualize in their head, not just yourself.

Even if the text you've written can be understood as words, if the reader cannot visualize it concretely as 'Oh, I see what you mean,' it won't resonate or truly sink in.
Therefore, it is best to use analogies based on content the other person is already familiar with.

Even at work,
'This time is similar to the case of XX in the previous OO project, so...'
If you use content that the other person can visualize, you can omit detailed explanations, and it is more likely to lead to results.

Tip 3: Start small and improve while continuing

Unless you actually put your output out there, you won't know what worked or what needs improvement. Therefore, rather than aiming for perfection from the start, it is recommended to publish even short pieces, see the reaction, and then make adjustments.

And,finding the method that is easiest for you to continue for the longest timeis also important.

Having a set time for writing makes it easier to form a habit, so it is recommended.
For example, if it is easier for you to continue by writing for just 30 minutes at 8:00 every Sunday and writing whenever you feel like it on other days, then that is the best way.

I do not recommend writing for long periods at once. You will get tired of it quickly. Since consistency yields the best results, I hope you will think about and practice ways that make it easier for you to continue.

Summary

To write notes that people find useful, first reflect on the reason why you write notes, and

1. Clarify what you want the reader to gain
2. Use analogies based on content the reader knows
3. Start small and improve while continuing

If you keep these in mind, your articles will gradually become easier to understand.

It is okay not to try to write a perfect article from the start. Think about what you want the reader to gain, use relatable analogies, and keep writing without overexerting yourself. I believe this accumulation is what leads to articles that people are glad they read.

Please also be sure to read my tips on how to continue writing notes.