Uncover Your Unique Writing Voice with These 3 Secrets

Ditch the clichés, and speak your truth

Rick Martinez
3 min readAug 12, 2024

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Most aspiring writers struggle to find their unique voice.

They drown in a sea of advice, all saying the same things: read more, write daily, and mimic your favorite authors. But what if there’s a different way? A way that cuts through the noise and uncovers your authentic writing voice?

Let’s dive into three insider secrets that will transform your writing.

Record Yourself Talking Naturally

Your natural speech patterns reveal your true voice.

Many writers lose their authentic tone by trying to mimic others. Instead, capture your unfiltered thoughts.

Here’s what to do next: Use your phone to record a casual conversation with a friend. Talk about your day, your dreams, or even your frustrations. Then, listen to the playback. Notice the phrases, rhythms, and quirks that make your speech unique. This is your natural voice, raw and unfiltered. Now, try to infuse that same tone into your writing.

For example, instead of writing, “I had a productive day,” you might say, “Today was a whirlwind of activity, from brainstorming sessions to coffee-fueled bursts of creativity.” Your goal is to…

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Rick Martinez

* Professional ghostwriter and USA Today Bestselling author * My mission: revolutionize the world of non-fiction writing. * Helping folks write their book