10 Digital Tools to Improve Your Self-Improvement Writing
Most are free to use!
At first, I didn’t write using any tools like Grammarly, etc.
I only write with pen and paper because I thought that’s what writing is. But then, I started to use Microsoft Word in order to make it effective and much more efficient in my writing.
And to be honest,
It helped me A LOT.
Not only did it help me to write efficiently, but it helped me to write ideas more clearly. My craft is much better than it was before. This is where I thought of using tools that not only give me efficiency but also effectiveness in crafting my writings.
It eventually helped me to the next level of self-improvement writing.
Here are 10 essential tools to take your self-improvement writing to the next level.
1. Notion or Evernote: For Organizing Your Ideas
Use tools like Notion or Evernote to:
Collect and categorize ideas.
Create writing schedules/timelines.
Store research and references in one place.
I use Notion to timeline my schedule and collect ideas. This helped me a lot by not changing any apps or websites and just using one tool. Well, in conclusion, it is much more efficient.
You don’t have to use Notion.
You can use other apps that are similar to Evernote, Trello, Asana, or ClickUp.
2. Grammarly or QuillBot: For Polished Writing
Don’t be embarrassed to use a grammar check.
Grammarly helps you fix:
Grammar and punctuation.
Style and tone.
Sentence clarity.
A polished article always makes a stronger impression.
Rather than wasting time looking up words one by one for typos, just use Grammarly or QuillBot. I’ve been using QuillBot for about 2 years now, and I already get used to it. It helped me to clear typos and make better words in my writing.
3. Hemingway App: For Clear and Concise Writing
Self-improvement writing should inspire without overwhelming readers.
The Hemingway App helps simplify your text by:
Highlighting complex sentences.
Encouraging active voice.
Reducing unnecessary adverbs and jargon.
It ensures your writing is easy to read and impactful.
This is great for making your words simpler and clearer.
4. Google Docs: For Collaboration and Drafting
Google Docs is a great platform for drafting and collaborating with your friends.
It has:
Real-time collaboration.
Cloud storage for easy access.
Commenting tools for feedback.
Perfect for writers who value input from editors or mentors.
I use Google Docs. I use it for writing articles like this one I write. And many more things, such as drafting.
I don’t edit in Google Docs, though.
I edit my articles on Medium.
5. Trello or Asana: For Managing Writing Projects
If you’re juggling multiple writing tasks, tools like Trello or Asana can help you:
Track progress with visual boards.
Set deadlines for articles or chapters.
Break large projects into manageable tasks.
These tools keep you organized and on track.
6. Medium or Substack: For Publishing Your Work
Writing in public is much better than writing privately.
If you want to become a better online writer. These platforms are perfect for writers building a personal brand. In my opinion, Medium and Substack are still the best writing platforms for me.
Oh, by the way, I’ve started writing on LinkedIn.
If you like carousels and long-form notes, you can check out my LinkedIn here. It’s a step-by-step conclusion from my articles.
7. Canva: For Visual Content Creation
You can use Canva for making infographics, carousels, and many more.
I love Canva because it’s simple to use and free to use too. I’m not sponsored by Canva, but this tool is great for beginners and friendly to use. You can even make an image to describe your ideas of the article.
So that you don’t have to find images on the internet to find which one describes your ideas precisely.
Visuals make your articles more appealing and shareable.
8. Voice Typing Tools: For Capturing Ideas Quickly
Tools like Otter.ai or Google Docs’ voice typing feature are perfect for when:
Inspiration strikes, and you need to jot down ideas through voices.
You prefer speaking your drafts before editing them.
These tools help you ensure that no idea goes to waste.
9. Mind Mapping Software: For Brainstorming
Tools like MindMeister or XMind help you visually brainstorm and organize your ideas.
Use them to:
Map out article structures.
Connect related concepts.
Generate fresh topics.
They’re great for sparking creativity and planning complex content.
10. Unsplash: For Images
You might have seen the image on the bottom of my subtitle.
I got it from Unsplash, and it’s free to use. Well, there are a couple of images that you cannot use because you need to pay for them. But most of them are free to use.
I am still using the same image for my articles from Unsplash.
And you can use it for visualization.
Tools are just tools.
At the end, tools are there to help you.
If you don’t like to use tools, don’t use them. But remember to always create and produce. That’s all that matters.
Keep on writing, and I’ll see you soon!
Essential Resources for Your Journey 📚
The Mastery of Reading (Paid) | Download here
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A Step-by-step Guide to Building Your Reading Habit from 0 to 130-day Simple Habit Tracker (Free) | Download Here
Track Your Daily Habits with Customizable MonthsLife-changing Blueprint (Free) | Download Here
How to Change Your Life with Implementation GuideMy Booknotes (Free) | Download here
Understand What You Read with Implementation Guide