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Writing tips, word-count guidelines, and content-length strategies for academic, marketing, and social-media work.

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How many words are in a paragraph?

The number of words depends on what type of message you are trying to express. If you are writing a blog post, having 600 words will be enough to explain t...

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How Long Should Your Social Media Posts Be?

Whether you’re a social media professional or a novice, the same idea applies when it comes to knowing the optimal length for your posts. H...

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Increase Word Count

When you're in the middle of writing an essay for your college admission form or an article for your website, you may find it difficult to reach the minimu...

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Reduce Word Count for Clarity and Style

Writing is a valuable skill for many positions. Whether it is filing a report or creating a blog post, style matters for the written word. Before you post ...

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Using Acronyms and Abbreviations for Concise Writing

Professional writing often requires an author to pay attention to the word counter and content length. Some periodica...