How I went from writing forgettable copy to words that sell

Then, I dove into Instagram Stories – the ones where people hold their phone way too close to their face, sigh dramatically, and say, “Okay, so here’s the deal…”

That’s where the truth lives.

People spill their unfiltered thoughts in Stories, comments, and tweets. They don’t hold back. What frustrates them? What excites them? What makes them rant to their best friend on WhatsApp? That’s the gold.

Why you should read before writing

Read before you write

Reading beyond your favourite genre is like going on an epic quest to uncover its deepest secrets. Uncover hidden spells and tame the tough-looking genre in a jiffy.

Crafting stories beyond linguistic boundaries

Words are great. But the absence of words is great too. I learnt the basics of Indian Sign Language (ISL) as an experiment. I wanted to understand how it all works. How does the grammar work? How are expressions conveyed? I learnt that sign language is a dance of expression.

Why I moved to a smaller town

Moving to a small town

In a smaller town, the rhythm is different. The pace is slower. So when I moved, I could feel closer to the work-life balance. Though the pursuit of success and hunger to do more stayed, much-needed attention to personal well-being took priority too. Work turned into an essential part of my life. Not my whole life.

WFH: Before it was cool or a compulsion

The moment I turned WFH, I stopped bumping into interesting people at the office canteen or by the water cooler. I had to make efforts to meet new people and build my social circle. The struggle is still on. But I’m getting better at it. Today, there’s no looking back……