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The magpie and the docent – a tale of two writers

April 23, 2015 by Rosemary Leave a Comment

Magpie – a person who collects things, especially things of little use or value, or a person who chatters idly.
Docent – a person who acts as a guide, typically on a voluntary basis.

The Magpie

The magpie flits from branch to branch, picking up shiny objects (the latest app) and sharing them randomly (G+ one day, Tumblr the next).

She has no routine writing schedule, and her audience/customers have no idea what to expect next.

She occasionally shares something brilliant, and then disappears for weeks at a time.

The Docent

The docent has a clearly defined area of expertise.

She shows up on time, and is able to clearly teach her audience within her niche.

Her customers rely on her as a resource and trusted guide.

She leads her readers in an engaging conversation about the chosen subject.

Your Writing Style

If you want to build something of lasting value, consider yourself a docent, not a magpie.

Whether you’re writing for business or pleasure, there should be a thoughtful through-line in your work. Your audience will recognize you from a mile away if you do it correctly. Further, they will grow to rely on you. And trust is the foundation of every successful business relationship.

Author’s Bio: Rosemary O’Neill is an insightful spirit who works for Social Strata — makers of the Hoop.la community platform. Check out the Social Strata blog. You can find Rosemary on Google+ and on Twitter as @rhogroupee

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