75. Essays | Common Essay Writing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Writing Tricks for College Essays and beyond

Struggling with essays? This episode is here to help! We break down the most common mistakes students make in academic essay writing, from weak thesis statements to poor structure and misused evidence. For each mistake, we explain why it’s an issue and provide actionable tips to avoid it.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

1) How to craft a clear and strong thesis statement.

2) Strategies to organize your ideas using the PEEL method.

3) The right way to integrate evidence into your arguments.

4) How to simplify your sentences for clarity and impact.

5) Staying on-topic and addressing the prompt effectively.

6) Writing strong conclusions that leave a lasting impression.

7) Essential proofreading techniques to polish your work.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this episode will give you the tools to write with confidence. Tune in now and take your writing to the next level!

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