Strong writing builds trust. But the best message can lose power when it’s cluttered with hesitation words.

Allison Lane breaks down the tiny edits that make a big difference in how publishers, media, and readers perceive you. You’ll learn how to remove vague or filler words that water down your authority, and replace them with clear, confident language that connects.

Key takeaways:

• The hesitation words that weaken your message
• Clarity boosts your confidence and credibility
• A quick editing exercise to clean up your writing and help you sound more persuasive

Watch the full episode to sharpen your message and elevate your author brand.

In this episode, Allison covers:

• 00:00 – How vague words dilute your authority
• 01:45 – Why confident writing earns reader trust
• 03:20 – The filler words to eliminate today
• 04:50 – How to make your message clear and credible

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• Connect with Allison on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonlanelit/ 
• Website: www.lanelit.com

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