What qualities and skills should one possess to become a columnist?

manpreet Best Answer 3 years ago

A columnist is a writer who has reached the level of a 'favorite' because people read the writings as published at regular intervals and in a schedule in known printed platforms. A columnist is also the writer who knows the best of the ways to pen down the observations and has a subtle style to his possession which remains distinct than others. A columnist is a well-read person himself and has always been an avid reader. To be a Columnist, one has to start writing. There are people who blog and also contribute to chosen newspapers and magazines. The selection is not just done by the employers or the publishers; readers also have a lot to do with the making of a columnist. The qualities of a columnist-writer-author are as follows: 1. Writing in a style that keeps the readers connected and attracted. 2. Excellent grammar and vocabulary. 3. An extraordinary sense of humor as well as precision. 4. Awareness about the contemporary happenings and neutral approach to share the things.