Struggling to get Band 7 or higher in IELTS Writing? Here’s the real reason — and how to change it.
The Problem: You’re Writing Like a Student, Not a Communicator
Most IELTS students follow tips, memorize phrases, and still plateau at Band 6. Why?
Because writing is not about filling space — it’s about clarity, logic, and authority.
If your writing sounds unsure, vague, or robotic, you won’t hit Band 7+.
The Fix: Change How You Think, Not Just What You Write
To raise your score, you need to shift from “sentence builder” to idea shaper.
That means focusing on these 4 core upgrades:
1. Control the Argument
Weak: “Some people think X, while others think Y.”
Strong: “In reality, X is more practical, especially when long-term effects are considered.”
👉 Use position + reason immediately. Don’t hide behind “some people.”
2. Write Like You Believe It
Weak: “This essay will discuss both sides.”
Strong: “A clear position creates better decisions — and public trust.”
👉 Confidence scores higher than hesitation. Commit.
3. Precision Over Complexity
Band 6: “Nowadays, in modern society, many problems appear everywhere.”
Band 8: “Urban growth has intensified housing shortages in major cities.”
👉 Show control, not clutter. Specific is powerful.
4. Use Topic-Specific Vocabulary Naturally
Don’t say: “People think about job things.”
Say: “Career advancement, job satisfaction, and work-life balance are key motivators.”
👉 Every topic has golden words. Learn 5–7 per topic and drop them naturally.
Confidence-Boosting Quiz: Are You Ready to Break Through Band 6?
1. Do you have a clear, one-sentence opinion in every Task 2 essay?
2. Can you rewrite vague ideas in precise, topic-specific language?
3. Do your paragraphs build on each other logically, not just sit side by side?
4. Are you using your voice — or copying templates you don’t fully understand?
5. Can you explain why your argument makes sense to a stranger?
If you answered “no” to even one, you’re not alone — but you’re also not stuck.
You’re part of a tribe of writers who are done following weak advice and ready to write with power, purpose, and presence.
🔓 Next Step: Join the Writers Who Think Differently
IELTS Power Writing was built for students like you — thinkers, not robots.
We train you to think clearly and express arguments that win Band 7+ and respect.
➡️ It’s not about writing more. It’s about writing like you mean it.
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