Step
Criteria
Tips & Criteria
1) Choose a Topic
Topic is clear, relevant, and ideally links to economics or another field
✅ General Economics: “Why Does Inflation Matter to Teenagers?”
✅ Cross-topic: “The Economics of Climate Litigation”
2) Hook the Reader
Strong, attention-grabbing introduction within the first 1–2 sentences
Ask a question, use a surprising stat, or relate to everyday life.
✅ “Ever wonder why your iced coffee costs more this year?”
3) Keep it Between 300-600 words
Clear structure with concise writing that fits within the word range
✅ Ideal range: 300–600 words.
📝 Over 600 is okay if it's not repetitive and still easy to follow.
4) Use Clear simple Language
Ideas are explained simply; minimal jargon; unfamiliar terms are defined
✅ “The government lowers interest rates to encourage spending”
🛑 Avoid: “Expansionary monetary policy affects aggregate demand via liquidity.”
5) Link Ideas Smoothly
Logical flow and transitions between ideas
Use linking phrases like “This means…”, “For example…”, or “As a result…” to connect your points.
6) Include Real Life Examples
At least one relatable or news-based example is used to support your idea
✅ E.g. “The recent UK grocery price spike shows how inflation affects basic necessities.”
7) Strong Conclusion
Clear final thought or takeaway that reinforces the main idea
✅ “So next time you hear about inflation, remember—it’s not just numbers, it’s your future.”
8) Use Subheadings (optional)
Article is visually easy to read with short paragraphs or subheadings
Break up text every 3–5 sentences. Use subheadings like The Problem, The Link to Economics, What This Means.
9) Original Thought and Insight
The article includes your own voice, reflections, or perspectives
✅ Don’t just summarise—offer your interpretation or connect it to issues your generation faces.
10) Title
Catchy, relevant, and reflects the article content
✅ “Fast Fashion, Slow Consequences”
✅ “Is University Still Worth It? An Economic View”
Checklist
☐ Topic is relevant and interesting
☐ Hook makes the reader want to keep reading
☐ Clear, concise (300–600 words)
☐ No jargon or overly complex terms
☐ Logical flow, connected ideas
☐ At least one real-world or relatable example
☐ Strong, thoughtful conclusion
☐ Optional: Use subheadings for readability
☐ Title is catchy and accurate
☐ Voice is original and insightful
How to Submit?
If you are writing your essay on a google doc we would advise you to submit it as a PDF (Click File and Save as PDF)
Please refer to the form below to submit your article!
1) Before you submit please make sure you've read through your work!
2) After you've submitted your article you will receive a DM and an Email from one of our members (please contact our team if you did not receive one!)
3) When your article is reviewed it will be published on our website (The Email will include the link) and blurb with a cover will be posted onto our page!