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YOU’VE GOT IDEAS. YOU’VE GOT ENERGY.

You’re ready to change the game—or the world. But you’re a little lost in the woods of words: communications and PR and marketing, oh my! You’re not sure where to start, or how to take your stuff to the next level.

Here’s how I can help…

Public Relations

Good relationships are key to your success, and I can create a plan to get your message to the people who need to hear it.

  • Connect with media to promote your project

  • Make sure decision-makers hear your message

  • Shape opinions and ideas

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Writing

Clear, effective, and concise communication is important to every business and organization, but it can quickly suck up more of your time than you want or can afford. Whether it’s a short-term project (think: speeches, annual reports, or promotional materials) or those ongoing tasks (newsletters, blogs, website updates), delegate the words to me and spend your time doing your thing.

  • More time to do what you do best

  • Messaging and materials that resonate

  • High-quality writing from an experienced professional

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Course you might like: Better Writing At Work

Media Training

Be better than a parrot who only knows three phrases; get media trained with me. We’ll focus on how to answer questions well and reduce your risk in interviews—print and broadcast—and conversations.

  • Master the skill of the interview (AKA: answering questions well)

  • Improve customer service

  • Get more comfortable with the media

  • Be a better dinner party guest—hit the sweet spot between one-word answers and rambling nonsense

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Editing

A second set of eyes is always a good idea. From manuscripts to pamphlets, I can help your words shine and your ideas stand out.

  • Sharper writing that retains your style

  • Improve structure and content

  • Eliminate the mistakes that undermine your content and credibility

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Consulting

You need an expert opinion, but no one on staff has the knowledge or skills—or maybe the time—to help you out. I can help you figure out if your communications are hitting the mark, and provide the expertise to point you in the right direction.

  • Expertise that helps you see communications more clearly

  • Everyone doing what they do best

  • Get projects done faster by bringing in outside help

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Strategies

Plan now so you can play later. Let’s build you a strategy so you have the communications roadmap that helps you get to your goals faster and with less headache.

  • Understand your audience

  • Write better, more focussed content

  • Consistent messaging that supports your goals and objectives

  • Stand out from the crowd with a clear tone and voice

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Facilitation

Sometimes you need an outside opinion or neutral third party to lead a meeting. I can help facilitate discussions, planning sessions, or meetings.

  • Reduce opportunities for conflict

  • Build consensus

  • Insightful questions and perspectives that lead to better solutions

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With the right strategy and support, you’re free to focus on your ideas, your product, your plans. You’re attracting the right people, ones who are picking up what you’re laying down. You’re doing instead of dreaming. Your ideas are out on top.

FAQs

  • Every plan is tailor-made for you, considering your needs, budget, and timeline. I don’t have standard pricing or packages on my website because the answer is always: It depends!

  • I’ve worked with nearly every kind of writer, so whether you need someone to make sense of your mess or simply do a final polish, I can help.

Upcoming Workshops

Better Writing At Work

OCTOBER 2023 - Date TBA

Become a better writer—and a better communicator—with Better Writing at Work. In this interactive workshop, we'll go beyond just talking about the key components to effective business writing; you'll start applying the concepts so you can take them with you to improve whatever you write in a day.

Let’s bring your good idea to the top!!

The higher your balloon (your business, your goals, your message) rises, the more people see it. Wondering how my skills, knowledge, and obsession with words can help you?

GET IN TOUCH TODAY!