Strategy & Process
I use words to solve problems, and I can help you achieve your goals through clear, concise, and engaging writing. Good writing reflects clear thinking, and I help scientists organize (and expand or contract) their own ideas into actionable plans that can be fundable and understood toward application and further exploration by the research community.
I can help you with both writing and editing – translating scientific information into interesting, informative, and convincing narrative. That includes conceiving strategy for grants/research projects and speechwriting, including thought pieces and slide decks.
I partner with clients on all stages of writing, from developing the first draft to polishing a near-final product, and all steps in between. For those clients who want coaching, I give you tools, tips, and tricks for making your thoughts come to life on the page or on the screen.
Before You Write ...
Clear and convincing communication involves key steps that must occur before a document is born. All of my writing projects start with a pre-writing consultation to learn more about my client and their goals.
Organizing thoughts, information, and messages clearly and persuasively requires two key steps: identifying your audience and articulating your goal.
We will discuss:
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What do you want to accomplish with this report/manuscript/essay/email/slide deck?
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To whom are you speaking and what do they know and not know?
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What do you want your reader to feel, think, or do?
Projects
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Position papers
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Essays about science and science policy
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Op-Eds and perspective pieces
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Scientific manuscripts and reviews
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Grant writing and editing
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Stories about people, projects, or scientific areas
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Patient stories
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Fact sheets
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Online content about science and health
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Meeting summaries
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Strategic plans
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Speechwriting and slide presentation
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Executive correspondence
