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.
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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.
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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?
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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
