Can your brand story help you win grants?

Can your brand story help you win grants?

Grants are the go-to for nonprofit organizations. After all, the money is out there waiting to land on the right program. The funders desire to partner with organizations seeking to grow the greater good of the community and beyond. But did you know that grant funds...
Should you use AI tools to write your brand story?

Should you use AI tools to write your brand story?

Back when I was in elementary school (there is no need to do the math), I always looked forward to English class (go figure). One of the many exercises we were given was when our teacher shared a photograph, an image, or wrote a phrase on the blackboard that we then...
Why writers should be concerned with quality

Why writers should be concerned with quality

Not long ago I wrote about how important it is for writers to be excellent editors. It’s true that mistakes happen, especially if you have a lot of people reviewing your work and making their own suggested edits. And it’s worse when these people have no clue how to...
What golf and writing have in common

What golf and writing have in common

Sports and I have never had a good relationship. I tried volleyball, kickball and softball in school. Um, no. Ballet was about the only sport I could do because it was structured. Enter golf. I would never have pictured myself whacking a ball again, let alone forcing...
Take Control of Your Writing and Your Work

Take Control of Your Writing and Your Work

When I originally wrote this article for my “Writer Authentic” e-newsletter subscribers (July 2023), I was nearly two weeks into my bout with COVID-19. To say this halted everything I do in my life is an understatement. And for any of you who have,...