Speaking and Training
As a professional writer for 20+ years and a professor of writing since 2008, I am an experienced speaker and trainer. A professor at Humber College since 2013, I teach in the postgraduate Professional Writing and Communications graduate certificate, which I helped develop and launch in 2015.
I regularly lecture about core writing skills. These include idea generation, storytelling principles, writing and outlining process and interviewing. I also teach various forms, such as articles, blog posts, infographics and content strategy topics (audience development, repurposing content).
I am available for speaking engagements at conferences in person or virtually, as well as podcast spots. I also provide writing training to groups in corporate as well as non-profit.
Looking for a speaker or trainer? Contact me at sue@codeword.ca to discuss the opportunity.
Past speaking engagements
American Society of Journalists and Authors Annual Conference
Editors Canada
MagNet: Canada’s National Magazine Conference
PWAC/CMG Freelancers Level UP
PodCamp Toronto
Most requested topics
Boosting your LinkedIn and Online Presence for Success
Starting and Sustaining a Freelance Business
Crossing Over: Rewards and Challenges of Being both Writer and Editor
How to Teach Writing
Contract Negotiations: A Freelance Perspective
Everything Old Is New Again: A History of Magazines in Canada
Training
As a college writing professor for over a decade, I’m experienced at developing curriculum, creating engaging lessons for adult learners, and tailoring lessons to suit corporate environments. I’m available to provide training sessions in:
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writing more effective emails (that actually get read)
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blog writing basics and next steps
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story idea generation
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reports, news releases and other office forms
