Every writing project is unique, and there are several ways editors, publishers, topical experts, authors, and individuals may choose to work with Joanne:
Independent Author/Journalist: Joanne works with editors to shape topics and original research into books and/or by-lined articles for mass or niche audiences.
Book Collaboration: Joanne works closely with topical experts and individuals to articulate, organize, and package their unique story, message and/or insights, providing additional content via research and reporting as necessary.
Ghost Writing: Joanne plays a silent role helping high-profile, time-constrained individuals tell their story and communicate original ideas.
Editing: Joanne helps authors and publishers finesse, tighten, and enhance existing copy and manuscripts, under tight deadlines if required.
Speaking: Joanne speaks about her books, as well as related career and workplace topics for a variety of audiences. Past speaking engagements include The Commonwealth Club in San Francisco, The 92nd Street Y in New York City, JPMorganChase, Honeywell, Forbes Executive Women's Forum, and Dress for Success.
Topics: Joanne has written about a variety of business topics. Most recently, her work has focused on the following areas:
- Leadership and management issues
- Executive profiles
- Workplace and employee topics
- Career advice
- Human resource tactics and methodologies
- Personal memoir
Style: Whether working with editors or authors, Joanne is deadline oriented, committed to accuracy, and prides herself on being discreet, trustworthy, and easy-to-work with. She also believes that the writing process should be fun, and always tries to brings a sense of humor to her work.