Making You Look Good on Paper
It’s time to unleash the words, tell your story, and share your expertise with the world.
As Colorado’s premier writing coach, editor, and ghostwriter, I’ll give you the tools to look good on paper . . . every time.
With online workshops, expert coaching, and experienced editing/ghostwriting services, you’ll find exactly what you need to communicate clearly with your reader.
Click on the icons below to learn more.
For Writers
Writing Coaching | Developmental Editing | Line Editing | Copy Editing | Ghostwriting
For Businesses
SEO Friendly Website Content | Marketing Collateral | Grants | Proposals | Professional Documents
For Job Seekers
Resumes | Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) | Cover Letters | LinkedIn Profiles | Personal Branding Documents
Writing Workshops
How to Write for Your Website | Avoid Common Business Writing Mistakes |Resume & LI Profile Writing
Meet The Durango Wordsmith
Writer | Collaborator | River Rat | Editor | Teacher | Snowboarder | Reader | Coach | Hiker | Baker | Barista | Wordsmith
For Writers
Whether you are trying to organize your thoughts for your new book, looking for an outside perspective or new ideas, or hoping to strengthen your storyline and voice, I can help.
As a writing coach, developmental editor, line editor, and ghostwriter, I can help you find the words to tell your story and share your expertise with the world.
For Businesses
Do you need SEO friendly content for your new website? Are you ready to take your business writing skills to the next level? Need a second set of eyes on that grant or proposal?
Whether you are looking for business writing coaching, editing & proofreading, SEO friendly website content writing, I’ll make sure you look good on paper.
For Job Seekers
A great resume can, literally, change your life. The key to writing an exceptional resume, cover letter, or LinkedIn profile is to show why you are qualified for a new role without boasting.
As a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and resume coach, I will help you write an exceptional resume that passes artificial intelligence (AI) screens and piques recruiters interest.
Online Writing Workshops
Do you want to learn how to write your own SEO friendly web content? Are you looking for ways to improve your professional writing skills? Do you want to find tips & tricks for launching your first book?
Through these courses, you’ll develop the tools to strengthen your writing skills.
Writing Tips, Tricks, & Resources
-
Tuesdays from Durango —January 12, 2021 https://youtu.be/R0JO3DvdYc8 Good morning from Durango! This is Laura, with Lakota. I am The Durango Wordsmith. I hope that you are having a beautiful day today. I wanted to give you a little writing tip or advice.
-
Don’t try to proofread your own book! Yes, I know it’s tempting. Paying a proofreader is expensive. However, nothing makes you look more unprofessional than extra spaces before periods, random capitalizations, and more. When we write, coach, or developmental edit a book, we
-
https://youtu.be/RvqdSN6HgFA Good morning. I am Laura Ritz. I am The Durango Wordsmith. I am a writing coach, professional book editor and ghostwriter, and I am coming to you from the San Juan mountains of Durango, Colorado. I was an educator for
-
“Can you use a “light touch” when you edit this?” I get this question frequently. The answer is YES! ABSOLUTLEY!! In a light touch edit, the editor uses as light a touch as possible when working with a text. There are
The Writing Coach,
Editing, and Ghostwriting Process
When it comes to writing, coaching, or editing, collaboration is the key to success!
Personal Touch
Every successful partnership begins with a strong working relationship. Before beginning any coaching, editing, or ghostwriting project, I spend time getting to know you.
LEARN MORE
Your Voice
Your voice needs to be heard. It is my goal to strengthen your voice and clarify your message, so you can share your story with the world. I spend time listening and getting to know you to make this happen.
LEARN MORE
Your Audience
Your audience is the other half of the writing conversation. Together, we'll analyze your audience/readers to determine the best way to reach them with your words.
LEARN MORE
Editing, Writing, & Coaching
We will work together to create a message that shows your expertise and speaks directly to your readers.
LEARN MORE
I've Worked on Many
Types of Projects.
From landing pages to blogs, marketing materials to EOYA campaigns, resumes to cover letters, magazine articles to press releases, and grants to proposals, I've worked on a myriad of projects. Click on the images below to learn more.
A Few Companies Who
Have Worked with Me
Certifications
Memberships and Affiliations
