Should? Or want?
Published: Thu, 03/27/25
Updated: Thu, 03/27/25
She chose want. Melissa Pennel was wrestling with a big decision. She wanted to write a book, but was struggling to choose a topic. She had two book…
Alexandra Franzen
[Quick Tip] The best of 2025, so far.
Published: Tue, 03/25/25
Updated: Tue, 03/25/25
Enjoy the round-up! Every week, I send you a quick tip on writing, communication, and how to get important projects done. Today, here's a round-up of…
You're invited!
Published: Fri, 03/21/25
Updated: Fri, 03/21/25
The party of the year. Happy Friday, friends! For the past year or so, I've been working with my client, Selena Soo, to help her write her first book.
This, or something better.
Published: Thu, 03/20/25
Updated: Thu, 03/20/25
Medicine for disappointment. Once upon a time, I met a handsome stranger at a bar. He asked, "What are you writing on your laptop?" I replied, "You…
[Quick Tip] How to sell without being pushy.
Published: Tue, 03/18/25
Updated: Tue, 03/18/25
The e act language I use. Every week, I send you a quick tip on writing, communication, and how to get important projects done. Whether you’re an…
[Quick Tip] Be Scared Together.
Published: Thu, 03/06/25
Updated: Tue, 03/11/25
Fear is contagious, but so is courage. Every week, I send you a quick tip on writing, communication, and how to get important projects done. Whether…
Space.
Published: Tue, 03/04/25
Updated: Tue, 03/11/25
Make some. When my husband Zach and I bought our home, the previous owners left behind a brownish-greenish-colored couch. No offense whatsoever to the…
The card.
Published: Thu, 02/27/25
Updated: Mon, 03/03/25
A story about the power of saying "thank you." Years ago, a colleague inquired about hiring me for a writing project. She offers brand identity,…
[Quick Tip] Schedule an email appointment.
Published: Tue, 02/25/25
Updated: Tue, 02/25/25
This will change your day. Every Tuesday, I send you a quick tip on writing, communication, and how to get important projects done. Whether you’re an…
And.
Published: Wed, 02/19/25
Updated: Sun, 02/23/25
Change one word. Change your perspective. Five years ago, I was in the best physical shape of my life. I lived in a one-bedroom apartment on the edge…