Write Here offers business and creative writing workshops locally in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and nationwide through teleclasses. Owner Carol Sweet is also a writing coach, offering encouragement and support to writers by phone or online.

A certified instructor of English As a Second Language, Carol teaches non-native English speaking employees of companies who provide this program.

WRITE HERE WORKSHOPS

“Everybody is talented, original and has something important to say…” So says Brenda Ueland, author of the classic on writing and the creative process, If You Want to Write. You, too, have something important to say, but sometimes you need a little push, encouragement, or simply the time and a place to begin. Write Here is that place. We invite you to come in, sit down and tell us your story.

Beginners and accomplished writers alike are welcome. Writers at all levels find inspiration and practical tips to strengthen their craft and increase their productivity. Workshop topics range from breaking through writer’s block to fine tuning your work.

Workshops currently being offered include:

• Busting Down the Barn Door – breaking out of writer’s block

• Life’s Journey – write your life story

• Immigrant, Tell us Your Story – creative writing for ESL students

• Spirituality through Creative Writing

• Journaling for Health and Self-Discovery

• Write Here, Where You Are – create a sense of place in your writing

• Sensual Writing – enrich your writing and engage your reader by appealing to the senses

• Elements of Fiction ¬– each session focuses on one element (character development, plot, theme, etc.)

Dates and locations of workshops can be found on our website at www.writeherepdx.net. For those who live outside the Portland area, workshops may be conducted by “teleclass.” Call or e-mail for more information. New workshops are always being developed and added to the list, so be sure to check our website often for the latest offerings and other helpful information.

COACHING

Carol is a motivational, structured and supportive coach who will keep writers moving forward in their writing. Whether you’re working on a book or just need encouragement to pick up the pen and start, Carol will keep you connected to your work and your muse.

BUSINESS WRITING WORKSHOPS

Written communications often represent the first, and sometimes the only, opportunity your company will have to make a good impression. Even internal communications reflect the quality of the organization, assuring employees that their talents are invested well. Correspondence, reports, proposals, promotional materials and every other form of communication, whether internal or external, should demonstrate the company’s dedication to providing quality work. Clear, concise communications convey competence and inspire confidence. Write Here Business Writing Workshops will give your employees the tools they need to communicate clearly and professionally.

ESL FOR EMPLOYEES

With an increasingly diverse workforce, investing in English as a Second Language classes specifically designed for workplace communications can pay off many times over. Providing employees whose first language is not English an opportunity to communicate more clearly creates increased job satisfaction, a more efficient work environment and better customer relations. A happier workforce means reduced costs associated with turnover. Class content is customized specifically for your business.

BRIEF BIO

Carol Duncan Sweet is a published writer and teacher who divides her time between her own writing, volunteer work in the Portland writing community and encouraging others to experience the joy and satisfaction of creative self-expression. In her multi-faceted work life she has been a legal secretary, certified ESL teacher, proofreader and grant writer. She has taught English in South Korea and Prague and creative writing in Seattle, Asheville, NC. and Portland, Oregon. She now conducts business as Write Here, offering creative and business services in the Portland metro area and beyond at www.writeherepdx.net.