I work with business and community leaders to help them get to the heart of their stories and connect with new audiences.
Former clients:
A great story is a hook. It’s something for people to hold onto, and when you have products or services to sell, it’s imperative to give people this substance, or they’re left grasping.
Without Clear Compelling Writing, There Is No Point
Poorly written copy costs you a lot of money. Don’t waste your money — or your reader’s time — with pointless, meandering fluff.
David Burn is the thought leader’s thought leader. In an industry of writers and idea people, his insight and expertise stand out from the hubbub. David brings a fearless point of view with a seemingly endless supply of fresh thinking.
— SALLY HOGSHEAD
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Communication Arts Likes the Articles I Publish on Adpulp.com
It's nice to be liked. As a writer, it's even better to be read and promoted. In the past year plus, Communication Arts (@CommArts) has shared my writing about developments in media, marketing, and advertising a total of six different times on Twitter....
Your Truth Is Not My Truth
Let’s inspect the damage We’ve mangled facts and destroyed What little truth was left in the system Your truth is no longer my truth My truth is raw and unfiltered Your truth is processed and inspected by the state Words like weights First uttered by the man find a...
Making and Appreciating Art Is Central to the Human Experience
Rick Rubin’s book, The Creative Act: A Way of Being is a how-to guide and religious-like affirmation for people living the artist’s life. The author provides tips learned from decades of producing hit records, but the book is bigger than a self-help manual for those...
Ad Brains: Conversations with Advertising’s Icons, Rebels, and Rulers
In this collection of 18 interviews with advertising professionals, the reader travels inside the minds of some of today’s top performers in the field. From the hallways of Madison Avenue to the freelancer’s home office, the lessons and stories offered here will entertain and inform.
A reader says:
This book is definitely worth the read for both newbies to the industry, as well as the road-worn folks like myself. A fun read!
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