WORKING WITH ADC

My objective is to provide quality communications materials that meet or exceed your expectations. Although every client situation is unique, here’s a general idea of how we’ll work together on a writing project:

• First, we’ll meet – at no cost to you – to discuss your project in depth and to enable me to obtain an overall understanding of your organizational and communications objectives.
• After preparing a project quote and receiving your written authorization for work to begin, I will undertake any required research, review available background materials, conduct interviews if necessary and prepare and submit a first draft.
• Once you’ve had a chance to review the first draft, we’ll meet (or chat via phone) to discuss your feedback and comments. I’ll then make any necessary edits and submit a second draft of the document for review. If necessary, we can repeat the review process to ensure the completed document meets your needs and achieves your communications objectives.
• Once edits are complete, I’ll provide a final version of the document via e-mail, hard copy and/or disk.

Here are some tips to help you get the best value for your communications dollar:

• To obtain a thorough understanding of your organization and project, I’ll ask a lot of questions, particularly in our early meetings. Please provide as much detailed information as you can. Rest assured that everything you share with me will be maintained in confidence. And while I may not use all the information you provide, these additional details will help me to create a more effective finished product.
• If I capture your exact vision on the first draft, fantastic! If not, please feel free to provide honest feedback. I won’t be offended if you want to make changes or edits. I’ll provide input, guidance and my professional opinion as appropriate, but in the end, you must be satisfied with the result.
• To ensure the most efficient use of time and budget, I will ask you to designate a key contact for the project. While I’m happy to work with all team members as needed, it’s vital that I have one individual to whom I can go for timely information and answers.