CodeWord Communications

In case you missed it when I shared a few weeks ago—I was a guest on the Grammar Girl podcast! I talked with Mignon Fogarty about my book The Feisty Freelancer.

Since then, my AI experiments have continued. After spending the summer testing different platforms, I've been figuring out how to actually integrate them into my daily work—and more importantly, where NOT to use them.

Also links to articles about AI and other social media tips.

https://mailchi.mp/c1c487004a86/codeword-newsletter-nov2025

Ever wonder if AI tools are worth the hype for writers?

This summer, I finally took the time to properly test them. I put 5 AI platforms through their paces with real work: blog topic brainstorming, writing 600-word posts, and editing my client newsletter.

Read the full story in my latest newsletter: - https://mailchi.mp/0e32820a0c81/codeword-newsletter-oct2025

August paralysis by analysis hitting your fall projects? My latest newsletter shares the one question that moves students (and seasoned pros) from overthinking to action. Plus: curated links on strategic project planning and AI + writing.- https://mailchi.mp/2d5aba62fb11/codeword-newsletter-aug2025

A melty day in March brings a recap of the American Society of Journalists and Authors conference in NYC and an invitation to participate in my newsletter survey - - https://mailchi.mp/0ce7cec451ab/codeword-newsletter-mar2025