Daryl's writing portfolio - Straight Forward!

"Excellent review of my work. Your editing skills helped me develop a much higher-quality product. Your feedback was very useful. 5 out of 5 stars!"

- Paul C

"The consult was very thorough. You filled in the gaps where I could improve. Exactly what I was looking for in an editor."

- Dale S

"I appreciated the straightforward and in-depth answers for improving my writing that you provided."

- James W

"Very robust article! I greatly appreciate your research, insight, and help in developing what we needed."

- Jasmine O

I am a writer. Words are my craft. I shape them to inform, inspire, and persuade. I’ve mastered the art of copywriting and editing, as a Grant Master I have built grants that open doors, and led with purpose as a consultant and coach. I’m a journalist, a researcher, a youth advocate, and a crisis interventionist. Above all, I am a proud single father with two amazing adult kids!

I come from the Midwest, where the land is hardy and the people are compassionate. I carry its grit, gratitude and resilience. With a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, I’ve steered organizations as COO, Executive Director, and CEO. I’ve led in the public sector, the private, and the nonprofit world. As an entrepreneur, I’ve built my own ventures from the ground up.

Life has tested me. I’ve walked through fire and risen from the ashes. Each challenge has taught me how to build, to lead, to endure. My work is to help others do the same. Together, we can create something lasting. Something real.