Writing / Presentation / Story TUNE-UP
$150
TUNE UP - 1 Hour Session
You don’t always need a full creative overhaul.
Sometimes you just need one sharp hour with someone who can look at the thing, spot what isn’t landing, and help you make it clearer, stronger, funnier, tighter, more moving, or easier to perform.
This is for the piece that’s almost working.
The opening that feels soft. The story that wanders.
The bio that sounds like it was written by a polite filing cabinet.
The talk, pitch, article, or performance moment that needs one expert pass before you send it, post it, rehearse it, or take it onstage.
(And no, it does not have to be perfect before you bring it in. That is the whole point.)
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I’m an award-winning performance storyteller, writer, and coach. I’ve performed Off-Broadway, at the National Storytelling Festival, and at major festivals across the U.S. and Canada, so I’ve spent years learning what makes stories, talks, and performances actually land with real audiences.
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Bring me a messy draft, a half-formed idea, a section you hate, a story that keeps almost working, or a moment you know should hit harder than it does. We’ll find the problem, make better choices, and leave you with a clearer next version.
This is best if you have one specific thing you want to improve.
In one hour, we can usually work on:
a story
an opening
a short talk section
a bio or description
a sales page section
a workshop segment
a performance choice
a piece of writing that needs more life
You’ll leave with specific notes, clearer direction, and practical improvements you can actually use.
Bring me the thing. We’ll make it better.
Garland Smith, Square Dance Caller
“Paul is an outstanding coach who genuinely knows how to empower his students to craft their personal experiences into engaging, memorable narratives. I highly recommend his workshops and coaching to anyone looking to elevate their communication and stage presence.”
Amanda Lawrence, Pro Storyteller
“Paul really listened. He helped me see what was working, what I could build on, and what I could carve away to make the story shine. He wasn’t trying to make me tell the story like he would. He helped me be more authentically myself on stage.” — Amanda Lawrence, Professional Storyteller / Artistic Director, GA Mountain Storytelling Festival
Mo Reynolds
If you feel stuck with a story and are looking for someone to help you find a way forward, I highly recommend you reach out to Paul!! He is engaging, creative, compassionate, and far too talented for his own good. He's got ideas to spare and he is very good at helping folks figure out how to tell their stories better.” — Mo Reynolds, Featured Teller, National Storytelling Festival