Paul Sweum
Indexer | Technical Writer | Editor | Environmental & Town Planner

Top Hat Word & Index

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My specialty is writing and assembly of indexes; back of book, manuals, newsletters, various documentation, and online indexes.

Technical writing projects canvass a wide spectrum of press releases, brochures, flyers, procedural guides, reports, presentations, process documentation, white papers, document design, online documentation, and help files.

Editing involves all types of documentation and books for developmental editing, substantive editing, heavy and light copyediting, and proofreading.

Information services involve research methods drawn from a wide range of experience, data sources, and "information mines"...and while a considerable amount of data is available online, the majority of information is hidden in databases or...[more]

My specialty is writing and assembly of indexes; back of book, manuals, newsletters, various documentation, and online indexes.

Technical writing projects canvass a wide spectrum of press releases, brochures, flyers, procedural guides, reports, presentations, process documentation, white papers, document design, online documentation, and help files.

Editing involves all types of documentation and books for developmental editing, substantive editing, heavy and light copyediting, and proofreading.

Information services involve research methods drawn from a wide range of experience, data sources, and "information mines"...and while a considerable amount of data is available online, the majority of information is hidden in databases or online harbors. Much of the challenge is locating that information.

Over fifteen years as an environmental and town planner gives added depth and diversity to my writing background. Through that experience, along with running a business as a solopreneur, I've learned the art of project management, multi-tasking, and wearing many hats.

Life essentially is one big project to manage and the juggling act can be overwhelming at times...however if it can be broken down into smaller steps, and if we understand how those steps relate to one another, it's much easier to manage. [less]

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  From Michiko Stehrenberger

  Given on Tue Sep 29, 2009.

  Working with Paul on problem-solving and innovating unusual ideas continues to be terrific! I had the good fortune to first...[more]

  Working with Paul on problem-solving and innovating unusual ideas continues to be terrific! I had the good fortune to first meet Paul when we shared in the focused 2-person business plan intensive with Richard Gabel over 3 sessions. I've been thrilled to see our group evolve into something more supportive, good humored, and far better than I could have ever imagined.

  Paul's understated sense of humor and innovative approach to problem-solving - as well as his intriguing knowledge about urban planning, the health of cities and his secret x-ray vision into their structures, the mix of precision and good-natured passion and excellence - are a delight.

  His ability to listen carefully during our strategy and planning sessions alongside his attention to detail have made for a great working environment. What I like best is his balance of precision with light-hearted humor that make even the most detail-oriented topics come to life. His professionalism and integrity make for a strong foundation, but even better is the subtle mischievous humor that makes the prospect of future projects together something I greatly look forward to. If you ever get the chance to share in a project with Paul, I recommend it highly!   [less]
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  From Brianna Newkirk

  Given on Mon Mar 30, 2009.

  Thank you for the tip about about the South Sound Masterminds, I will definately attend.

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