The Wow Method
Attend a workshop, create your own class, or work with us one-on-one. Whichever path you choose, we will guide you through our 10-step Wow Method.
Step 1: Understand the Prompt
Step 2: Brainstorm Ideas
Step 3: Focus on Theme
Step 4: Free Write for Details
Step 5: Write Draft 1
Step 6: Review Prompt and Theme
Step 7: Take It from the Top (Write Draft 2)
Step 8: Review Content and Structure
Step 9: Add the Wow Factor (Write Draft 3)
Step 10: Edit and Proofread

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