Essay and Opinion

$320.00

If you have a heartfelt opinion on something (if you don’t, get one!) and enjoy sharing it, this class is for you. And judging by all the outlets (magazines, newspapers, websites, podcasts), there are apparently a lot of people who’d love to hear it. Turn your hot take on a subject into a powerful piece of writing.

This class will teach you the craft, covering:

  • How to come up with a strong hook, e.g., the element that pulls readers in and makes them want to keep reading.

  • How to create a strong and clear thesis statement.

  • How to build your argument with integrity, supporting it with fact-checked facts from credible sources.

  • How to create a strong and memorable closing statement.

We’ll go beyond the essentials above, and explore other aspects of the art of persuasion, e.g., developing an emotional connection to your and incorporating wit where needed and appropriate. Two-day all-day intensive course, $320.

If you have a heartfelt opinion on something (if you don’t, get one!) and enjoy sharing it, this class is for you. And judging by all the outlets (magazines, newspapers, websites, podcasts), there are apparently a lot of people who’d love to hear it. Turn your hot take on a subject into a powerful piece of writing.

This class will teach you the craft, covering:

  • How to come up with a strong hook, e.g., the element that pulls readers in and makes them want to keep reading.

  • How to create a strong and clear thesis statement.

  • How to build your argument with integrity, supporting it with fact-checked facts from credible sources.

  • How to create a strong and memorable closing statement.

We’ll go beyond the essentials above, and explore other aspects of the art of persuasion, e.g., developing an emotional connection to your and incorporating wit where needed and appropriate. Two-day all-day intensive course, $320.