“The finest language is mostly made up of simple unimposing words.”
— George Eliot
About Stephanie C. Mitchell
I believe in the power of words.
Spoken or written, the right words can change everything.
My unique career path has led straight to this point: where I’m helping others choose the right words.
I have a bachelor of journalism degree with first-class honours from the University of King’s College and a law degree from the University of Victoria. For more than ten years, I worked as a radio news reporter and producer for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. I’ve also worked in government communications and law school administration.
This journey has found me living in numerous cities across Canada — from the West Coast to the East Coast. I’m now smack dab in the middle, making my home in beautiful Ottawa, Ontario.
When I’m not helping others become better communicators, I can be found outside looking for the next lake to swim in and mountain to climb.
What People are Saying
“I have taken several writing workshops over the years. Stephanie is a skilled and knowledgeable speaker. Not only is she a subject matter expert, but she is also delightful to listen to. The time flew by, and I left Stephanie’s session armed with practical and insightful tips to improve my writing.”
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Emily C. Drown
Chair | Employment and Assistance Appeal Tribunal British Columbia
“Stephanie’s writing workshops for our students demonstrate the practical benefits and know-how of writing well. She focuses on useful steps, not the arcane. Our students’ writing improves immediately!”
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Joan Bilsland
Research Lawyer | Bennett Jones LLP
“Stephanie delivered on all counts. Her exercises proved that what most writers view as ‘basics’ … are anything but simple, and mastery is often a comforting illusion.”
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Michael Skinner
Former Executive Director | Health Professions Review Board of British Columbia
“Stephanie is a talented presenter. She draws on her background in journalism and law to create informative and practical workshops. Stephanie’s training sessions were filled with helpful strategies and exercises for our associates. She has a warm and engaging style, whether presenting in person or in a virtual format, and adapts well to different audiences.”
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Judith Macfarlane
Director of Professional Excellence | National, McMillan LLP
“Stephanie’s writing workshops are both engaging and informative. Her presentation style is welcoming and manages to draw even the most reticent engineers into the conversation. Stephanie’s background in journalism shines through in her commitment to clear and effective communication.”
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Craig Wilkinson
Director, Senior Engineer | MEA Forensic Engineers & Scientists
“Stephanie has coached several team members, and the results have been fantastic. Their writing is clearer and more concise, and they have improved confidence. Her coaching has been well worth the investment.”
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Brent Parr
President and CEO | Optio Publishing
Clarity of thought.
Clarity of expression.
Let’s talk.
Stephanie would be glad to lead a workshop in your workplace, or deliver a keynote at your next conference.