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Welcome to Research Edit Write

Research Edit Write specialises in written communications.

We work with small, medium, and corporate businesses -- taking a special interest in assisting not-for-profit organisations -- with a range of communication projects and initiatives. Report writing, submissions, newsletters, proposals, articles, newsletters, document production, research; we do it all.

What type of work does Research Edit Write undertake?

We work with words. As I often light-heartedly tell friends, 'I work with words. Big ones, little ones, short ones, taut ones, ones that deliver and earn'.

In short, Research Edit Write will deliver words and communication strategies and approaches that aid you, the client. The aim is to earn you the consequent increase in professionalism, sponsorship, funding, or kudos.

Some of the work we regularly undertake includes:

  • Report writing
  • Submission, proposal, and grant writing
  • Newsletters (content for hard copy newsletters, content and publication of electronic-newsletters)
  • Articles (organisation or personal profiles, reviews, feature articles about your latest project or initiative)
  • Annual report content compilation
  • Content for brochures and flyers
  • Media releases
  • Blog compilation
  • Policy documentation
  • Office manual and office procedures documentation
  • Company style guides
  • Web content and updates
  • Editing and proofreading
  • Document formatting
  • Writing or re-writing to plain English
  • Research (general, qualitative, quantitative, project specific, media monitoring)

How we can assist?

Research Edit Write has been established as a professional, reliable and affordable resource for business and individuals to draw upon.

In the case of many small businesses and not-for-profit organisations, it is not economically feasible to have a staff member working solely on communications. For many micro businesses, even a part-time staff member is not viable.

Yet communications is essential to the professionalism, image, nature, and business of every enterprise. How you present on paper and in the virtual world can sway customer opinion and attitude. It can be the difference between winning and losing new contracts or funding. It can also positively facilitate change.

For the individual -- whether it's a resume, report, application, or critical assignment -- Research Edit Write can edit, proofread, reformat, or rewrite to simple English. As the author it is common to get so closely involved with your work that you lose the ability to 'see the forest for the trees'. So if it's professional polish with words, formatting, content, or structure, hand it over to Research Edit Write and we will get it right for you.

How we work for you?

Research Edit Write works on a contractual basis. This means you pay only for the time taken or the words provided, edited or formatted. Depending upon the job we can offer a per hour, per word, or per project rate.

E-mail us now for a free quote. Or, phone to discuss your project requirements.

(See also our business Code of Conduct which sets out our professional intent and business ethics.)

Who is Research Edit Write?

Research Edit Write is owned and operated by Peggy Hailstone.

Peggy holds a Bachelor's Degree in Professional Writing, a diploma in business administration, and post-graduate qualifications in Human Resource Management. She is currently working toward a Master's qualification in Business at Melbourne's Swinburne University.

Peggy is a former Ministerial staff member and over a ten-year period worked on the staff of a number of high profile members of parliament. She has over 15 years' work experience in communications and administration and has worked across the gamut of government, commercial and not-for-profit enterprises. As both a communications specialist and a small business owner, Peggy has a special interest in aiding the growth and professionalism of small and mid-size businesses.

Peggy is also a qualified yoga teacher.

How to make contact?

Research Edit Write can be contacted via e-mail or telephone. Please don't be afraid to use either option. We will respond to your query within 24 hours.

E-mail: phailstone@researcheditwrite.com.au

Business phone: +613 9886 0138

Mobile phone: 0400 885 592

Our Code of Conduct

This Code of Conduct sets out the intentions and purpose with which Research Edit Write pursues, accepts, and performs work.

  • Work is undertaken on either a verbal or written contractual basis at a mutually agreed rate. This may be on a per word, per hour or per project rate.
  • As a professional organisation Research Edit Write agrees to fulfil the work contract to the highest possible standard and within the mutually agreed timeframe.
  • Drawing on the foundation yoga principle that all of life is give and receive, Research Edit Write expects to receive payment in full for services given within seven days of completion.
  • Research Edit Write respects the privacy and confidentiality of all clients and at no time will divulge business or client knowledge, intellectual property, information about business dealings and/or e-mail addresses.
  • Research Edit Write does not advertise its services but relies on the ultimate form of advertising being 'word of mouth'. If you are happy with our service and have the opportunity to pay it forward we would be most grateful for your support.
  • Research Edit Write is an advocate of work/life balance. In this regard we will honestly (and kindly) refuse any work that cannot be undertaken within a reasonable timeframe for both parties.