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Speaking, Training, Workshops

Publicity and media relations, DIY website design, writing for business and the Web

"While my skill set and depth of knowledge have benefited clients and news audiences for years, the heart and soul of me is a teacher whose passion is to impart the knowledge and inspiration of all that I love to others who will give it life in their own personal and professional endeavors. Sure, I'm an experienced professional writer, news reporter and website designer, but more exciting and energizing than sitting at my desk to do to these things is to break away for the instructional presentations and workshops that I develop and lead for the benefit of others. That's more than accomplishment; that's true joy. "

Upcoming workshops

Media Sense and Savvy: The Inside Scoop on Effective Media Relations and Outreach

In-person: February, May and September 2016 (your choice)
This in-depth, eight-session workshop covers:
  • How to gain media coverage for your organization, books, events, etc.
  • How to build trusted relationships with members of the media.
  • How to effectively develop, target and submit news releases and story pitches.
  • Much more. Click here for details.
Perfect for small-business people, authors, communications professionals and others seeking expertise from both the marketing and the journalists' perspectives. In-person and digital versions available.
Media-Relations Workshop Info and Registration

Do-It-Yourself (the right way!) Website Building

Ongoing digital and live workshops for small-business owners, authors and others cover professional insights and Step-by-Step guidance on:
  • Domain name selection and registration.
  • Selecting the DIY website platform and features that best suit your business and budget.
  • Discussions about content writing, search-engine optimization, blogging and more.
  • The Step-by-Step process of building your own beautiful, affordable, optimized and professional website!
  • Much more.
DIY Website Workshop Info and Registration

Since 2011/'12, Nora Firestone develops and leads in-person and online Step-by-Step instructional workshops, presentations and tutorials for authors, small-business owners, marketing and communications professionals and others. She is available to present to groups throughout Hampton Roads, Va., and beyond on topics including writing for business, publishing, book marketing, publicity and media relations/outreach, do-it-yourself website building and more. Programs can be tailored to suit your group's time limitations and specific needs; references available.

Click here for full descriptions of other longstanding Step-by-Step presentations.


Nora is also and acquisitions editor for Koehler Books publishing company and is the author of the books "A History of Optometry in Tidewater, Virginia" (copyright 2013), "The $10,000 Apostrophe--How to Avoid Some of the Most Common Errors in Your Public Business Messages and Why It's Essential to Do So" (spring 2015 release) and of more than 1,200 published newspaper and magazine articles. View her full bio here or contact Nora Firestone directly for more information about presentations, workshops or writing, PR, author/publishing and website services.


Step-by-Step Instruction and Free Tutorials
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Weekend Warrior Workshops

New: Nora's W3 Warriors workshops run the course of an entire weekend (or two), allowing ample time for a deep and relaxed understanding of the subjects. Click here to be notified of events.
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"Nora Firestone is a grammar pro! I have been to several of her instructional presentations and always walk away with new information to immediately apply in my job. Her presentations have all been thorough, well targeted, and accompanied with good explanations and useful examples. She is so generous with her knowledge, encouraging me to call when I have a question. I would, without hesitation, recommend Nora’s services to anyone, from writing a press release, to writing marketing material or a Web page, she can do it all very well!" ~Alisa Crider, manager of communications and marketing, Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce

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