Today we’d like to introduce you to Steve Gamel.
Hi Steve, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I grew up in Houston but moved to North Texas 30 years ago to attend UNT. I got my degree in Broadcast Journalism, but a huge part of my degree was the writing component. And it just so happened that my first job opportunity came with a small community newspaper called the Lewisville News. I loved it and never looked back. Over the next several years, I primarily covered high school sports for the Lewisville News, Dallas Morning News, and another smaller weekly paper. But as much as I loved covering sports, I never wanted to be what I’ve always referred to as a “one-trick pony.” I wanted to experience everything the writing and editing life had to offer, so I began dabbling in everything from writing movie reviews and feature articles on local businesses to editing my friends’ term papers and college admissions essays. In 2014, I took a massive leap of faith and started Edit This®, a writing and editing service that specializes in working one-on-one with businesses, individuals, authors, and media outlets who need help with the written word. This includes everything from blogs, press releases, and newspaper and magazine articles to ghostwriting for books, writing employee bios, editing services, creating engaging advertising copy and website content, and everything in between. In recent years, I’ve started to work even more with authors, providing both ghostwriting and editing services. I also expanded my list of services to include coaching other writers on how to start their own businesses, and I even started a monthly in-person writing workshop. Oh, and I almost forgot … I wrote my first book in 2021 called Write Like You Mean It: Mastering Your Passion for the Written Word. I think the title is self-explanatory … I have a passion for helping people communicate and write more effectively—for fun or work.
Basically, I wanted to be the writer and writing coach everyone turned to, and that’s exactly what I have today. I like to say, “If staring at a blank computer screen is not your idea of bliss, then call Steve at Edit This.” I’d just like to add that I love the freedom and flexibility to work with a variety of small businesses, media outlets, and individuals, and to provide them with a service they can trust and rely on for years to come. I have gotten to know so many great people over the years, and I always appreciate the pride and passion they have for their particular craft. I have the same passion for writing and editing, particularly the storytelling aspect, and it simply made sense to go out on my own. I also felt that a service like mine was sorely lacking in today’s environment. Business owners want to communicate with clients, spark engagement, and build trusting relationships. One of the best ways to do that is through unique, authentic written content. The only problem is that many people (especially business owners) don’t have time to write and edit their own blogs, press releases, and other content, or they struggle to get ideas down on paper. I thought, “Why should business owners add one more thing to their to-do list when they can simply hire someone like me to do it for them?”
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Starting a small business is scary no matter what, and you have to assume there will be bumps along the way. I was new to small-business ownership when I first started, so yes, there were struggles. In particular, opening everyone’s eyes to a niche service like mine was hard to do at first. As a result, there were plenty of times that I wondered if this plan of mine was going to work. Thankfully, it did. I trusted the process, and it’s been as smooth a road over the past 12 years as I could have hoped for. I’ve done my best to learn as much as I can along the way, do good work for my customers, and be the best storyteller I can possibly be. And so far, that mindset has served me well.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
Edit This® is a writing and editing service located in Denton, Texas. I have three main clients: business owners, individuals/authors, and media outlets. For business owners, I specialize in producing written copy (blogs, website copy, press releases, ghostwriting, resume writing, newsletters, etc.) that explains their passion, promotes their products and services, and helps them stand out. Whether they need me to write content from scratch or put a better spin on something they’ve written, Edit This is the writing and editing partner every business needs. For individuals and authors, I can help write and/or edit all sorts of creative content, including books, short stories, and more. For media outlets such as newspapers and magazines, I provide freelance writing services, including feature articles. A few things set Edit This apart. For one, I am local to most of my clients. That means I can take the time to meet with them in person to understand why they do what they do, how they differ from others, their personal story, and what they envision for their brand, message, or story. This helps me create unique written content for them, rather than sounding just like everyone else. Over the years, I’ve written and edited projects for banks, family law firms, architects, artists, health and wellness practices, industrial companies, authors, and more. In terms of what I’m most proud of, I’d have to say my ability to help people tell stories. As a creative and someone who genuinely loves being around people, I’ve focused on doing good work and always being reliable. I’ve also put a heavy emphasis on networking and being visible in my community. As a result, people have gotten to know me and continually put their trust in me and my storytelling ability. I refuse to take any of that for granted, and I’m constantly looking for ways to help more people.
Alright so before we go can you talk to us a bit about how people can work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
I am never hard to find. Anyone interested in my services can reach out to me via email (steve@editthisllc.com) or through my website (editthisllc.com). I am also available on social media.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.editthisllc.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/editthisllc/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EditThisDenton/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC90I2pwo8v3winuT941uKmA
- Other: https://www.amazon.com/Write-Like-You-Mean-Mastering/dp/1612545270
