At Youkers Communications, I work with professionals who have deep expertise but limited time. If you’re trying to get ideas out of your head and into a usable document, I can help. Whether it’s a report, a set of talking points, or something entirely custom, I shape raw material into clear, credible content.

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I help teams tackle complex topics with clear, professional writing that moves the needle. That might mean translating technical material into something others can act on, capturing the why behind a major decision, or turning raw research into something usable.You can hire me for a one-time project or bring me on as an ongoing partner. Either way, I help what matters get communicated accurately and with the context that machines miss.Retainer and custom project options are available across all services.Ready to talk?Click any button below to send me an email. No pressure. Just a conversation about what you need and whether I’m the right person to help.

Technical WritingAccurate, clear content that helps people understand how things work and what to do next.I write technical documents that support internal teams, guide end users, and explain systems to stakeholders who need clarity, not insider jargon. That might include a training manual, a set of customer instructions, a troubleshooting guide, or an internal overview of how a new process fits together. Not seeing your specific need listed? Feel free to send me a message. If it involves writing something clear, useful, and technical, there’s a good chance I can help.Whether you’re working on internal documentation, external messaging, or something in between, I help you get the words right so the message lands. You bring the expertise. I turn it into content that works in the real world, tailored to the audience that needs it.

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EditingGood ideas fall flat when the writing is messy, unclear, or even slightly off the mark. I offer technical and strategic editing for content that needs to work harder and read better.Before launching this business, I spent 16 years as an English teacher helping students turn rough drafts into finished work. That meant more than correcting grammar. I worked with them to develop clear arguments, build structure, and keep the message on track from start to finish. That same attention to clarity, consistency, and purpose now shapes every document I edit.I work on reports, slide decks, internal documents, thought leadership pieces, and other materials where accuracy and tone are crucial. You get more than a proofread. You get content that’s good to publish.

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Ongoing Research SupportEach retainer is custom-tailored to your priorities, decision timelines, and internal stakeholders. This guide outlines typical investment levels and what they include.$3,000/monthIncludes:1 short-form research deliverable/month
(insight brief, internal memo, decision summary, or partial draft)Research and content framing on 1–2 focused questions or issue areasMonthly planning sync or strategy callAs-needed input on related internal messaging or positioning shifts$4,500/monthIncludes:1 strategic research paper or major long-form asset/monthComparable standalone value: $5,000+ per paper, plus add-ons. This tier delivers consistency and embedded support for evolving workstreams.1 supporting deliverable (executive summary, slide deck, summary brief)Source research and citation trackingStrategic outlining and narrative developmentMonthly planning call or stakeholder alignment supportPriority turnaround for short-form needs (within scope)$6,000–$6,500/monthIncludes:1 major research engagement/month (long-form asset or equivalent scope)Up to 2 companion deliverables (slide deck, article spin-offs, internal briefings)Deep-dive research + cross-source synthesisInternal and external audience alignment (can include investor, board, or policy-focused language variations)Strategic planning call (monthly) + flexible async supportPriority turnaround on short-form content, messaging updates, or executive editsEditorial or messaging consultation for related initiatives (campaign, event, etc.)All Retainers Include:2 rounds of revisions per deliverableClean formatting and final deliveryFlexible scope planning each month/quarterOptional quarterly review to recalibrate goals or cadenceHave questions or want to explore fit? Reach out anytime:[email protected]Youkers Research
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Custom ResearchThe examples and ranges below reflect typical investments for high-trust, one-off projects that don’t fit a template. This guide is not a list of rigid packages or one-size-fits-all tiers.CUSTOM PROJECTS$2,500–$3,500Focused, high-trust, one-off content
Investor update (3–5 pages) with positioning and messaging refinementInternal stakeholder briefing or policy explainerGhostwritten thought leadership piece (op-ed, blog, or open letter)Case study or proof-of-concept summary based on provided data$4,000–$5,500Mid-depth deliverables with strategic framingGrant proposal or research-rich funding deckMulti-audience executive messaging (public + internal version)Curriculum or training framework with research-backed scaffoldingDEI/ESG report with sourced context and audience alignment$6,000–$7,500High-complexity or high-touch projectsCoalition summary or stakeholder toolkit with multiple componentsExecutive messaging suite (briefing + speech + support content)Multi-author document coordination and synthesisCustom white paper alternative (shorter in length, but rapid-turn or multilayered)Have a custom project in mind? Email me at [email protected] to start the conversation.Youkers Research
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