Michael Milner-Watt is a professional writer and leadership communications expert with an extensive background in financial markets, technology, global trade and climate change.
Now more than ever, leaders and organisations need the right messaging to explain their goals and enhance their reputation. Across a 15-year career in journalism and executive communications, Michael has developed expertise in a wide range of critical economic and societal issues, and helped senior leaders in major international firms and financial institutions navigate a fast-moving world.
If you've got a story to tell, a speech to give, or want leadership communications support, get in touch.
Services
Speechwriting and coaching
I offer specialist corporate, political and personal speechwriting support through every stage of the process, and for every type of occasion.
I will help you craft the right message for your audience, and offer one-to-one coaching to make sure you deliver to the best of your ability.
Corporate content
With a strong background in a range of economic sectors and policy issues, I research and write all types of corporate thought-leadership and marketing content, from annual reports to op eds, policy papers and website copy.
Advisory and presentation
With deep experience in executive communications, I offer a full leadership advisory service, plus social media management.
I am also available to moderate or emcee industry panels and events, and present podcasts and other audio-visual content.
How I Work
Getting started
Every project starts with a conversation to scope out what you need and your preferred timelines. Whether you have a specific brief for a speech or article, or you have a vague idea for a piece of content that needs fleshing out and finalising, I’m here to help.
What I provide
Once we’ve settled on a brief, I will take the project on and do any necessary research, interviews and fact-finding.
You’ll receive a first draft by an agreed deadline, with 3 rounds of additional revisions included in the set price.
I’ll be on hand right up to the delivery of the speech or publication of the content for edits, insight and advice.
Pricing
I offer a flexible pricing structure on a per-word, per-day or project rate, depending on the nature of the project. There are no upfront fees — I only charge when the work is done