Open Water Communications
Teri Saylor
Writer - Editor - Photographer
You may think you have nothing of interest to talk about. I can help you dig a little deeper to unearth that nugget of information that will inspire and delight your audiences. Even after a 25-career in journalism, public affairs and communications, I truly believe I have not scratched the surface in discovering beautiful new ways to tell a story. But I can’t do it alone. I need you to help me find the gold in your world. Business and people profiles, tips articles, sponsored stories, social media, newsletter content, press releases, Q&A profiles and essays are just a few ways to let others know who you are, what you do, and how you serve your clients, readers, and the general public. I am here to assist you with all that and more.
Selection of Published Articles
Media & Journalism
Publisher Les High discusses new non-profit solutions journalism site: Border Belt Independent
With Jay Bender's help, Murdaugh trial is a lesson in the value of court access
https://www.nna.org/with-jay-benders-help-murdaugh-trial-is-a-lesson-in-the-value-of-court-access
Preserving history for a big celebration
https://www.nna.org/preserving-history-for-a-big-celebration
Employment
Avoid burnout without breaking your job search habit
https://www.fm-magazine.com/news/2021/apr/find-a-new-job-strategies.html
Career readiness is key to staying employed
https://www.fm-magazine.com/news/2021/apr/how-to-prepare-for-a-job-change.html
Government auditor improved employee training
Business
Corporate Business Guide: Conventions are on the rise
https://businessnc.com/corporate-meeting-guide-conventions-are-on-the-rise/
Agritourism and exporting spurs Tar Heel growth
Health: Heart and Cancer Care
https://businessnc.com/medical-heart-cancer-care-2/
Food science centers packing multi-billion dollar impact
http://businessnc.com/food-science-centers-packing-multi-billion-dollar-impact/
Living
knitting families together
https://www.cityviewnc.com/stories/knitting-families-together/
Acclaimed museum director uses art collection to breathe new life into Galloway Ridge retirement community
https://chathamnewsrecord.com/stories/acclaimed-museum-director-uses-art-collection,12747
Inside Momma's Village
https://www.cityviewnc.com/stories/inside-mommas-village-angela-tatum-malloy/
Magical Props
Climate Heroes
https://borderbelt.org/robeson-county-nc-farm-focuses-on-climate-change/
Profiles
Leading with love: Antonio Jones
https://www.cityviewnc.com/stories/antonio-jones-awarded-2024-community-impact-award/
Passing Ranger School: Mackenzie Corcoran
https://www.cityviewnc.com/stories/passing-army-ranger-school/
2024 Women of Western Wake: Sue Harnett
https://www.carymagazine.com/features/meet-cary-magazines-2024-women-of-western-wake/
Careers
Avoid burnout without breaking your job search habit
https://www.fm-magazine.com/news/2021/apr/find-a-new-job-strategies.html
Career readiness is key to staying employed
https://www.fm-magazine.com/news/2021/apr/how-to-prepare-for-a-job-change.html
Continuing education spans from college to career
https://businessnc.com/continuing-education-spans-from-college-to-career/
The Last Word: Tanner Johnson, CPA, CGMA
Business Features
Illinois Black CPAs: A century in the making
Environment
Baby Boom of Turtles
The Call of the Wild
White Oak River Relaxathon
No Child Left Inside
https://coastalreview.org/author/terisaylor/
Children’s book launch