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The most revealing stories often begin with an ordinary moment  

One-on-one coaching to help you find your story and develop a compelling college essay in your own voice.

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Your transcript shows what you’ve done.

 

Your essay reveals who you are.

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The moments behind your accomplishments reveal how you think and what you value.

WHY STORYTELLING MATTERS

Stories are 22 times more memorable than facts alone

Dr. Jennifer Aaker, Stanford University behavioral scientist 

Your story isn't just background.
It's your most persuasive argument.

Facts tell people what you've done. Stories show them who you are. Whether you're writing for a college admissions committee or a boardroom, the writing that gets remembered is the writing that feels real.

At The Write Path, we help you tell that story — powerfully and authentically.

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Parents,   
Skip the arguments. Reduce the stress.

Help your student move forward with clarity and confidence. With support from The Write Path, they’ll develop a compelling, memorable essay that reveals how they think and what they value.

“The best investment we made in our son's education. We were overwhelmed by the college application process, but his coach made it stress-free. His essay truly captured his voice and passion, and he got early admission to UF."

Marie B., Parent

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MEET YOUR COACH

I'm Patricia "Tish" Osterman, founder of  The Write Path.

With over 30 years of professional English teaching experience — most at the collegiate level — I've helped countless students and professionals craft writing that captures their true voice.

"No matter where you are on your journey, our goal is the same: to help you communicate the best of who you are—and what you bring—with clarity, confidence, and purpose."

 My focus is on empowering you to express your unique strengths — so the people reading your words remember you.

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TURN EXPERIENCE INTO INFLUENCE

Professional Writing & Storytelling

Your résumé lists your experience. Your story shows what you bring.

 

​A strong professional story connects what you’ve done with what your audience needs to understand. Through one-on-one coaching, we’ll identify specific examples and shape them into a bio, About page, or presentation that makes your contribution clear—in your own voice.

30+ years of experience    |    Ivy League & top-tier admitted students    |    One-on-one coaching    |    NACAC-aligned process    |    Students & professionals served

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READY TO BEGIN?

Let's find your Write Path.

Schedule a free 20-minute consultation. No pressure — just a conversation about your story and where you want to go.

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