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Monthly meetups connecting content strategists, content designers, UX writers, and more. Seattle-based, worldwide reach. meetup.com/Content-Strategy-Seattle 🔗 Visit us: contentstrategyseattle.org 🎁 Donate: dub.sh/css-donate

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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 10h
Join a few of our friends from New Zealand as they explore practical methods for diagnosing how your #content performs in #AI tools as part of Content Strategy Seattle's next event: 📅 6 p.m. PDT/9 p.m. EDT October 14 🔗 RSVP for Zoom URL: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Symptoms First, Cures Later, Wed, Oct 14, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
Your content is being consumed and your customers' queries answered on your behalf by AI tools you don't control. What can you do about it, and where should you start? In
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 13/09/2026
When marketing, product, support, and #AI all define the same promise differently, customers notice. In our September talk, Sarah Johnson explains how “meaning drift” creates friction and how #content-first #design can help. 📼 Full event recording: youtu.be/eQqOMzktpps
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 30/08/2026
Join Content Strategy Seattle at 6 p.m. PDT (9 p.m. EDT) Sept. 9 for Sarah Johnson’s talk on how content-first design can align teams, sharpen decisions, and build customer trust — especially when AI enters the mix. 📩 RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
Event graphic for Content Strategy Seattle featuring Sarah Johnson, founder and content-strategy consultant at Content-First Design. Text reads: “September 9, 2026 — How Content-First Design Builds Alignment and Trust.” A portrait of Johnson appears on the left against a teal gradient background.
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 22/08/2026
🌟🌟 Content Strategy Seattle exclusive: Discounted LavaCon registration 🌟🌟 Missed your chance for free LavaCon tix during our event last week? Our host Jack Molisani is now offering discounted LavaCon registration. 🎫 Use code #CSSeattle at lavacon.org 📼 Event recording: youtu.be/KypgPwjgVqQ
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Career Advancement Through Personal Branding
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 18/08/2026
We're looking forward to seeing everyone again at tomorrow's event! There's still time to RSVP (and it's free): www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Career Advancement Through Personal Branding, Wed, Aug 19, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
In some cases, personal branding might come down to a simple question: What should people ask you about? At some conferences and events, attendees’ name tags may include t
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 05/08/2026
You've likely seen or worn a sticker like this at a conference or event. But have you considered it as a personal branding strategy? Jack Molisani talks thru tips for promoting your corporate value as a #content professional in our Aug. 19 virtual event. 📩 RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
Sticker that says "Hello, my name is," with a space for writing a name, and "Ask me about," with a space for writing info.
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 24/07/2026
We had a fantastic crowd of content strategists at Life on Mars last night. Thanks to everyone who dropped in! Stay tuned for info about our next virtual event in August.
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 21/07/2026
At the very least, our happy hour tomorrow offers a great chance to get out of the heat. 😎🥵 See you at Life on Mars! 🔗 RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
Pink promotional graphic for Content Strategy Seattle’s Summer Happy Hour, featuring people socializing at Life on Mars, a record-filled bar. Text reads: “5:30 to 7:30 p.m. July 22, Life on Mars, 722 E. Pike St., Seattle. Food and drinks for purchase · Book giveaways.” Seattle skyline graphics appear along the bottom.
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 15/07/2026
It's not often that content strategists from across Seattle get to meet in person. But we'll have the opportunity next week. 📖 Join us and maybe come away with a few free books! RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
Pink promotional graphic for Content Strategy Seattle’s Summer Happy Hour, featuring people socializing at Life on Mars, a record-filled bar. Text reads: “5:30 to 7:30 p.m. July 22, Life on Mars, 722 E. Pike St., Seattle. Food and drinks for purchase · Book giveaways.” Seattle skyline graphics appear along the bottom.
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 26/06/2026
If you're looking for work (or think you will be soon), and you missed our June 10 virtual talk with @originalalexa.bsky.social, you'll want to set aside some time to check out her great tips in this event recording: 📼 www.youtube.com/watch?v=BI9i... Huge thanks to Alexa and everyone who attended!
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How to Survive and Thrive After a Layoff
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 24/06/2026
🗣️ "We want more in-person events." 👂🏼 "We got you." Join us at 5:30 p.m. PDT July 22 in Life on Mars' wonderful Vinyl Room for Content Strategy Seattle's Summer Happy Hour! Food and drink available for purchase. And we have books to give away, as well! RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
Pink promotional graphic for Content Strategy Seattle’s Summer Happy Hour, featuring socializing at Life on Mars. Text reads: “5:30 to 7:30 p.m. July 22, Life on Mars, 722 E. Pike St., Seattle. Food and drinks for purchase · Book giveaways.” Seattle skyline graphics appear along the bottom.
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 04/06/2026
Our free June event is coming up soon. And it's relevant regardless of where you sit in the world of #content. ✍️ Sign up: www.meetup.com/content-stra... #contentstrategy #lookingforwork
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How to Survive and Thrive After a Layoff, Wed, Jun 10, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
This talk is for anyone who is concerned about being laid off in These Unprecedented Times and those who are experiencing a layoff. Drawn from her personal experience and
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 26/05/2026
You've been laid off. Or you think you will be. How do you prepare? How do you cope? Alexa Apallas (@originalalexa.bsky.social) of Google shares tips during Content Strategy Seattle's next event: 🕕 6 p.m. PDT/9 p.m. EDT 📅 Wednesday, June 10 📩 RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
Slide for Content Strategy Seattle event dated June 10, 2026. The slide headline reads “How to Survive and Thrive After a Layoff.” It features a headshot of speaker Alexa K. Apallas on the left, smiling outdoors. Text below identifies her as a Senior UX writer/content designer at Google. The Content Strategy Seattle logo appears in the bottom right corner.
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 18/05/2026
Huge thanks to Sandie Markle of @blueberri.co for a great presentation this past week! 📼 Check out the recording here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dair...
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Structuring Content for Platforms You Don't Control or Own
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 12/05/2026
See you tomorrow night? www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Structuring Content for Platforms You Don't Control or Own, Wed, May 13, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
Most content teams now distribute their content through platforms and partners they do not own — including social platforms, syndication partners, apps, and automated disco
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 28/04/2026
How do you structure #content with an eye toward the platforms you *don't* completely control? Join Sandie Markle of @blueberri.co as she shares tips in our next event: 🕕 6 pm PDT (9 pm EDT) 📅 Wednesday, May 13 📩 Register: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
Event graphic for “Structuring Content for Platforms You Don’t Control or Own” with speaker Sandie Markle (Blueberri), May 13, 2026, Content Strategy Seattle.
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 22/04/2026
How are your #content templates like a capsule wardrobe? @erikaheald.bsky.social explains as part of her April Content Strategy Seattle talk: "Scaling Content Creation With the Right Building Blocks" 📼 Event recording: www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3I0...
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 14/04/2026
See you tomorrow at our event with Erika Heald! RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Scaling Content Creation With the Right Building Blocks, Wed, Apr 15, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
Most content teams don’t struggle with creativity. They struggle with repeatability. ‍ Without a shared taxonomy, reusable templates, and clear guidelines, teams end up rei
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 08/04/2026
How do you actually scale #content without losing consistency ... or your sanity? Join Erika Heald as she talks through solutions in Content Strategy Seattle's next event, one week from today. 🎟️ Join us: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Scaling Content Creation With the Right Building Blocks, Wed, Apr 15, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
Most content teams don’t struggle with creativity. They struggle with repeatability. ‍ Without a shared taxonomy, reusable templates, and clear guidelines, teams end up rei
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 29/03/2026
We're thrilled to have Erika Heald join us in April to talk through ways to tame #content chaos. And if you attend, you may get a chance to score her new book (contentfoundationsbook.com/product/cont...). 🕕 6 pm PDT (9 pm EDT) 📅 Wednesday, April 15 📩 Register: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Scaling Content Creation With the Right Building Blocks, Wed, Apr 15, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
Most content teams don’t struggle with creativity. They struggle with repeatability. ‍ Without a shared taxonomy, reusable templates, and clear guidelines, teams end up rei
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 24/03/2026
What technical skills do you actually need to succeed as a #content designer? @pdstafford.bsky.social of #UX Content Collective joined us last week to walk through them. Relive it here: 📼 www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDbO...
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 18/03/2026
See you tomorrow at our event with Patrick Stafford! RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Why Content Design Is Becoming More Technical — and How to Adapt, Wed, Mar 18, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
Content design is going through a massive shift, but it's not all about AI. More companies are now expecting content designers to understand how their text surfaces in the
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 11/03/2026
Our next free virtual event is fast approaching: 🎤 Patrick Stafford (UX Content Collective) 📅 6–7:30 PM PDT March 18 💻 Online We’ll explore how content design is becoming more technical — and the skills content practitioners need to keep up. RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Why Content Design Is Becoming More Technical — and How to Adapt, Wed, Mar 18, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
Content design is going through a massive shift, but it's not all about AI. More companies are now expecting content designers to understand how their text surfaces in the
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 03/03/2026
Our friends in Portland have a great virtual event tonight. And you don't have to be in Portland (or even close) to participate. Info: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Virtual Happy Hour: Content & Chill, Tue, Mar 3, 2026, 5:00 PM | Meetup
**Join fellow content pros for an interactive virtual roundtable conversation.** **Bring your questions, challenges, or frustrations—or share your expertise and perspective
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 27/02/2026
It's true: As a #content designer, you're expected to do more technical work than ever before. How do you prepare? Patrick Stafford (@pdstafford.bsky.social) walks us thru this in our next virtual event, 6 p.m. PDT (9 p.m. EDT) March 18. RSVP for URL: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
Flier for "Why Content Design Is Becoming More Technical and How to Adapt," a Content Strategy Seattle event with Patrick Stafford of UX Content Collective on March 18, 2026
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 20/02/2026
Thanks again to Greg Dunlap (@heyrocker.com) for a super-informative talk this week about #AI and #content-authoring tools! 📼 Full event recording: youtu.be/6FNHNUTbGOQ?...
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 16/02/2026
See you on Wednesday! www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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AI for Content Authoring, Wed, Feb 18, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
AI is inescapable in the modern tech landscape. But so many of the use cases that people are talking about don't seem to help in typical day-to-day content struggles. This
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 11/02/2026
Our next event is just a week away. If you're looking for tips on how to use #AI in your #content management operations, RSVP today: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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AI for Content Authoring, Wed, Feb 18, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
AI is inescapable in the modern tech landscape. But so many of the use cases that people are talking about don't seem to help in typical day-to-day content struggles. This
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 04/02/2026
Can #AI really make it easier to work with a #content management system? You betcha. And Greg Dunlap (@heyrocker.com) tells us how in our next free virtual event: 📅 6 p.m. PST/9 p.m. EST February 18 ✍️ RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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AI for Content Authoring, Wed, Feb 18, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
AI is inescapable in the modern tech landscape. But so many of the use cases that people are talking about don't seem to help in typical day-to-day content struggles. This
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 17/01/2026
"Even if governance gets de-scoped, the need for it doesn't disappear. That means you have to get a little subversive and bring the spirit of governance into the #content model itself." More from Sabina Leybold's January CSS talk: youtu.be/A3qp_ZCOrtA
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Content Structure Tactics to Help You Overcome Governance Challenges
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 14/01/2026
See you tonight! #contentdesign #contentstrategy www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Content Structure Tactics to Help You Overcome Governance Challenges, Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
Poor governance is a common culprit to content challenges. But actual operational change often feels too risky or uncomfortable to tackle — or may be out of scope entirely
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 08/01/2026
This will be a good one, especially if you're looking for solid advice about #content governance challenges! RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra... #contentdesign #contentstrategy
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Content Structure Tactics to Help You Overcome Governance Challenges, Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
Poor governance is a common culprit to content challenges. But actual operational change often feels too risky or uncomfortable to tackle — or may be out of scope entirely
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 02/01/2026
How exactly do you create a self-governing content model that can survive organizational ambivalence? Sabina Leybold shares real-life examples and strategies in Content Strategy Seattle's first event of 2026: 📅 6 p.m. PST/9 p.m. EST on January 14, 2026 ✍️ RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Content Structure Tactics to Help You Overcome Governance Challenges, Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
Poor governance is a common culprit to content challenges. But actual operational change often feels too risky or uncomfortable to tackle — or may be out of scope entirely
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 23/12/2025
Happy holidays from Content Strategy Seattle! If you missed @billkurland.bsky.social's talk last week, you can check out the recording here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DU1O... Stay tuned for info on our 2026 events, including January 14's talk with Sabina Leybold.
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Building Trust at Every Level
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 15/12/2025
Getting a seat at the table as a content/UX professional ... well, there is no table. But there is a constant need to build trust throughout your org to drive change. Join this week's talk to learn how to do it: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Building Trust at Every Level, Wed, Dec 17, 2025, 6:00 PM | Meetup
Bill Kurland has built, grown, and led design teams of all shapes and sizes at organizations ranging from unicorn startups to Fortune 100 corporations. In this talk, he’ll
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 02/12/2025
Why yes, Content Strategy Seattle is a 501(c)3 nonprofit. We don't have many costs -- Zoom account, web site, in-person events, etc. -- but we do rely on donations to cover them. dub.sh/css-donate #GivingTuesday
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 26/11/2025
🙌 We're thankful for all of the great speakers and attendees at Content Strategy Seattle events this year! And we're not done: Join @billkurland.bsky.social on Dec. 17 as he talks through the best ways to build trust throughout your organization. RSVP today: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
Flier for "Building Trust at Every Level," Dec. 17, 2025, Content Strategy Seattle talk with Bill Kurland
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 19/11/2025
Torrey Podmajersky (@torreybird.bsky.social) did an amazing job previewing her new book, UX Skills for Business Strategy, for us last week. Watch her presentation today: www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKRQ.... More info on the book: www.oreilly.com/library/view...
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Content Skills for Business Impact
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 12/11/2025
Looking forward to seeing everyone tonight, as @torreybird.bsky.social tells us all about her new book! Haven't RSVPd yet? Now's a good time: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Content Skills for Business Impact, Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 6:00 PM | Meetup
When we structure, organize, design, and create content for people, what good does it do? Torrey Podmajersky, author of *[Strategic Writing for UX](https://www.amazon.com/S
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 07/11/2025
Q: How do you stay on top of all upcoming Content Strategy Seattle events? A: Join our Meetup group! www.meetup.com/content-stra... Don't forget about our next event on Wednesday, "Content Skills for Business Impact," with @torreybird.bsky.social. RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Content Strategy Seattle | Meetup
Monthly meetups connecting content strategists, content designers, UX writers, more. Together, we explore how content can meet the goals of our users and organizations. Join us to learn more, and chec...
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 05/11/2025
We're super excited to welcome @torreybird.bsky.social as our speaker one week from today -- and to give away 2 copies of her book Strategic Writing For UX! RSVP today: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Content Skills for Business Impact, Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 6:00 PM | Meetup
When we structure, organize, design, and create content for people, what good does it do? Torrey Podmajersky, author of *[Strategic Writing for UX](https://www.amazon.com/S
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 30/10/2025
Torrey Podmajersky (@torreybird.bsky.social) joins us on Nov. 12 to preview her new book, UX Skills for Business Strategy, and to share a framework to link UX skills to business outcomes. We're also giving away 2 copies of her book Strategic Writing for UX. 🔗 RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
Promotional image for Content Strategy Seattle event on November 12, 2025, "Content Skills for Business Impact" with Torrey Podmajersky of Catbird Content
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 21/10/2025
If you missed Melanie Seibert's talk last week about building, managing, and integrating content-design teams, you can check out the recording (and slides) here: www.contentstrategyseattle.org/events/manag...
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 09/10/2025
Wait a second, you haven't joined our LinkedIn group? It's a great spot to connect with fellow content strategists and content designers. Check it out: www.linkedin.com/groups/14110...
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 01/10/2025
Melanie Seibert has built content design teams and designed content for the likes of PayPal and Indeed. This month, she shows us how it's done in our next virtual event. RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 19/09/2025
🎥 If you missed "Content Essentials for a Complex World" this week, the recording is now available: www.youtube.com/watch?v=llkQ...
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 18/09/2025
Huge thanks to Kate Thomas for a great talk last night! You can check out the slides, as well as the bounty of helpful links she shared, right here: www.contentstrategyseattle.org/events/conte... Video coming soon!
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 11/09/2025
Our next virtual event is less than a week away. We're looking forward to seeing you there! RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Content Essentials for a Complex World, Wed, Sep 17, 2025, 6:00 PM | Meetup
How do you make content happen in chaotic organizations that seem to only get in their own way? As tech giants insist we follow the latest trends and build for their fancy
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 03/09/2025
We're thrilled to welcome Kate Thomas to tell us all about how to stay focused on delivering an effective content strategy as part of our September event: 🕕 6 p.m. PDT/9 p.m. EDT 📅 September 17, 2025 ✏️ RSVP: www.meetup.com/content-stra...
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Content Essentials for a Complex World, Wed, Sep 17, 2025, 6:00 PM | Meetup
How do you make content happen in chaotic organizations that seem to only get in their own way? As tech giants insist we follow the latest trends and build for their fancy
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Content Strategy Seattle @contentstrategyseattle.org · 28/08/2025
Earlier this month, @jend.bsky.social told us all about "lifequakes" -- big upheavals that impact how we relate to the world and how we do our jobs. Check out her full talk on how to navigate these changes in the workplace: www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOmQ...
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