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Daniel B.

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Thank you for your interest in my profile! I hold degrees from Harvard, Northwestern (Medill) and UC Berkeley—in journalism/communication, political science/government and East Asian/Chinese studies. After years of teaching college, I became a full-time tutor and consultant because I enjoy working flexibly with people one-on-one.

In addition to what appears on Wyzant, I've been honored with dozens of five-star reviews on various well-known third-party platforms such as Yelp, which you can...

Thank you for your interest in my profile! I hold degrees from Harvard, Northwestern (Medill) and UC Berkeley—in journalism/communication, political science/government and East Asian/Chinese studies. After years of teaching college, I became a full-time tutor and consultant because I enjoy working flexibly with people one-on-one.

In addition to what appears on Wyzant, I've been honored with dozens of five-star reviews on various well-known third-party platforms such as Yelp, which you can instantly access by googling "Dan B Writing Editing San Jose CA."

My mission is to help people communicate their messages effectively, so they can better achieve their goals. That applies to application essays/personal statements, letters of various kinds, CVs/resumes, scripts, speeches, academic papers, thesis/dissertation projects and web content, among other things. If you need help with words, in one form or another, you've come to the right place.

My approach is highly personalized, geared toward the specific needs of the individual client. If I'm not confident that I can give you what you need, I won't take on the job. If I were to take it on but you didn't express complete satisfaction, I wouldn't invoice you by submitting the lesson.

Even if you don't engage my services at this time, you'll likely benefit from the appropriate video on the carousel/slider at the top of my profile, in one of the following subject areas: (2) college application essays, (3) career development, (4) effective writing and (5) thesis/dissertation projects—each of which represents a distillation of decades of hard-earned knowledge and experience.

*Complimentary (free) initial Zoom "discovery" consults up to 15 minutes in length are available, schedule permitting, to qualified individuals.

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Education

Northwestern University, Medill School of Journalism
journalism
Harvard University
Masters
University of California, Berkeley
PhD

Additional Languages

Mandarin Chinese

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  • Hourly Rate: $300
  • Rate details: No charge is assessed for 15-minute complimentary discovery calls, offered on an as-available basis.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 1/4/2024

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Career Development

Career Development

In addition to what appears on Wyzant, I've been honored over the years with dozens of five-star reviews on various well-known third-party platforms, having served as an independent career development advisor/consultant for more than three decades, helping countless individuals achieve their professional goals. Over the years, numerous clients from all walks of life have told me that I have performed minor miracles for them, covering a broad range of services, including: career planning, job search strategies, CV/resume work, LinkedIn profile improvement, interview training and more. I do this in part by leveraging my teaching experience and interviewing skills to help people arrive at realizations that often surprise them, enabling them to achieve the breakthroughs they have been seeking, as articulated in this review by Eyerusalem Y. on Google: "I came in not really being sure what path I wanted to take [but] left knowing exactly what the next step in my life should be!" Even if you don't engage my services at this time, you'll likely benefit from the third video on the carousel/slider at the top of my profile, "Top 10 Career Development Mistakes to Avoid," based on my 30-plus years of experience.
College Counseling

College Counseling

In addition to what appears on Wyzant, I've been honored over the years with dozens of five-star reviews on various well-known third-party review platforms, having served as an independent college admissions advisor/consultant for more than three decades, helping hundreds of applicants achieve their educational dreams. I offer a wide range of application-related services, including assistance with: application strategies, application essays and personal statements for admission to college as well as graduate/professional school programs (e.g., MBA/PhD programs, law and medical/dental/nursing school), supplemental/secondary essays, activities lists, resumes/CVs, portfolios, interviews, letters of recommendation, waitlist letters, letters of continued interest/LOCIs and letters of appeal. Even if you don't engage my services at this time, you'll likely benefit from the second video on the carousel/slider at the top of my profile, "College Application Essays: Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid," based on my 30-plus years of experience.
Creative Writing

Creative Writing

Blogs, character sketches, children's stories, humor, food writing, journals, letters, manifestos, memoirs, monologues & dialogues, narrative journalism, personal essays, plays, poetry, presentations, satire & parody, scripts (audio, video and other), role-playing games (RPGs), short stories (including "flash fiction"), song lyrics, speeches, travel writing and vignettes: over the years, I've assisted successfully with these and other types of creative writing. As a master writer/tutor helping people in a wide range of forms produce effective and compelling writing, I offer a combination of experience (30-plus years) and track record that you're not likely to find elsewhere. For numerous five-star third-party reviews from clients I've assisted over the years—helping them create writing that sparkles, to achieve the desired results—google "Dan B Writing Editing San Jose CA." You may qualify for a lower rate than the one posted here, depending on the specific nature of the work involved, so be sure to inquire.
English

English

I help high school and college students with writing assignments in fields such as English. I can also help with explaining concepts in this area and related areas. I strive to make each lesson as fun and interesting as possible. International/ESL students welcome!
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

As a master writer/tutor helping people in a wide range of subject areas with writing effective and compelling essays, I offer a combination of experience (30-plus years) and track record that you're not likely to find elsewhere. For numerous five-star third-party reviews from clients I've assisted over the years—helping them effectively communicate their messages, so they can better achieve their goals—google "Dan B Writing Editing San Jose CA." You may qualify for a lower rate than the one posted here, depending on your circumstances (subject matter and needs), so be sure to inquire. Even if you don't engage my services at this time, you'll likely benefit from the fourth video on the carousel/slider at the top of my profile, "Top 10 Tips for More Effective Writing," based on my 30-plus years of experience.
Government & Politics

Government & Politics

As a PhD in political science (synonymous with "government & politics"), I help high school and college students with writing assignments in this field, as well as others. I can also help with explaining concepts in this area and related areas. I strive to make each lesson as fun and interesting as possible. The subfields with which I am most familiar include: international relations (IR), comparative politics, public administration, American politics and Chinese politics.
Interview Prep

Interview Prep

Interviews for purposes of employment, promotions, admissions, internships, residencies and fellowships: over the years, I've assisted successfully with preparation for these and other types of interviews. As a master career development coach, I offer a combination of experience (30-plus years') and track record that you're not likely to find elsewhere. As an example of the results I've helped clients achieve, consider this review from Dr. L.E. on Thumbtack: "First, Dan helped me get seven interviews for medical residency programs, thanks to an improved personal statement (after I previously struck out twice). Then he helped me prepare for the interviews, after which I received numerous compliments from program directors for my performance. I ended up matching for my first-choice program!"
Marketing

Marketing

For the past 30-some years, I’ve worked with a wide range of small businesses, to help them increase profitability, taking their operations to the next level. Applying the same skillset to my own consultancy has enabled me to consistently generate a healthy six-figure income year after year. Service areas include business identity development, strategy formulation, press releases, website content and more. A free 15-minute “discovery” consultation (subject to availability) to determine fit eliminates risk on your part!
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

Computer science, dental school, education, engineering, law school, leadership, MBA programs, medical school, medical residencies, psychology, nursing school and veterinary school, as well as other programs at both the master's and doctoral—including PhD—levels: over the years, I've assisted successfully with personal statements for all of these (at the college/undergraduate level, too, for which they're usually referred to as application essays). For numerous five-star third-party reviews from clients I've assisted over the years—helping them win admission to their top-choice schools and programs, thereby making their dreams come true—google "Dan B Writing Editing San Jose CA." I can help you, the same way I have helped countless others in a wide range of majors and disciplines because the admissions process for any program in any field works on the same set of principles—principles that over the decades, I have mastered, for the benefit of the applicants I assist. Even if you don't engage my services at this time, you'll likely benefit from the second free video on the carousel/slider at the top of my profile, "College Application Essays: Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid," based on my 30-plus years of experience.
Political Science

Political Science

As a PhD in political science, I help high school and college students with writing assignments in this field, as well as others. I can also help with explaining concepts in this area and related areas. I strive to make each lesson as fun and interesting as possible. The subfields with which I am most familiar include: International relations (IR), comparative politics, public administration, American politics and Chinese politics.
Proofreading

Proofreading

When most people say "proofreading" (correction of typographical and minor errors in terms of grammar and punctuation), what they really mean is editing and even revision or rewriting. Either way, I can help you to improve just about any kind of text: academic assignments, business letters, website copy ... whatever. I have an eagle eye for errors—and I work at a RAPID pace—so buckle your seatbelt and prepare yourself for an exciting ride. For numerous five-star third-party rave reviews from clients I've assisted over the years—with excellent results—google "Dan B Writing Editing San Jose CA."
Thesis Writing

Thesis Writing

I assist with all stages of thesis and dissertation projects in most subject areas, including topic formulation, proposal writing and editing/revision in response to advisor/committee member feedback. For numerous five-star third-party reviews from clients I've assisted over the years—typically saving them thousands of dollars in tuition money and years of time in terms of the loss they would have suffered from failed projects—google "Dan B Writing Editing San Jose CA." You may qualify for a lower rate than the one posted here, depending on your subject matter and needs, so be sure to inquire (please note that I do not offer statistical consulting). Even if you don't engage my services at this time, you'll likely benefit from the fifth video on the carousel/slider at the top of my profile, "Thesis/Dissertation Projects: Top 10 Deadly Mistakes to Avoid," based on my 30-plus years of experience.
Writing

Writing

As a master writer/tutor—and published author—helping people in a wide range of subject areas and writing forms, I offer a combination of experience (30-plus years) and track record that you're not likely to find elsewhere. For numerous five-star third-party reviews from clients I've assisted over the years—helping them effectively communicate their meaning, so they can better achieve their goals—google "Dan B Writing Editing San Jose CA." You may qualify for a lower rate than the one posted here, depending on your circumstances (subject matter and needs), so be sure to inquire. Even if you don't engage my services at this time, you'll likely benefit from the fourth video on the carousel/slider at the top of my profile, "Top 10 Tips for More Effective Writing," based on my 30-plus years of experience.

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Dan Is the Man!

I was amazed how quickly Daniel transformed my personal statement straw into gold. His insight into the admissions process is truly mind boggling. For application essays or anything relating to writing or communication, Dan is the man!

Alex, 30 lessons with Daniel

Outstanding Help on Dental Application

Daniel was instrumental in helping me elevate my personal statement and secondary essays for dental school. His guidance and feedback brought my application to a much higher level, helping me present my story authentically and effectively. He was professional, insightful, and supportive throughout the process. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to strengthen their application essays.

Diesel, 10 lessons with Daniel

Knowledgeable and Helpful Tutor!

I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Berman throughout my law school application process, and I cannot recommend him highly enough! From the moment I began, I felt supported and confident, thanks to his expertise and guidance. Mr. Berman provided invaluable assistance with my personal statement, offering feedback that helped me refine my story and present my experiences in the best possible light. If you're looking for a law school application tutor who is knowledgeable, personable, and genuinely invested in your success, Mr. Berman is the one to work with!

Anja, 13 lessons with Daniel

(Above and beyond)

Dr. Berman goes above and beyond in helping me write a powerful concise appeal. He took time to understand my situation, increasing my chances of being reinstated. I look forward to seeing him again so that I can improve in more areas of my academics and life. Thank you Dr. Berman.

Eliz, 1 lesson with Daniel
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