Join two pro editors, Louise Harnby and Denise Cowle, on The Editing Podcast for regular tips, tools and guidance on writing and editing.
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Should editors offer free discovery calls?
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Should editors offer free discovery calls? Our three-step discovery process will help you deliver the process effectively. Listen to find out more about What a discovery call is Benefits of discovery calls Time and money considerations Managing unqualified leads Scope creep Emotional labour Three-step discovery process: Web page, email, call Sign u…
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Editing and proofreading ELT materials
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Louise Harnby and Denise Cowle chat about editing and proofreading ELT materials. Listen to find out more about: What is ELT? Who does this work? How does an editor work? What's different about ELT editing? How are the materials formatted? What kit do you need? How to find out more Sign up for alerts about our publications Want to hone your editori…
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Learn about scene technique with our special guest, editor, book coach and story consultant Lisa Poisso. A must-listen for editors and authors alike. Listen to find out more about What is a scene in a novel? Why are scenes important? What’s their purpose? Is there an ideal structure for a scene? Which components should be evident? Common problems w…
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How are opportunity costs affecting your editing business?
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Louise Harnby and Denise Cowle chat about opportunity cost, and why editors and proofreaders need to keep an eye on this part of their business. Listen to find out more about: What opportunity cost is An opportunity cost management framework Knowing your business goals and objectives Example 1: Professional development Example 2: Software and tools…
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What should I include in my editor services agreement?
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Louise Harnby and Denise Cowle chat about what editors and proofreaders might include in a services agreement. Listen to find out more about Parties involved Scope of the job Rates and fees Payment terms and methods Timelines and deadlines Revision and feedback process Confidentiality and ownership Termination clauses Legalities and governing juris…
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Does my editing business need a newsletter?
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Louise Harnby and Denise Cowle talk about newsletters and whether your editing or proofreading business needs one. Listen to find out more about: Beating the search engines Building community Showcasing expertise Staying top of mind Business promotion Beating the social media algorithms Segmentation Sign up for alerts about our publications Want to…
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10 brand design tips for editors and proofreaders
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Louise Harnby and Denise Cowle discuss ten brand-design tips that every editor and proofreader can consider in their business. Listen to find out more about: Websites Favicons Editorial reports Style sheets Email signatures Presentations Community signatures Social media Business cards Invoices Sign up for alerts about our publications Want to hone…
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Louise Harnby and Denise Cowle talk about 7 different ways to speed up the payment process when you're invoicing for editing and proofreading work. invoicing promptly well-structured contracts or services agreements clear and transparent processes incentives for early payment online payment platforms progressive invoicing Sign up for alerts about o…
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The pros and cons of niche editing and proofreading
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Find out about the pros and cons of being a niche editor or proofreader, and whether it's right for you. Listen to find out more about different degrees of niche-ness using specialized knowledge getting paid for what you enjoy easier targeted marketing charging more lack of variety narrower client base managing and fulfilling expectations Sign up f…
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How to build relationship marketing into your editing and proofreading business
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Discover 7 tips on how to grow your business by fostering long-term relationships. Listen to find out more about what relationship marketing is personalized communication active listening quality service transparent pricing and policies following up content marketing networking Sign up for alerts about our publications Want to hone your editorial b…
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7 reasons to advertise in editorial society directories
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Discover why you should be advertising in professional editorial society directories. Listen to find out more about audience targeting increased visibility credibility and trust niche recognition competitive advantage improved SEO cost benefits Sign up for alerts about our publications Want to hone your editorial business skills? Our actionable gui…
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5 irresistible lead magnets for editors and proofreaders
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Discover how lead magnets can help editors and proofreaders build trust and visibility. Listen to find out more about what a lead magnet is target audiences and pain points 5 irresistible lead magnets what to do with the leads why you shouldn't give it all away promoting your lead magnet Lead magnets Louise’s proofreading checklist: https://view.fl…
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Editing translated materials: With Andy Hodges
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Find out about the artistry of editing translated materials with Denise Cowle, Louise Harnby and Andy Hodges. Listen to find out more about Types of translated materials The difference between editing a translation and editing a text written in English by a multilingual author Stylistic editing and technical copyediting of translated materials Whet…
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Worldbuilding in science fiction and fantasy: With Andy Hodges
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Find out more about worldbuilding in science fiction and fantasy with fiction editor and book coach Andy Hodges. Listen to find out more about What is worldbuilding? How is worldbuilding different from setting? Common problems with worldbuilding that writers face How to improve worldbuilding skills Portraying invented groups and cultures with sensi…
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5 ways editors can use text generative AI as a business tool
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Discover how editors and proofreaders can use text generative AI as a business tool that enhances marketing, increases productivity and reduces stress. Listen to find out more about Simplifying complex information Creating content ideas for business marketing Generating outlines for editorial marketers who lack writing confidence Keyword and keyphr…
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Proofreading symbols: Do we still need to learn them?
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Find out what proofreading markup symbols are and why they're still relevant to professional practice. Listen to find out more about What are proofreading markup symbols? BSI standards and other national guidelines Is proofreading markup language still relevant to training? Communicating efficiently and unambiguously Relevance to proofreaders-in-tr…
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3 tips for developing an editorial business mindset
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Louise and Denise discuss three ideas that help editors and proofreaders develop or enhance an editorial business mindset. Listen to find out more about Aim to make progress instead of achieving perfection. Develop a money mindset that focuses on ownership and growth. Decide what your goals are and stick to them. Sign up for alerts about our public…
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