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Writing Advice Blog
Does This Project Need a Proofreader or a Copy Editor?
Do you understand the difference between a proofreader and a copy editor? If not, don’t feel bad—most people don’t. Read this before you waste any money....
Top 10 Pro Tips for Proofreading Business Text
No. 4 on this list is so obvious, but you'll be blown away by how effective it is. Proofread business writing like a pro with these expert tips....
Writers, It’s Time to Stop Dreading the Revision Process
Business writers often seem to hate revising their work, but this should be a welcome and necessary step....
Absolute Adjectives: Are You Guilty of This Totally Unique Problem?
When you use an absolute adjective such as "always" or "never," you’re making the claim that there are no exceptions. And do you know what that means?...
The Future of Copy Editing
In this video, I discuss the future of copy editing — and what freelance copy editors can do to survive in the current environment....
Why Is It So Hard to Catch Our Own Typos?
Even with modern technology and spell check, most writers miss at least a few typos and grammatical errors. Here's why....
5 Ways to Find the Motivation to Write
Here are a few quick tips for when you’re struggling to find the motivation to write....
Why It’s OK to Express Your Opinion in Business Writing
Demonstrate your expertise, showcase your thought process, and win over fans by—gasp!—sharing your opinion in your business writing....
How to Write a Press Release That Works Like Magic
There’s nothing you can do to guarantee that your press release will get turned into a big story. But here's how to increase the odds of magic happening....
