The editing profession is changing, but editors have more options than they may realize. Here are several ways to expand your skills, services, and career.
Articles Categorized Freelancing
Learn more about being a freelance editor.
The Unwritten Rules of Networking Calls
Networking is about more than asking for work. Here’s how you can prepare for networking calls, build relationships, and leave a positive, lasting impression.
What Does “Deciding the Work” Really Mean for Freelance Editors?
Deciding the work isn’t about ignoring clients’ requests, it’s about expertise. Here’s how freelance editors define scope, process, and professional boundaries.
Plan, Pause, Restart: Three Ways to Make Holiday Time Off Truly Restful
Make your holiday break actually feel like a break. These three tips will help you plan ahead, unplug with confidence, and return to work refreshed and focused.
The Power of the Midyear Pause: Refocusing Your Editing Business
Feeling stuck in the weeds of your editing business? A midyear review can bring clarity, celebrate wins, and reset your goals for success in the months ahead.
Should Your Editing Prices Be Visible on Your Website?
Should freelance editors list their prices online? It depends! Here are the pros, cons, and smart compromises to help you choose what’s right for your business.
Surviving and Thriving as an Editor in Lean Times
The freelance editing market faces challenges from AI and economic slowdowns, but editors can adapt by exploring new fields and diversifying their services.
A Dozen Ways to Advance Your Copyediting Career, Part 2
Explore more ways to expand your copyediting career into the publishing field, from positions in graphic design to managing important projects.
A Dozen Ways to Advance Your Copyediting Career, Part 1
Copyediting skills open doors to diverse careers, from developmental editing to indexing, social media, and more. Explore several resources that will help you take that next step!
Sales Funnels for Editors: Be Where Clients Can Find You
Sales funnels are clever marketing tools that can help freelance editors identify and connect with potential clients—and ultimately grow their businesses.
