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Seven New Books For Freelance Editors
The Modern Editor Podcast
06/19/24 • 7 min
If you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for a great book to read. Over the past few months, there have been a lot of amazing new books published about editing, writing, and the publishing industry, and I wanted to share my recommendations with you today.
The following books are listed in order of publication dates, and they’re linked to my Bookshop.org affiliate account. However, make sure you check out your local library or bookstores too.
I chose books that can be read at any stage of your editing career. Some of them may seem like they’re for a specific type of editor, but I always encourage editors at all stages of their business to read outside of their specific skill set or preferred genre. For example, even though I’m a copyeditor, I still read books about developmental editing because a well-rounded editor makes for a great editor.
Important Sections:
- (1:08) Why you should read all types of editing books
- (1:44) Book One: How to Enjoy Being Edited by Hannah de Kieijzer
- (2:25) Book Two: Developmental Editing by Scott Norton
- (3:06) Book Three: The Design of Books by Debbie Berne
- (3:38) Book Four: The Chicago Guide for Freelance Editors by Erin Brenner
- (4:25) Book Five: The Conscious Style Guide by Karen Yin
- (4:57) Book Six: Writing an Identity Not Your Own by Alex Temblador
- (5:40) Book Seven: The Chicago Manual of Style, 18th Edition
Resources Mentioned:
- How to Enjoy Being Edited by Hannah de Kaeijzer
- Developmental Editing by Scott Norton
- The Design of Books by Debbie Berne
- The Chicago Guide for Freelance Editors by Erin Brenner
- The Conscious Style Guide by Karen Yin
- Writing an Identity Not Your Own by Alex Temblador
- The Chicago Manual of Style, 18th Edition
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How to Add a New Product or Service to Your Editing Business
The Modern Editor Podcast
10/23/24 • 23 min
Are you ready to expand your offerings? Maybe you've elevated your skill set and you want to add a different type of editing, or maybe you want to create a product that'll meet more of your clients’ needs.
In this episode, we’re diving into everything you need to think through before you introduce a new product or service to your editing business. Is now the right time? How do you create new products? Then, how do you launch them? Let’s get into the nitty-gritty!
Important Sections
- (1:03) Why Not to Launch a New Product or Service
- (3:19) Do You Really Want to Create a New Product or Service?
- (5:27) Is the Product or Service Needed in the Industry?
- (7:57) Does This Product or Service Fit Into Your Existing Business
- (10:16) How to Create Your New Product or Service
- (13:56) Picking a Launch Date
- (15:42) Promoting Your New Product or Service
- (19:47) Assessing Your New Product or Service
Resources Mentioned
- Editing Contract Template
- Canva
- Episode 14: 11 Ways to Market Your Editing Business Outside of Social Media
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41: 5 Reasons to Join a Book Club
The Modern Editor Podcast
11/20/24 • 13 min
Are you on the fence about joining a book club? Over the years, I’ve had both good and bad experiences with book clubs, and I currently host one inside the Freelance Editors Club. In this episode, I’m sharing my top five reasons to join a book club and tips on finding the right one for you.
I’d love for you to join us in the Freelance Editors Club and be part of our book club. We mostly read books that center around editing, writing, business building, and personal development. We also read a fun fiction book every December. You can find out more about it and join us here.
Important Sections
- (1:04) 1: Educational Opportunities
- (2:00) 2: Community and Connection
- (3:31) 3: Accountability
- (4:38) 4: Reading Outside Your Usual Choices
- (5:42) 5: Hearing New Perspectives
- (6:48) How to Find a Book Club
- (11:37) Create Your Own Book Club
- (12:31) Join the Freelance Editors Club Book Club
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Why I No Longer Review Books as an Editor
The Modern Editor Podcast
08/28/24 • 15 min
Should you review books as an editor? Back in the day, I used to be a book blogger (which is now called a book reviewer), but I stopped when I became an editor. Why? In today’s episode, I’m telling you exactly why.
Disclaimer: I am not saying that editors cannot review books. Some people can do both and it works really well for them. I think you should do what feels right for you and your business. I’m simply sharing my experience and thoughts with you, and this is a judgment-free zone.
This episode was inspired by the discourse I saw on Threads about this subject, so I hope my experience can add to the discussion.
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Running a Business During Tough Times
The Modern Editor Podcast
11/01/23 • 11 min
With so much turmoil going on in the world, it can be hard to stay focused and find the motivation to continue with business as usual. Recently, I’ve often found myself asking, What’s the point? Who cares where this Oxford comma goes? None of this matters when atrocities are happening every day. We can feel helpless and hopeless. So, how do we keep moving forward?
In this episode, I’m sharing some of the things that I’m doing to help me move forward every day. A few highlights from today’s episode are:
- 04:11 – Remembering the things we can control
- 05:07 – Finding joy and positivity in the small things
- 08:07 – How our work as editors does matter
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How Many Hours a Day Can You Edit?
The Modern Editor Podcast
09/27/23 • 19 min
As a coach for freelance editors, one of the most common questions I get asked is about how many hours a day editors should be editing. And the answer is one of my favorites—it depends!
In this episode, we’ll dive into specific questions you need to ask yourself that’ll help you figure out how many hours you should be editing in a day. Because (surprise, surprise!) it varies greatly for everyone. Here are some highlights below:
- 03:49 – Looking at what a typical workday looks like for you, including downtime, interruptions, and caregiving requirements, and how they’ll play a factor in your editing hours
- 08:05 – One question that may seem funny and irrelevant but is super important!
- 16:01 – How you can use your editing hours to help determine your editing rate
*Disclaimer: The math I attempted in this episode makes zero sense. I’m an editor, not a mathematician 🤣
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What Does “Booked Out” Really Mean?
The Modern Editor Podcast
08/23/23 • 8 min
In this short-and-sweet episode, we’re going to talk about what “booked out” means to you and if it’s something you even want to work toward (it might not be!). I want to stress that being booked out is not bad or wrong. And for anyone new here, when one of us succeeds, we all succeed!
In this episode, I’ll touch on the following:
- 03:20 – What does being “booked out” mean?
- 04:05 – Why it doesn’t help to play the comparison game
- 09:32 – How one of my coaching clients realized being booked out wasn’t even a goal for her
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How to Avoid (or Recover From) Burnout
The Modern Editor Podcast
08/09/23 • 23 min
*Content warning: This episode discusses depression, anxiety, and eating habits.*
When you’re a solopreneur and wear all the hats, you can get too much on your plate very quickly. It accumulates fast, sneaks up on you, and suddenly you’re stretched way too thin. Your energy, motivation, and capacity quite literally burn out.
In this episode, I talk about my recent experience with burnout, some warning signs and symptoms to look out for, and provide you with some tips that helped me return to my version of normal. You’ll hear the following:
- 03:23 – Why I ignored the signs and kept adding to my plate
- 11:56 – Why it’s important to learn to recognize your signs and symptoms of burnout
- 13:08 – My two biggest takeaways from my recent burnout
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How to Find Time to Get Things Done
The Modern Editor Podcast
04/12/23 • 21 min
It’s the million-dollar question: Where does all our time go? To help answer that question, I’m going to walk you through my process for figuring out where our time goes, what we spend our time doing, and how we can “earn” some of our time back.
Here’s what we’re going to cover:
- What’s a time audit, and how I use it to see where my time is spent
- Getting real with the results of your time audit. Is this really how you want to be spending your time?
- How a time audit can help you discover areas you can redistribute your time
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How to Ask for Help In Your Business
The Modern Editor Podcast
06/05/24 • 21 min
There is a fine line we walk when we approach burnout. I know this all too well, which is why today’s episode is our first release in seven months. After facing my own spout of burnout and still actively recovering from it, I knew I had to ask for help in my business and it has made all the difference. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a little about that journey and what you should consider if you’re ready to ask for help!
Important Sections of the Conversation:
1:04 - Discussing Burnout and Recovery
3:58 - The Importance of Asking for Help
6:40 - Tips for Delegating and Hiring Help
16:19 - Personal Life and Final Thoughts
Mentioned in This Episode:
- Episode 25: How to Find Time to Get Things Done
- Episode 26: How to Avoid (or Recover From) Burnout
- The Cure for Burnout
- Freelance Editors Club Book Club
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How many episodes does The Modern Editor Podcast have?
The Modern Editor Podcast currently has 41 episodes available.
What topics does The Modern Editor Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Business Coaching, Podcasts and Business.
What is the most popular episode on The Modern Editor Podcast?
The episode title 'How Many Hours a Day Can You Edit?' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Modern Editor Podcast?
The average episode length on The Modern Editor Podcast is 19 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Modern Editor Podcast released?
Episodes of The Modern Editor Podcast are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of The Modern Editor Podcast?
The first episode of The Modern Editor Podcast was released on Jul 24, 2022.
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