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5 Tips for Proofreading Different English Dialects
5 Tips for Proofreading Different English Dialects
Last Updated Nov 29, 2020
One benefit of freelance proofreading is that you can work with clients all around the world. But this may mean you encounter English dialects that differ from the one you know best. And while this can pose challenges for proofreaders, we have a few tips that can help: Set the language preferences in your word […]
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5 Reasons Proofreading Is a Great Job for Seniors
5 Reasons Proofreading Is a Great Job for Seniors
Last Updated Nov 26, 2020
Are you recently retired – or nearing retirement – and looking for a flexible, enjoyable way to earn extra income? Proofreading is a popular option for seniors and retirees who want to keep their minds active, supplement their pensions, and enjoy the freedom of setting their own schedules. In this post, we explore five reasons […]
A Quick Guide to Canadian English
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5 Tips for Avoiding Burnout as a Proofreader
Last Updated Nov 19, 2020
Being a freelance proofreader means you can set your own schedule and work wherever you want. But this can also make it easier to experience work-related burnout. So, what can you do to stay productive and healthy? We have five tips that can help: Set boundaries to make sure work doesn’t creep into other areas […]
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Plagiarism and Copyright in Creative Writing
Last Updated Nov 15, 2020
Plagiarism in creative writing is harder to identify than, say, academic plagiarism. Despite this, proofreaders may want to look out for potential plagiarism and copyright issues in creative writing. To help you navigate these muddy waters, we’ve prepared a quick guide to the basics. What Is Plagiarism in Creative Writing? It is hard to define […]
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5 Easy-to-Miss Quotation Mark Errors
Last Updated Nov 08, 2020
Among other things, a good proofreader will check documents for proper use of quotes and quotation marks. However, there are many easy-to-miss quotation mark errors, including 4. Smart Quotes vs. Straight Quotes In typography, quotation marks come in two styles: Smart (or curly) quote marks – These are standard in most writing now, and most […]
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A Quick Guide to Numbers in MLA Style
Last Updated Nov 05, 2020
Your client might not know all the details of MLA style. As an academic proofreader, then, your work may involve checking that documents follow MLA conventions. Thus, in this post, we’re looking at how to present numbers in academic writing according to MLA style. Numbers in MLA: Numerals or Words? MLA style sets out two […]
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5 Tips for Proofreading Different English Dialects
5 Tips for Proofreading Different English Dialects
Last Updated Nov 29, 2020
One benefit of freelance proofreading is that you can work with clients all around the world. But this may mean you encounter English dialects that differ from the one you know best. And while this can pose challenges for proofreaders, we have a few tips that can help: Set the language preferences in your word […]
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5 Reasons Proofreading Is a Great Job for Seniors
5 Reasons Proofreading Is a Great Job for Seniors
Last Updated Nov 26, 2020
Are you recently retired – or nearing retirement – and looking for a flexible, enjoyable way to earn extra income? Proofreading is a popular option for seniors and retirees who want to keep their minds active, supplement their pensions, and enjoy the freedom of setting their own schedules. In this post, we explore five reasons […]
