Proofreading Tips

Whether you’re just getting started or are an experienced proofreader, there’s always something new to learn. That’s where our blogs come in! We've got expert advice on spelling, grammar, punctuation, referencing, proofreading different types of writing (from creative to business and academic), and much more!

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    A Brief Guide to Vancouver Referencing

    A Brief Guide to Vancouver Referencing

    Oct 16, 2017

    • Academic Writing
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Referencing and Citations
    • Style

    It’s happened to us all. A client wants you to proofread their essay or journal article, but you are unfamiliar with the referencing system! Suddenly everything is called into question. Imposter syndrome kicks in. You wonder, can you presume to do this with only Google to guide you? What if the information there is unreliable? […]

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    Top 5 Tips for ESL Proofreading

    Top 5 Tips for ESL Proofreading

    Oct 07, 2017

    • ESL Writing
    • Proofreading Tips

    As a proofreader, you are almost certain to encounter clients who do not speak English as a first language. This may seem daunting, but never fear! In this post, we have five top tips for working with ESL (English as a second language) clients and documents. 1. Be Clear and Patient in Your Communication The […]

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The Etymology of ‘Proofreading’

  • Freelance-Tips_-How-to-Avoid-Computer-Disasters_21F_.jpg

    A Brief Guide to Vancouver Referencing

    Oct 16, 2017

    • Academic Writing
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Referencing and Citations
    • Style

    It’s happened to us all. A client wants you to proofread their essay or journal article, but you are unfamiliar with the referencing system! Suddenly everything is called into question. Imposter syndrome kicks in. You wonder, can you presume to do this with only Google to guide you? What if the information there is unreliable? […]

    Read more
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    Top 5 Tips for ESL Proofreading

    Oct 07, 2017

    • ESL Writing
    • Proofreading Tips

    As a proofreader, you are almost certain to encounter clients who do not speak English as a first language. This may seem daunting, but never fear! In this post, we have five top tips for working with ESL (English as a second language) clients and documents. 1. Be Clear and Patient in Your Communication The […]

    Read more
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    The Etymology of ‘Proofreading’

    Sep 28, 2017

    • Proofreading Tips
    • Vocabulary Tips

    Here at Knowadays we have a poster on the wall (next to the signed pictures of our favourite pedants of stage and screen) that says, ‘You don’t have to know the etymology of “proofreading” to work here, but it helps!’ Our questionable taste in wall décor aside, the term ‘proofreading’ does make more sense when […]

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