On March 11, Editors BC will host Karin Horwatt Cather as we discuss contracts and aligning expectations between clients and editors. In this insightful interview, Karin answers a few questions on these.
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Running Editing Businesses with Data: An interview with Maya Berger
To wrap up the year, the West Coast Editor chatted with Maya Berger about TEA, a data analysis tool she developed for tracking business progress. Maya shares the story behind this tool and how editors can use it. Maya is January’s seminar facilitator.
WC: Thank you for taking the time to chat with us today. Can you share a little about yourself and what inspires the work you do?
I’m Maya Berger, an editor, a proofreader, a business admin educator, and an unapologetic Excel fan. I worked as an editor and editorial manager in the higher education publishing sector for over 10 years before deciding to start my own editorial business, What I Mean to Say, in 2016. I love helping authors get their meanings across and working with them to remove any barriers to clear communication.
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Jennifer Lawler on Pursuing an Editing Career: “Just go out there and do it!”
Interview by Lola Opatayo; copy edited by Naomi Dobler
Editors BC is pleased to welcome Jennifer Lawler, this month’s seminar facilitator and successful editing tutor, to share lessons learned from her teaching career and business tips for prospective editors.
Thank you for taking the time to chat with us. Let’s begin with your journey into teaching. What inspired you to start teaching other editors?
I fell into it! It wasn’t anything I intended to start doing. I began my career a long time ago teaching English literature at the university level, and I’ve always loved being a teacher, but working as a freelance editor (and writer) fit into my life much better.
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October 16, 2021: Freelance 201: Start Thriving
What: Editors BC professional development seminar
When: Saturday, October 16, 2021, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Where: Online through Zoom
Cost: $90 for Editors Canada members ($70 early bird), $170 for non-members ($150 early bird), and $50 for student affiliates. Advance registration required. Registration closes October 12, 2021, at 11:59 pm; early-bird rates are in effect through September 21, 2021.
If you’re ready to grow, register here!
October 21, 2020: Marketing Your Editing Business
What: Editors BC monthly meeting
When: Wednesday, October 21, 2020, 7:30–8:30 pm
Where: Online through Zoom
Cost: Free for Editors BC members, non-members, and students.
Are you a new editor starting your freelance business? Or an experienced professional wanting to expand your client base? In either case, marketing your business is an essential factor in acquiring new clients and staying relevant.
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