Featured question from Helen Bradford at www.helenbradfordeditor.com How can I get clients to send work on time? It’s great to have a good flow of enquiries. You want to comfortably …
Episode 9: Managing emotions and a freelance business in uncertain times
How are you handling the uncertainty in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic? We’re people, as well as business owners, and we need to take care of all facets of …
Episode 8: How do I justify a higher rate?
Featured question from: Paula Beaton, Word Nerd Copy: How do I justify a higher rate? Paula’s situation reflects the way many of us feel stuck when trying to reach the …
Episode 7: Should I have two websites for my writing and editing services?
Featured question from Rachel Rowlands, Editor & Writer at www.racheljrowlands.com: Do you think having an all-purpose website or two separate websites is better in terms of marketing? Rachel’s an editor, …
Episode 6: What do I do when a project doesn’t pay enough?
Featured question from Vivek Kumar, Indian Copyeditors Forum: “What do I do when a project doesn’t pay enough? How do I educate the client that the rate offered does not …
Episode 5: How do I manage my feelings of doubt about my ability to find work?
Featured editor question from Rebecca Burton, rebeccaburtoneditor.com: “I’m new to building a freelance business and am finding it hard to get work. How do I manage my feelings of doubt …
Episode 4: How do I stop feeling scared about asking for the rates I want?
Featured editor question (anonymous):“How do I stop feeling scared about asking for the rates I want?” Have you felt like this when taking on new clients? ‘When I’m quoting the …
Episode 3: Specialist or generalist? Should I niche my editing business?
Featured editor question: Rachel Fudge, Rachel Fudge Editorial Services “I’m not sure whether to market myself as a specialist or generalist.” Have you inadvertently developed a specialisation in a particular …
Episode 2: What are the pitfalls to think about if I use contractors in my editing business?
Featured editor question: AJ from AJC Publishing “What are the pitfalls to look out for when growing a team of contractors?” When you have too much work on as a …
Episode 1: Introducing the Edit Boost Podcast
What’s holding you back from achieving your goals in your editing business? Is it time to overcome these fears and make the progress you’ve been dreaming about? Join me as …