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Rates for projects – How do I calculate a quote?

Nov 26, 2024 | Business advice, FAQs, Rates and contracts

The useful advice in this FAQ about the steps and considerations when calculating a quotation for a project was contributed by several people from the wonderful resource of the PEGforum.  Question I have been asked to edit and update a policy. I need some guidelines...

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How would you rate my profile?

How would you rate my profile?

Sep 10, 2024 | Branding for editors, Client acquisition and management, Editing and proofreading, PEGblog, Professionalism

Have you ever wondered what impression you make on potential clients when they first see anything about you, the editor? First impressions In Gauteng, a few of us were keen to find out a little more about making a good impression. We joined forces to brave the...

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The value of peace

The value of peace

Jun 4, 2024 | Freelancing tips, PEG, PEGblog

What does peace have to do with editing or PEG? I’ve been a member of PEG for seven years and have always enjoyed learning about many things. Because I strive to live a peaceful life, I was instantly interested in a free online short course advertised on Facebook by...

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Compare citations and reference list – How?

May 14, 2024 | Academic editing, FAQs, Time management

One of the services an editor offers is checking that all items in the reference list are cited in the text and that all citations in the text are included in the reference list. This can be quite tricky and time-consuming. Several PEG members swear by a macro created...

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Editor-client communication – What should it include?

Apr 9, 2024 | Client acquisition and management, FAQs, Professionalism, Rates and contracts

Much trouble can be avoided if we editors are mindful of adequate contracting with clients. This starts at the first ‘hello’ and ends with the final ‘thank you’. Take two minutes to remind yourself of the following: Quotations: When you quote, be sure to include...

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Editing as a side hustle: a personal perspective

Editing as a side hustle: a personal perspective

Feb 28, 2024 | Editing and proofreading, Freelancing tips, PEGblog

Let’s face it. Not many of us have the privilege of editing on a full-time basis. I suppose it falls into the same category as writing, acting or dancing as a career. Such pursuits often require that we hang on to our bill-paying jobs and participate in these...

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I am new to editing – What should I know?

Feb 27, 2024 | Editing and proofreading, FAQs, Freelancing tips, Starting-up tips

Welcome to the Professional Editors' Guild (PEG)! To learn all you need to know about editing, work your way through all the pages in the PEG website. But start with this very useful guide compiled by ACES, one of our affiliates. Editor, Debbie Emmitt, has some useful...

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10 tips for freelance copy editors

10 tips for freelance copy editors

Oct 27, 2023 | Freelancing tips, PEGblog, Professional development

If you are a freelance editor or are considering editing in a freelance capacity, this is for you. These 10 tips guide you through different aspects of your work as a freelancer. Before we get to the 10 tips, here are three additional points to consider with two quick...

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Rates – How much should I charge?

Feb 16, 2023 | Business advice, Editing and proofreading, FAQs, Rates and contracts

What you charge depends on what type of editing or proofreading service you are offering and how much your client is willing to pay. The more work you do, the more you can charge. Unfortunately, there are conflicting ideas about what is a fair rate. PEG members should...

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