Workshops for workplace writers and editorial professionals
We train clients to write and edit with more ease and confidence.
Tips on getting started as a freelance editor
When I was starting out as an editor in the mid-1990s, I clearly remember attending a session with the late Claudette Upton, a founder of West Coast Editorial Associates and a very generous mentor.
What’s up with “that”?
Whether writing or editing, I’m consciously aiming for a smooth experience for readers—which means avoiding potholes, bumps, and other obstacles that momentarily distract them, pulling them out of the flow of the text.
High standards for plain language and editing
Coming soon: two new plain language standards to help readers find, understand, and use information.
Is it real or is it ChatGPT? (and does it matter?)
Over the past several months, every day seems to bring news of another leap forward in artificial intelligence (AI).
Editing for accessibility
As editors, we are advocates for readers—the people who use the documents we help produce. If a document is not accessible, a significant portion of the intended audience may not be able to receive the message.
Review of Turn Every Page
We recommend this insightful documentary about what editing can be.
Your 2023 guide to conferences on editing
In-person editing conferences are happening again! While the pandemic is not quite behind us, we have once again started to travel, regularly gather in person, and attend in-person events. The benefits of attending conferences are many. Conferences are a chance…
Managing decision fatigue: Some tools for editors
It’s 4:00 p.m., you’ve been working since 8:30 a.m., and you’ve got to finish editing a document that’s due at the end of the day. You’ve taken a couple of short caffeine breaks, and you did have lunch, but you…
Working with a workplace writing coach
Regardless of whether you enjoy or dread your workplace writing tasks, you may find it helpful to work with a writing coach.
