Why Writing a Memoir is Like Climbing a Mountain:

Snow-capped mountain
Learning What it is Like to be an Author I am a cleaning freak (not to be confused with a clean freak). There is something deeply satisfying about scrubbing a toilet until it sparkles or making windows gleam. Maybe that’s why proofreading and editing feel so natural—I get to clean up errors and polish other
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Breaking Resolutions, Scaling Heights: My Unexpected Journey up Kilimanjaro

long dirt road leading up to a view of snow-capped Mt. Kilimanjaro with blue sky
“Life has no meaning. Each of us has meaning and we bring it to life. It is a waste to be asking the question when you are the answer.” – Joseph Campbell As a copy writer, editor, and proofreader, I often immerse myself in the narratives of others, shaping their stories and experiences. This is
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What is your word for 2023?

Large red pushpin set on a green tourist map for travelling.
Today is National Brew a Potion Day. How did following the trend of the National Day calendar even start? I also noticed that people are beginning to pick a “Word of the Year.” So, naturally, as a copywriter, editor and proofreader, I perked up to this trend. So, my word for 2023 is pinpoint. Pinpoint The
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Why I am Giving Away My Profits

Coins and donate jar
As a freelancer, I have the freedom to construct the business of my dreams. I dictate my hours, workspace, benefits, what I work on and how I work. But I also have the freedom to build a purpose-driven business.  Purpose-driven businesses are those with the potential and drive to improve the world. According to Forbes, “With
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Become a Freelance Editor: Confessions and Lessons Learned

Despite starting from scratch, I hustled and grew my freelance editing, proofreading and copywriting business from infant to at least pre-teen in over a year. I’ve learned more about what I want to do and how I want to spend my time and effort than at any other time in my life. How has your
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