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Writers vs Editors: A Battle for the Ages
“It’s probably just typical writer vs. editor issues.”
I physically cocked my head at the email from a client as we were discussing some squabbles occurring between one of the editors here at CYC and the content writer.
Having worked as a professional writer for a decade before I opened an editing agency, I’ve run across my fair share of editors.
Some of them sucked.
Some were just doing their jobs.
A rare few were those editors that inspire and support, who make you want to be a better person writer.
Don’t Talk About Your Ideas, Write Them!
Imagine this.
You’re out and about, doing a few errands, when suddenly, a brilliant idea for your next article/short story/poem/essay/thinkpiece/novel/uncategorizable work of genius hits you.
You’re breathless with delight and quickly scribble down a reminder to yourself — this one is not going to get away. People are going to LOVE reading this.
You are filled with enthusiasm, accidentally shoplifting a few groceries as you daydream about your subheadings and the exact angle you’ll take in the conclusion.
So far, so good.
However, as you come out of the shop, you run into a good friend, someone you admire and enjoy while also being secretly scared they might be a tiny bit better than you.
How to Blog with Purpose: Thinking Strategically About Content in Your Business
Every day, entrepreneurs around the world ruminate over one question: how can I make my business succeed?
While the steps to success have always puzzled entrepreneurs, the inception of the Internet and the digital information age poses even more conundrums for business owners, both new and seasoned.
How do I create a website? Should I be on social media? What is content marketing? How important is having an email newsletter? What is an opt-in? Do I need to do a webinar?
Swipe Right on the Perfect Editor for Your Company
Right before a first date, we often wonder how the date’s going to go — will we immediately make a connection, or will things go horribly wrong? How will we find the right partner? What qualities matter to us the most?
When you’re trying to figure out whether you should hire an editor for your blog or to edit your manuscript, you’ll probably be wondering similar things. Not necessarily in a romantic dating way, but in a business relationship-type way: How do I find the right editor for me? Will we get along, or will they be vindictive with their red pen? Do I really need an editor, or can I do this by myself?
If a business owner or an entrepreneur is considering hiring an editor, they often ask, “Is quality content really worth the money to pay an editor? Will it make or break my brand if I have a great blog? Do I need an extra set of eyes to make my content better?”