Editor for Life: Lorie Boucher, Editor, Writer, and Publications Manager

Interview conducted by Keith Goddard. A career as an editor is often a solo adventure, especially if you’re a freelancer. So, we thought one way to better connect with fellow editors was to ask them the Five Ws: who, what, where, when, and why. Read on for some thought-provoking, enlightening tidbits from those of us … Continue reading Editor for Life: Lorie Boucher, Editor, Writer, and Publications Manager →

Go Away, Imposter Syndrome

by Lorna Stuber Imposter syndrome is an uninvited guest. It lets itself in through an unlocked door and makes itself at home, helping itself to anything in the fridge. A lot of the discussion posts I see in editors’ or writers’ groups on social media talk about imposter syndrome. Why do so many of us … Continue reading Go Away, Imposter Syndrome →

Editor for Life: Ruth E. Thaler-Carter, Freelance Writer/Editor

Editors Advise: On Reading and Helpful Skills

In this series, editors share their experiences, insights, and tips on the practical aspects of working as an editor or writer. In our last instalment, six editors shared their thoughts on whether to accept a job if you’re not sure you’re ready. For this edition, our editors reflect on a particular skill that has helped their … Continue reading Editors Advise: On Reading and Helpful Skills →

Replace Cold Emails with These 5 Marketing Activities to Gain New Clients

Freelance editors often rely on cold emails to find work, but to get hired, you need to start a professional relationship in a positive way and be memorable.

Book Review: “The Freelance Editor’s Handbook: A Complete Guide to Making Your Business Thrive,” by Suzy Bills

by Sharon Cozens Do you need help starting your freelance business, but don’t know where to go to for sound advice? Or maybe you already have an established freelance business, but feel like it could use a boost? Many higher learning institutions and professional organizations offer courses and/or provide information on being an entrepreneur. However, … Continue reading Book Review: “The Freelance Editor’s Handbook: A Complete Guide to Making Your Business Thrive,” by Suzy Bills →

Editors Advise: Are You Qualified for the Job?

In this series, editors share their experiences, insights, and tips on the practical aspects of working as an editor or writer. In our previous instalment, five editors shared their thoughts on whether focusing on a niche is a good idea when starting out. This time around, we ask how one knows if they’re ready for … Continue reading Editors Advise: Are You Qualified for the Job? →

Executive Unplugged: Keith Goddard, BoldFace Editor-in-Chief

We wanted to give Editors Toronto members and student affiliates another way to get to know their executive committee members, while also finding out what is involved in being on the committee. So, we asked executive committee members to introduce themselves and their roles by answering a few questions for our “Executive Unplugged” series. Meet Keith … Continue reading Executive Unplugged: Keith Goddard, BoldFace Editor-in-Chief →