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EPISODE · Mar 13, 2025 · 59 MIN

Want to Earn More Money as an Editor? These Systems Will Change EVERYTHING

from Leaving Academia: Becoming a Freelance Editor

What if you could make more money as a freelance editor—without working more hours?That’s exactly what we discuss in this week’s episode of Leaving Academia.My guest, Lori Paximadis, is an experienced book editor who has built a thriving freelance business.She shares her inspiring journey from in-house editor to full-time freelancer and reveals:💡 The systems she uses to keep projects organized and clients happy💡 How to streamline your workflow and speed up your editing process💡 Why improving efficiency in your business is the key to earning more (without burnout)💡 How to build long-term client relationships through networking and being easy to work withWhether you're a new editor or looking to level up your business, Lori’s practical advice will show you how to build a sustainable, successful freelance career.Watch this episode on YouTube or listen on your favorite podcast app. Want more tips to super-charge your editing business and get the clients flowing in? **Join our monthly membership, Digital Marketing for Freelance Editors: AcadiaEditing.com/marketingCurious to find out more about freelance academic editing or coaching? Get my free video series on academic editing and coaching: https://AcadiaEditing.com/BecomeAnEditorWant to work with Lori? You can get in touch at https://www.archereditorial.com/0:00 - Understanding the Editing Business11:00 - Building Client Relationships20:00 - Organizing Your Editing Workflow30:00 - Increasing Your Editing Speed38:00 - Investing in Professional Tools56:00 - Embracing Continuous Learning and Change1:00:00 - Final Thoughts and ResourcesLinks mentioned in this episode:https://www.perfectit.com/wildcard-cookbookhttps://www.amazon.com/Wildcard-Cookbook-Microsoft-Word-Jack/dp/1434103986https://www.amazon.com/Macro-Cookbook-Microsoft-Word-Jack/dp/1434103323 https://www.wordmacrotools.com/https://www.archivepub.co.uk/book.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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