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Welcome to a world where your typo-finding eyeballs create a consistent income stream. 

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Do you need a proofreading business coach to make money as a proofreader?

As a professional proofreader who also coaches other proofreaders, I know this to be true:  You don’t have to have a proofreading business coach to start your business, but if you want to be successful – make money, work anywhere and anytime you want – with the least amount of stress, overwhelm, and wasted time, […]

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FAQ: Can I be a transcript proofreader and live in Canada, the UK, or anywhere in the world?

Location doesn’t matter as a transcript proofreader! That’s because transcripts are sent digitally so you can send and receive jobs from wherever you live or travel to. That means if you live halfway around the globe in the UK, for example, you can still proofread for court reporters in the United States…with some important caveats. […]

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Transcript proofreading is more than just a side hustle

Learning how to proofread transcripts, how to set up your business, and how to get clients takes work! You have to make time for it and be diligent to make your proofreading business successful. And while you can make some amazing money as a part-time or full-time proofreader, it’s not a “get rich quick doing […]

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What tools do you need to start your proofreading business?

You don’t need many tools to get started as a proofreader! (And you probably have some of these already!)  Internet connection  Besides needing internet to communicate with clients and receive/send back jobs, it’s also helpful when you’re working on a proofreading job.  A lot of your proofreading resources to look up grammar rules, spellings, word […]

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FAQ: I’m already a general proofreader. Do I need more training to be a transcript proofreader?

Are you already a general proofreader working with content like books, websites, emails, and social media posts? If so, you know how satisfying it is to fix grammar errors and typos and work with clients to make their work look amazing. We grammar experts put the pro in proofing! Since you’re a general proofreader and […]

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3 must-do steps to start your general proofreading business

You already know you’re good at catching typos and grammar errors! So what’s the next step to turn those grammar skills of yours into a successful general proofreading business so you can proof books, blog posts, websites, social media posts, emails, and more for some serious cash? Here are three must-do steps to start your […]

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General proofreading vs. transcript proofreading: What’s the difference and which one’s right for me?

What’s the difference between general proofreading and transcript proofreading and how do you know which one’s right for you?  You know you love to read and that you find typos and grammar errors everywhere — and you’re super excited about the idea of making money with those skills! But what kind of proofreading can you do? And how […]

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FAQ: How much money can I make as a transcript proofreader?

We proofread because that’s what we love to do — our brains are wired to find errors and fix them! But what’s even better than proofreading itself? Getting paid to proofread! I don’t do free proofreading, and I don’t teach my students to work for free either. When you go through my intensive course, Learn […]

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FAQ: Do I need a certification or college degree to be a proofreader?

You don’t need a certification or an English degree — or any degree! — to be an exceptional transcript proofreader. One big reason why is there’s no official proofreading certification or proofreading degree. That’s right! There’s no nationally recognized certifying body that regulates the transcript proofreading industry in the United States. It’s a marketing tactic to […]

Testimonials, feedback, and reviews are directly from students. They have not been compensated for their comments. Success/results/income is not guaranteed and can vary from student to student. Proofreading is not a "get rich" and "get rich quick doing nothing" business. It takes diligence, learning, and showing up for yourself to get the results you want. No coaching, training, or course will give you the life you want to have; you have to put in the work. Your success is up to you!

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