The Modern Editor Podcast

Mar 05 2025 45 ep. 18 mins 68
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The Modern Editor Podcast, hosted by Tara Whitaker, goes behind the scenes of what it takes to run an editorial business in today’s world.

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How Editors Can Create Habits That Stick

Mar 05 2025 19 mins  
Are you looking to make small changes with big impact in your editing business? In this episode, we’re talking about how editors can create habits that make their businesses better with the Tiny Habits® Method. This isn’t about creating tons of to-do lists and optimizing every second of your life—it’s about forming achievable habits you look forward to completing because t

An Introvert’s Guide to Attending Conferences

Feb 19 2025 20 mins  
If you’re anything like me, you know the impact that conferences (both in-person and virtual) can make on your business and education, yet as an introvert, it takes a bit of preparation. As I gear up for an online summit, I want to share a few tips to not only prepare for an event and manage your energy during the event, but also get the most out of the event. Note: This is from

My 5 Favorite Rules to Reference in CMOS

Feb 05 2025 14 mins  
If you’re anything like me, there are times when you’ve been deep in your editing cave. In those heavy editing times, I always find myself reaching for my trusty Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS) to confirm my work. With so many rules, it’s impossible to remember them all, but there are some I check all. the. time. In this episode, I’m sharing the five rules I always double-ch

Why Is It So Tough to Take Breaks?

Jan 22 2025 12 mins  
There’s an emotional side to taking breaks from work that not enough people talk about. The truth is that we’re so used to working (and feeling guilty when we don’t) that our brains fight us every step of the way. We end up either never taking breaks or taking breaks that aren’t restorative. How do you prepare your mindset to take the break you deserve as both a small bus

5 Reasons to Join a Book Club

Nov 20 2024 13 mins  
Are you on the fence about joining a book club? Over the years, I’ve had both good and bad experiences with book clubs, and I currently host one inside the Freelance Editors Club. In this episode, I’m sharing my top five reasons to join a book club and tips on finding the right one for you.

Elevate Your Business Processes with Akua Konadu ft. HoneyBook’s 2025 Growth Guide

Nov 06 2024 37 mins  
Do you see other entrepreneurs seamlessly taking on new clients while you’re piecing together your processes like a puzzle? In today’s episode, Akua Konadu, host of the Independent Business Podcast, joins us to share valuable insights on how you can grow your business. Listen in as she breaks down some of the major findings that came out of the research behind Honeybook’s 202

How to Add a New Product or Service to Your Editing Business

Oct 23 2024 23 mins  
Are you ready to expand your offerings? Maybe you've elevated your skill set and you want to add a different type of editing, or maybe you want to create a product that'll meet more of your clients’ needs. In this episode, we’re diving into everything you need to think through before you introduce a new product or service to your editing business. Is now the right time? How d

Four Ways to Get Unstuck in Your Business

Oct 09 2024 16 mins  
Have you ever felt “stuck” in your business or personal life? I’ve experienced this lately, so I wanted to share some tactics I use to help myself feel unstuck. I’m sharing these tips to illustrate that even coaches need coaches, just like editors need editors. I want to normalize the fact that everyone needs help. Sometimes I need someone else to tell me something in a di

Professional Boundaries: How to Protect Your Editing Business with Contracts

Sep 25 2024 22 mins  
Do you have clear boundaries for your business? In this episode, we discuss what boundaries you should have as an editor, why they’re important, and how you can enforce them using contracts. Disclaimer: This is not legal advice. I’m not a lawyer, but I am related to one, and we created an editing contract template that you can use with your editing clients. Find it here.

Why I No Longer Review Books as an Editor

Aug 28 2024 15 mins  
Should you review books as an editor? Back in the day, I used to be a book blogger (which is now called a book reviewer), but I stopped when I became an editor. Why? In today’s episode, I’m telling you exactly why. Disclaimer: I am not saying that editors cannot review books. Some people can do both and it works really well for them. I think you should do what feels right for