When I first started my editing and writing career, I was once asked whether I thought I’d get bored, sitting in front of a computer all day — after all, I’d spent many years in a hands-on laboratory environment as a scientist — “Surely life at a desk is not for you?” I was asked. Editing, far from being boring, is a…
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A second set of eyes
There’s no doubt that a second pair of eyes is useful when performing any kind of writing. Editors are communications experts who can help you create concise, professional documents. A good editor will improve flow, check for consistency, catch embarrassing typos, make suggestions to improve the overall clarity of your document, and check for adherence to all manner of…
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