The Modern Editor Podcast

Tara Whitaker
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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.

  1. OCT 1

    Should You Use Social Media to Market Your Editing Business?

    If you’re anything like me, your relationship with social media is a bit on the rocks right now. So let’s talk about it: the good, the bad, and the ugly of social media.  Listen in as I share about my hot-and-cold relationship with social media, my plan for moving forward, and some reflection questions to help you navigate your own relationship with social media. Important Sections:(2:50) My Hot-and-Cold Relationship With Social Media(5:39) Why I Decided to Take a Social Media Break(15:38) You Get to Decide Your Own Social Media Boundaries (16:13) Social Media Reflection Questions(21:10) What if Your Business Relies on Social Media Marketing?(23:37) Join My Social Media Challenge(27:21) Join the Freelance Editors Club in Going Off the GridResources Mentioned:Opal appYour Attention is Sacred Except on Social Media by Amelia Hruby Off the Grid podcastOff the Grid ToolkitOff the Grid episode with Cody Cook-ParrottWork with Me:Grab the Editing Contract TemplateJoin the Freelance Editors Club

    30 min

  2. SEP 17

    Editor Beware: Client Red Flags to Watch For

    We’ve all been there: You start working with a new client and it immediately feels like a bad fit. You might have missed or ignored some red flags that predicted this situation. Don’t beat yourself up; you’re not alone and can learn from these experiences. In this episode, we’re discussing the top client red flags that have me running for the hills. We’ll also go over some common beige flags and tips for avoiding these situations as much as possible. Important Sections:(1:09) Top 11 Red Flags to Avoid(18:06) New Client Beige Flags(21:09) How to Prevent Red Flags(26:58) Don’t Be Afraid to Say NoResources MentionedEditorial Freelancers Association directoryACES directoryWork with Me:Grab the Editing Contract TemplateJoin the Freelance Editors Club

    29 min

  3. SEP 3

    Six Ways to Refresh Your Business

    Does your business need a reset? In this episode of The Modern Editor Podcast, I’m sharing six quick-and-dirty ways to freshen up your business for the back-to-school season. But don’t worry, this episode can still apply to you even if back to school doesn’t impact your schedule, or if you’re listening to it at a different time of year. These six easy tips will make you feel reinvigorated, more organized, and get you starting off a new season on the right foot. Important Sections:(1:38) Tip One: Clear Your Workspace(3:11) Tip Two: Organize Your Computer Desktop(4:39) Tip Three: Clear Out Your Bookmarks and Extensions(5:26) Tip Four: Unsubscribe From Email Lists(7:32) Tip Five: Review Your Subscriptions and Memberships (8:45) Tip Six: Clean Out Your Social Media Following(10:07) There’s No Perfect Time For a Business Reset(10:55) Free Course: Keep Your Digital Life OrganizedResources Mentioned:You Need a Budget appWork with Me:Grab the Editing Contract TemplateJoin the Freelance Editors Club

    12 min

  4. AUG 20

    Launch Before It's Perfect: A BTS Look at the Freelance Editors Club

    In 2021, I took a major leap of faith and launched the Freelance Editors Club, an online community where editors can learn and grow their businesses. I’m amazed at how far our community has come since then, so in this episode of The Modern Editor Podcast, we’re looking back at the history of FEC. Listen in as we talk through how it all started, where the membership is at today, and the exciting things in store for the future.  Important Sections:(1:27) How the Freelance Editors Club Came to Be(9:00) From Then to Now: What the Freelance Editors Club Offers Today(12:27) What’s Next For FEC?(16:16) FEC Member Wins(22:00) Try FEC For Free For 14 DaysMembers Mentioned:Neva Talladen: Otherwordy EditorialAudrey Hodge: Hodgepodge SolutionsPhilippa Hammond: Philippa Hammond EditorialDeborah Taylor: The Blue PencilRosalinda Alcalá: Word BouquetWork with Me:Grab the Editing Contract TemplateJoin the Freelance Editors Club

    23 min

  5. AUG 6

    Tapping, Typing, and Turning Pages: Exploring the Soothing Side of ASMR

    Ever wish you could hit pause on the day and just breathe for a minute? This special episode of The Modern Editor Podcast is your invitation to do exactly that—with a whispered twist. I’m exploring ASMR (autonomous sensory meridian response) for the very first time, combining soothing sounds with editing insights for a brief but blissful moment of calm. And yes, I’m whispering this entire episode thanks to a timely cold that made my voice unexpectedly ASMR-ready. I’m personally a big fan of ASMR and have always wanted to try my hand at it, so I thought it would be fun to do an entire ASMR episode. I am by no means an ASMR artist, but I love watching and listening to ASMR to help me relax. Important Sections: (1:15) What is ASMR?(3:43) ASMR TriggersASMR Artists I Recommend: Moonlight Cottage ASMRShili ASMRGibi ASMRASMR Münür ÖnkanThe ASMR DarlingAngelo Shoe ShineWork with Me:Grab the Editing Contract TemplateJoin the Freelance Editors Club

    12 min

  6. JUL 23

    Ten Copyediting Tips For Book Editors

    Ready to get into the nitty-gritty of copyediting? In this episode of The Modern Editor Podcast, I’m following up on my most popular episode to date: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at My Copyediting Process. I’m sharing ten tips and practices for copyediting manuscripts, like how to spell “blonde” and whether or not you should capitalize the word “god.” I hope you can apply these tips to your copyediting process, and stay tuned for future episodes in this series for more!  Edit With Me WorkshopIf you want to learn more about my process and pick up some editing tips, I have an Edit With Me workshop inside the Freelance Editors Club. You can essentially sit over my shoulder and watch me edit! Join with a 14-day free trial to access the workshop.  Important Sections:(2:33) Create Your Own Copyediting Process(4:11) Tip One: Blonde or Blond?(7:23) Tip Two: Okay or OK?(8:07) Tip Three: Is God Capitalized? (9:13) Tip Four: Damnit, Dammit, or Damn it?(10:31) Tip Five: Mouthed Words(11:14) Tip Six: Gestures and Facial Expressions(12:55) Tip Seven: Searched Terms(13:36) Tip Eight: Google as a Noun and Verb(14:05) Tip Nine: Off Of (14:54) Tip Ten: 911, 9-1-1, or Nine-One-One?(16:21) Edit With Me WorkshopResources Mentioned:Episode 22: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at My Copyediting ProcessWork with Me:Grab the Editing Contract TemplateJoin the Freelance Editors Club

    18 min

  7. JUL 9

    How to Use PerfectIt to Enhance Your Editing Workflow with Daniel Heuman

    Are you using PerfectIt? If not, I can’t recommend it to freelance editors enough. For years, I let fear and intimidation stop me from taking advantage of this software, and now I wish I could get that time back.  On this episode of The Modern Editor Podcast, I sat down with Daniel Heuman, CEO of Intelligent Editing and creator of PerfectIt, to talk about how this program can help editors. Listen in as he shares about PerfectIt’s origin story, its many features, and an exclusive announcement about what’s next for the program.  Important Sections:(1:03) What is PerfectIt?(5:45) PerfectIt Frees Up Editors to Focus on What They Love(10:28) What Does PerfectIt Actually Look Like?(16:02) What Type of Document is PerfectIt Best Suited For?(24:37) How to Start Using PerfectIt (Especially if You’re Feeling Intimidated)Resources MentionedPerfectItPerfectIt Video GuidesJoin the Style Works beta testing listWork with Me:Grab the Editing Contract TemplateJoin the Freelance Editors Club

    33 min

  8. JUN 25

    How to Harness the Power of Consistency and Storytelling for Your Freelance Editing Business

    Ready for a quick-and dirty-business chat? I recently returned from the Craft + Commerce Conference by Kit, and in this episode of The Modern Editor Podcast, I’m sharing my top two takeaways you can implement in your editing business. Kit (formerly known as ConvertKit) is a platform for business owners that started as an email service provider. I’ve used it for several years, but this was my first year attending this conference. While it wasn’t exclusively for editors, the takeaways can absolutely help us grow our editing businesses. Important Sections:(1:03) All About the Kit Craft + Commerce Conference(3:04) Why Consistency Is So Critical for Business Owners(6:23) Storytelling Will Beat AI Every Time Resources Mentioned:Craft + Commerce Conference by KitEpisode 45: How Editors Can Create Habits That StickWork with Me:Grab the Editing Contract TemplateJoin the Freelance Editors Club

    12 min
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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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  • Creator
    Tara Whitaker
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    60
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2022 | Tara Whitaker
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    The Modern Editor Podcast

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