Start an Editing Business

Be a writer's best friend.

Help shape the books and other written works that you enjoy reading.

Learn

• Who needs editors

• What is required to get started

• What are the most common editing mistakes

• Where to find answers if you don't have them

• How to sign a client and get paid

• And so much more...

We've aggregated the most valuable resources to help anyone with an interest in editing get started immediately.

01 - Meet your editing mentor and learn about the need and opportunities available to editors

Whether your interest is in editing blogs, ads, books, transcripts, or any other written works, there is high demand for skilled editors. Don't let this opportunity pass you by if you are a natural editor.

02 - What's an editor's true role

Editors hold a great deal of power and influence over the works they're entrusted with. You will learn where those lines are and when it's okay or not okay to blur those lines.

03 - What to do when you get a project

Once people hear that you're starting an editing business, you might start getting calls for lots of projects--whether you're ready for them or not. You'll learn what the minimum requirements are to be successful and what can wait until you've got some time, money, and experience under your belt.

04 - Test your editing skills

After thoroughly learning the most common editing mistakes, your skills will be tested so you can feel confident that you're ready to start taking on paying clients.

05 - Fill your schedule with clients

Learn the best methods of finding clients when you're just starting out and when you have an impressive portfolio to tout.