Comments on: Are the “Proofreading Police” Watching You?

By: 10 Tips For Becoming A Top-Notch Proofreader

10 Tips For Becoming A Top-Notch Proofreader — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:33:25 +0000

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By: Amber

Amber — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 02:02:11 +0000

Great tips! Another proofreading tip is to single out and
check for certain types of errors one at a time. For example:
Go through the text and check only for spelling errors. Then go through the text again, and this time check only that headings and subheadings are formatted consistently. Repeat this process for any particular type of error.

By: Here is a Method that is Helping Writers Find Mistakes in Their Work

Here is a Method that is Helping Writers Find Mistakes in Their Work — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:25:15 +0000

[...] inevitable for an error to sneak in every now and then. If you take the time to edit your writing, however, it can happen less [...]

By: ravi

ravi — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:20:38 +0000

I just had a typo in the first sentence of a newsletter I sent to several thousand. I only did the fourth option – “have someone else read it.” Knew better but did it anyway – in a rush to publish. Blerg!

By: Speakwrite Communications

Speakwrite Communications — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 17:16:16 +0000

Terrific post! People should just seek for professional grammar and writing support as these are key in any writing work. Very useful. Thanks!

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YOU Need a Blog: Part 3 | Anthony Myers Inc. — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:47:35 +0000

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By: jennifer blanchard

jennifer blanchard — Thu, 14 May 2009 18:24:13 +0000

I just came across this article, thought you all might be interested to see it: http://www.readwriteweb.com/archives/errors_by_bloggers_kill_credib.php

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Sat, 09 May 2009 16:03:48 +0000

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By: Carla

Carla — Sat, 09 May 2009 02:48:22 +0000

I know I am guilty of this. Even though I spell check, read everything word by word and make sure I’m using the correct spelling for the word, I know I probably miss something every now and then. I don’t claim to be a great writer or even “OK” editor since this was never a part of my “9-5″ life.

Sometimes I spend more times editing than doing the actual writing.