A Note from Julie, the Greenhouse Curator:

You never realize how much you rely on something until it breaks in half. 😭 RIP to my glasses, which broke this week after years of faithful service. The lenses are fine, but without the bridge, the whole frame is unstable.
 

Thankfully, I’m nearsighted. I don’t need my glasses for close-up work, just for distance—driving, watching TV, or spotting birds out the window. 

But still, it’s an inconvenience. Add one more item to the to-do list: eye exam, new prescription, new glasses—none of which are quick or cheap. 
 

It made me think about how something we barely notice when it’s working can hold everything else together.

What’s the “bridge” in your proofreading or editing business?
 

👉🏻 Maybe it’s a tool you depend on every day.
👉🏻 Maybe it’s a habit that keeps your head clear.
👉🏻 Maybe it’s a system you barely notice until it stops working.
👉🏻 Maybe it's your morning routine, your workspace setup, or a short walk to clear your head.
 

As proofreaders and editors, we’re in a profession built on clarity. And that clarity depends on more than just our eyes; it depends on the systems and habits that keep us grounded.
 

What’s holding your editing life together behind the scenes? Is it time to reinforce it—or build a backup bridge?

We’re having a great conversation about this topic over on LinkedIn, and I’d love for you to join in!
 

How do you approach your proofreading or editing process? Do you read through client content more than once? Does your method change depending on turnaround time? Do you use any tools or software to help you along the way?
 

If you’re on LinkedIn, you can jump into the discussion here.
 

Not on LinkedIn? Just reply to this email and share your thoughts. I’d love to hear how you do it!

Here are three posts I enjoyed reading on LinkedIn this week:

This phrase means “without any more delay.” It's often used right before someone starts doing or saying the main thing they've been leading up to. 💡

Example:
Without further ado, let's begin the presentation.

Catch of the Week screenshots come from my transcript proofreading. I can't change what a person said, but I can make sure words are spelled correctly and punctuation marks are in the right spots. If you're interested in learning more about transcript proofreading, I wrote an article about it here.

Lara from Trained Eye Proofreading

When roots start reaching out the bottom, it’s time for a bigger pot. Harley takes his inspection duties seriously. 😊

Let's keep growing together!

What did you think of today's email? I'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or feedback. Email julie@theproofreadergreenhouse.com

 

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