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Dotting Your Tees

Want to Be Seen as a Pro? Respect Your Craft, Your Readers, and Your Mechanicals

Yep, we’re back on the subject of proofreading for fun and more profit

5 min readApr 29, 2025

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cover of old web detective magazine (attention to proofreading detail)
Even if you’re a detective, proofreading is challenging (Public domain image)

Look, I’ve been at this writing game for a long time–since I was 16, which, let’s just say, was a good few internet ages ago. I was lucky enough to learn from brilliant, brutally honest editors. They didn’t pull any punches, and honestly? That was a gift. So, I’m going to keep it real with you about your writing today.

Here’s a truth bomb: Hitting “publish” before you’ve properly proofread is like serving half-baked cookies. You just don’t do it. And having another pair of eyes — an editor — on everything you put out there (whether it’s on a platform or your own website) isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity. And it’s a key to increasing your writing revenue.

You need to be your own first line of defense

When you’re in the flow of writing, you’re the storyteller. You’re focused on the narrative, the impact of your words, your unique voice, and how it all comes together. That’s the creative magic.

But when it’s time to proofread, your brain needs to switch gears. You become the meticulous technician, focused on the…

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Maryan Pelland, Woman with a Pen
Maryan Pelland, Woman with a Pen

Written by Maryan Pelland, Woman with a Pen

Former journalist with a passion for helping others find their voice, I'm dedicated to the craft of writing. Pen2Profit is my publication.

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