We’re talking all about social and intellectual wellness in this episode. There’s a lot to mull over, including the difficulty of making friends as an adult, cultivating critical thinking skills, and why you shouldn’t outsource your brain.

In this episode, we’re diving into mental and emotional well-being tips for freelance editors. Specifically, I’m talking about how our thoughts and emotions show up in our businesses and how I process my emotions. I’m also going to share some self-care ideas that can benefit your mental and emotional health.

"If you want to confront your relationship with money, start a business." Have you heard this saying before? I couldn’t agree with it more. Nothing makes you get up close and personal with your finances than running your own business. In this episode of The Modern Editor, we’re continuing our series on self-care, but this time we’re talking all things money.

Welcome to a brand-new series on The Modern Editor Podcast all about health, wellness, and self-care. As freelancers, it’s easy to let our health fall by the wayside, especially in busy seasons. In this episode, we’re exploring physical and environmental health and how we can take care of ourselves in a holistic way. Content warning: We’ll be talking about food and exercise.

Instead of a typical goal-setting exercise to kick off the new year, I’m walking you through some writing prompts to get your creative juices flowing.  Think of it more as a new year vibe check to help you ease into the year.

I can’t believe I’m typing this, but we’ve made it to the final episode of The Modern Editor of 2025. Naturally, I decided to use this episode to reflect on what I’ve learned this year, both personally and in my business.

As today’s fast-paced world races toward AI and hyperproductivity, I find myself wanting to slow down and take a different route. However, every once in a while, I start to second-guess myself. I wanted to open up an honest discussion about it in this episode of The Modern Editor. Specifically, let’s talk about when friction can be good for our lives and editing businesses.

In this episode, we’re getting back to the basics of what a newsletter is, what it entails, and whether or not you need one for your business. Listen in as we explore a powerful communication tool that can help free you from the social media circus.

Is social media the right marketing engine for your business? In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite lessons and giving you a behind-the-scenes look into what’s happened with my business since I’ve been off social media for the past month. 

Are you considering adjusting your use of social media? My guest, Amelia Hruby, logged off social media for good in 2021 and hasn’t looked back. Now she teaches other business owners how they can still succeed without social media. Listen in as she shares her journey from Instagram content creator to podcaster and self-published author.

If you’re anything like me, your relationship with social media is a bit on the rocks right now. Listen in as I share about my hot-and-cold relationship, my plan for moving forward, and some reflection questions to help you navigate your own relationship with social media.

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.

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.

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.

Ever wish you could hit pause on the day and just breathe for a minute? This special episode 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.

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.

On this episode, I sat down with Daniel Heuman, CEO of Intelligent Editing and creator of PerfectIt, to talk about how this program can help editors.

Ready for a quick-and dirty-business chat? I recently returned from the Craft + Commerce Conference by Kit, and in this episode, I’m sharing my top two takeaways you can implement in your editing business.

You can do all the right things to plan for a break in your business, but coming back to work will still be hard. In this episode, we’re continuing our discussion on taking breaks as a business owner.

In this episode of The Modern Editor Podcast, I’m joined by first-time author Sam Vander Wielen. Her new book, When I Start My Business, I’ll Be Happy, is a practical and transparent guide for online entrepreneurs.