The Definition of Insanity: Expecting Different Results from the Same Editorial Process
Repeated tone issues and unclear messaging across reports aren’t just document errors—they reveal a deeper flaw in the editorial process itself.
Repeated tone issues and unclear messaging across reports aren’t just document errors—they reveal a deeper flaw in the editorial process itself.
At Accuracy Matters, we’ve been supporting clients with multi-volume, multi-author, complex suites of reports since we founded the business in 2012. Find out our top tips for staying calm and maximising efficiency during the project process. Prepare Take some time to prepare ahead of starting work – this will pay dividends later in the process. Think about some of the
Looking back, it was karma for my smugness. Two days before the deadline, I handed in one bound copy of my MA dissertation. I returned to my room and with a purr of satisfaction opened the other… only to spy, on the title page, the word ‘and’ spelled with a central M. It’s been unopened in a drawer ever since.
At Accuracy Matters, we frequently receive questions about how we plan, resource and estimate editorial and content projects. A lot depends on clients’ requirements; however, the following can be used as a general guide.
Editing works best when it’s an open and collaborative process between author and editor – but minor disagreements are very common.
Here’s a round-up of some interesting and useful (or sometimes just fun!) updates and news from the world of language, editing and proofreading. Electioneering Get ready for the General Election on 4 July by brushing up on your election terminology: General Election: Key words and phrases explained Or you could dig a little deeper into political language with this fascinating article
Everyone has a favourite tool that makes life a little easier. At Accuracy Matters, we’re no different (apart from our editorial superpowers!). We’re sharing the useful resources that we like to call on to support us in our roles. Here are a few of our favourite things … (SPOILER ALERT: there are no whiskers on kittens or warm woollen mittens!).
This year was one of big change and big ambition for Accuracy Matters. We worked on more than 300 projects for clients, from display panels of less than 150 words, right through to 800-page reports, ranging from proofreading through to detailed drafting projects and delivering editorial training courses, both in person and online. A snapshot of our work We started
Do you need additional support for your editorial team, ad-hoc assistance, or a reliable regular supplier for a variety of editorial requirements? Tick one thing off your New Year to-do list by outsourcing your editorial in 2024. Read on to discover four reasons why your future self will thank you. 2023 has been a year of firsts for me: first
Every wise employer knows that investing in training keeps their staff satisfied and engaged. Did you know that happy and engaged employees do better quality work and make fewer mistakes? And a well-trained employee has a greater understanding of how to do their job effectively – which in turn leads to more positive outcomes and even more job satisfaction. Accuracy
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