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[@kenefdz]

I worked for 2 years at a document scanning company years ago and proofreading was all I did 8 hours a day, basically catching errors that were caused by a faulty document scan. As a result, over the years, I find myself catching spelling and grammar errors on TV chyrons and documents. It's a habit I can't break! LOL

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Kenneth Fernandez haha that’s too funny. It’s a great gig.

[@montreljanae]

which company is that because i always find myself proofreading everything and looking for mistakes lol

[@delrey-p]

I'm the same! Hence why I'm watching this video.. it's almost irritating because it annoys the majority of society. Comments such as "grammar police" etc. I just can't help it though!

[@tracyhackney7629]

Lol always

[@Ajibadetunde-mj2zo]

Please name of the company

[@arieltallen5732]

Starting van life and taking the Proofread Anywhere course. Already have one book job set for this month and hoping for many many more.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Yoooo! Thats so awesome congrats on taking action and making things happen.

[@simonb8464]

I've been looking at the course, I don't know if the course is genuine or not. Did you have any prior experience? Also, does the course help you in finding paid clients? Thank you for your time.

[@adrianascott33]

How has it been going? Are you successful doing this?

[@a_s2557]

How did you find it?

[@Rays_Bad_Decisions]

Update us, how did it go?

[@SoulPapiii]

very straight forward thank you im a writer i have over 3000 songs ive personally written myself i think its a clear indicator by the universe that i nust pursue either writing or proof reading in some aspect

[@SoulPapiii]

^

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Okay

[@PurposeandFreedom]

Skip to 4:00 to get to where she talks about the jobs. You're welcome.

[@DelRayDesi]

I have loved reading since elementary school and have been catching grammatical/punctuation errors in books, magazines, and online blogs/articles since 2015. It is a passion for me.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Awesome

[@mimipastry]

I’m actually finishing up the Proofread Anywhere course, I got it while discounted almost a year ago, it gives you great starting tips and practice for getting up skills, building a portfolios and so much. There are two levels of the general course offered and marketing specifics would be accessible within the plus option. I only have the regular currently but I’m sure there are marketing tips and guidance online

[@stateofconsciousness9174]

Hi, what made you decide to pick this course over Knowadays? I’m having a tough time deciding which one to go with.

[@mimipastry]

@@stateofconsciousness9174 I didn’t have a lot of money at the time even with a discount and the other type is more expensive (both the plus and the transcript one) and I wanted to see what the general course had to offer. I hadn’t stuck with it to completion as of current but it wasn’t a bad starting place. There is a supportive Facebook group but only to an extent. The marketing specifics are for the plus students only unfortunately 🙄 So I guess it depends on which you’d like to commit to. I hope I answered your question 😅

[@MikeMcG58]

I am taking the Proofread Anywhere course (the paid version). I have not taken the exam yet, but I can still find work until I finish it. I have had a few jobs, but I have not promoted myself yet. I am still teaching high school English. I am ready to make this a full-time hustle.

[@lorididier5553]

Thanks for the video! I have spotted errors my whole life, as early as 6 or 7, reading menus and finding misspellings. I did medical transcription for 13+ years as well as proofread other transcriptionists’ work, so I may give this a try as a side hustle. 😊

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Awesome you definitely should!

[@bigboss-tl2xr]

Thank you for your concise video with great links. Subscribed!

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Thanks for the sub!

[@cresswellhyams3424]

I am always on the look out for grammatical errors. I am an English major in college, and I am minoring in creative writing with the hopes of becoming an editor/ proofreader. The most common errors that I find are homonyms and quite a bit of mechanic and usage problems.

[@georgek5563]

Until I found this video, and the question posed within, I thought there was something wrong with me!😄😄 Thanks for this.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Hahah not at all! Totally normal.

[@kmazanec]

Same here. People say I'm "too critical," but I just can't help myself. Nobody else seems to see these things!

[@lucid4107]

This keeps happening even when reading books, especially older versions of them. Many typos, and some grammar errors, but especially for emails and texts nowadays. Thank you for this video!

[@michellegarvey241]

Yes! I’m always finding mistakes in the local newspapers and posts on FB. I’m ready!

[@reecelightner]

I received my degree in journalism. I worked in sports public relations for four years out of college however I have not written much in the last 14 years. I want a work from home job and I think this best suits my skills.

[@carrieolsen4160]

Yes! I'm always picking up on grammatical errors.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Carrie Olsen perfect for you then!

[@Theslowandsteadyhomestead]

Thank you so much for this information! I am a stay at home mom with a love for (and many have said a gift for!) writing and editing. I’ve been looking into freelancing options for some time now, and your video gave me the kick in the pants I needed to just DO IT. I set up a profile on UpWork yesterday and have already begun submitting proposals. I am a published author with a personal website and blog, and am giving that information for the prospective clients to check out when I send proposals - haven’t gotten any takers yet but I am hoping someone will give me a chance so I can begin to build some credibility! I’m not going to give up until someone does 😅😏 Thanks again!

[@TheSavvyCouple]

OMG This is amazing! Thanks for commenting. We are so excited that you are taking action and I have no doubt you will find great success.

[@Theslowandsteadyhomestead]

@@TheSavvyCouple thank you!! Do you have any tips on getting my first clients? I’ve sent 6 proposals but no takers yet. I know it’s early on but if you have any tips I’d be so grateful! If I can just get a couple, I think it’d be easier moving forward. I’ve applied for a few really simple, quick turnaround ones just to try to get something and maybe some helpful feedback for my profile in return. But not sure how to snag those first ones 😅

[@tigerspiritjourney]

How's it going with your editing business since 7 months ago? 🙂

[@the_aziza]

@@Theslowandsteadyhomestead HOW IS GOING NOW ?

[@sarahierstein8169]

Would love an update!

[@dm4859]

I'm only applying because the industry NEEDS me so I can be less frustrated when I read articles with mistakes!

[@chrisbee83]

FACTS 😂

[@hollybrian9499]

Always! I would even find errors in my college text books (the last place I'd expected to find them), and I definitely wasn't searching for them.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

That’s great

[@lindalucero5098]

I do find typos all the time when I read stuff! I could definitely be an online proofreader!

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Sounds like it would be a perfect side hustle for you Linda!

[@eloisedelamackey1170]

So do I.

[@johnskills]

Come across errors whilst reading articles online quite often. Great video, much appreciated

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Perfect side hustle for you!

[@johnskills]

@@TheSavvyCouplethanks for the reply. 100% agreed. It's what I want, I just have to find a way to get started.

[@johnskills]

@@VirtuousWomen1969 thanks for this

[@dm4859]

Thank you. In the morning, I'll be back and get ready to pursue. I have a strong background. Thanks for leading us in the right direction.

[@WillieHorne-p1y]

I was a Compositor/ Proofreader for Nesspapers and jobbing offices.

[@josephosorio5718]

Great video, very helpful. Yes, I often see grammatical errors when I read. It is something that happens without any effort, and what I use to determine the trustworthiness of a product or communique. I expect professionalism in product reviews. Without it I will move on to another vendor.

[@sds1011974]

I’ve always picked it up easily. Even in elementary school the teacher had me editing some of my classmates writing activities.

[@celcerut]

Yup! That's definitely me!

[@KeiferElliott]

Yes! effortlessly, meaning not on purpose!! This is exactly what i want to do!!!!

[@elanna0007]

Yep, that's me. I have books where I have them all circled. I did it for other students in college, so I figured why not make money at it?

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Awesome

[@-DollFace-]

Many times I'll be reading a story online like quotev or wattpad, and find grammatical errors, and will read them through and fix the errors myself, finding the best way to form the sentences

[@GinaLynnGuesby]

For this video, I wished that the site names were in a graphic or something that I can see. Something that pops out while you're talking about each website. Or maybe a list that we can see on the side of the screen. I'll re-watch your video just to make my own list, but just a suggestion.

[@katielynnallen2504]

Yes I'm ready!

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Learn everything you need to know to get started with this free workshop. Thesavvycouple.com/proofreadanywhere

[@rslusher4577]

Thank you for your video, I just found you. I want to see more.

[@Suchapill]

Outstanding video. Thanks.

[@eveweroperfect8587]

I always notice grammatical errors in posts and products. And it gives me joy in correcting them.

[@dwht1155]

Yes, I constantly find errors while reading blogs, books, manuals, etc.

[@aryasorensen4028]

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[@mfonabigail-Nurturers]

Yes! This is how I started my job as an editor. My friend noticed I would always notice her errors when she sent me a piece. She asked why not make money off of this?

[@janetteduckworth2968]

Yes, my eye goes immediately to the errors!

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Same!

[@alibeeler7966]

I am definitely dissecting all that I read correcting mistakes. Very interested in this field..

[@TheSavvyCouple]

That’s awesome. You should definitely check out the free proofreading workshop I mentioned in the video. Thesavvycouple.com/proofreadanywhere

[@john78tv]

I have a tricky question: I do proofing for hundreds of clothing designs for a collegiate apparel company like making sure logos are correct, the colors are correct, the spelling for each school is correct, etc. So when doing a job search, would it be more helpful to look under proofing or quality control?

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Quality control it sounds like.

[@Київськийторт]

Isn’t that visual proofreading?

[@carolynvines2027]

Oh, yes! I'm also very sensitive to blockages; and I catch myself thinking of how the text could have better flow.

[@Narutosefu]

Yes, I do...ready

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Love it!

[@westcoastdean]

Very useful information! Thanks so much!

[@leeabram2842]

I've been working as a college writing tutor for over 4 years. I'm now the academic assistant for the university tutorial services & languages & literature departments. In December, I will graduate with a BA in English with a focus on professional writing. I've been researching to determine what I want to do after I graduate and proofreading would be amazing! There is just so much information on the Internet that it is overwhelming. I don't know where or how to start.

[@cindychurch335]

I want to do this !! I used to proofread my husband’s emails. English wasn’t his strong suit. Our grammar is horrible, when I hear a news anchor “I have went…” it’s like nails on chalkboard. 😮

[@mikkiehrlich969]

I have just completed a proofreading/editing course. I am based in the UK.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Nice you should be off and running now! Did you take Proofread Anywhere? thesavvycouple.com/proofreadanywhere

[@Pootycat8359]

Yes, yes, YES! It's VERY rare that I read a comment, on KZbin, or an email, which does not contain errors of grammar and/or, spelling!

[@cynthiarichardson-crooks7776]

Yes I pick up mistakes often in materials I read.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Perfect

[@thanassisstavri8628]

Even though I am not a native English speaker I find so many mistakes in published documents be they typos, grammar and/or syntax errors. My whole education and career since the age of 12 (I am currently 59) has been in English so, I believe, I am well equipped to do this. Would this work from Rome, Italy where I currently reside?

[@danmolition7221]

I just found this video and would like advice how to start as a beginner. I’ve used quill so basically have some knowledge in fixing misspelled words but am extremely interested where to go from here 🤓🧐

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Go to the free training in the description

[@workingmom43ce]

I am looking at doing something like this for a second career. I really do appreciate the information!

[@trevorloko8081]

Have started to work with or not

[@nbd_greens-_-5530]

Yes, I find errors in emails, kindle books, and many other documents. I can't help myself!

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Nice sounds like a great fit for you then.

[@aishashettima7133]

Great video. So informative. Thanks for putting the time in.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Our pleasure!

[@lynnowen7584]

Editing/copyediting is NOT the same as proofreading. The Proofread Anywhere free class explains this.

[@Twizzledoc187]

I’m interested in seeking a side hustle as an online proofreader. I’m at the beginning of the beginning of learning how to do this.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Awesome it’s definitely one of our favorite side hustles since it’s so easy to start, high paying, and has a flexible schedule. Definitely check out the free webinar I mentioned. Here is the link thesavvycouple.com/proofreadanywhere/

[@Jayee9999]

I definitely would like to start doing this! I find it hard to not correct spelling and grammar errors on posts that I see in my Facebook feed by leaving a comment!

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Make sure you take the free webinar so you can get started. Super helpful to hit the ground running.

[@Jayee9999]

@@TheSavvyCouple the link is in the description? Is this course 8 hours?

[@obdrumguard]

I always always find editing mistakes in online publications and i literally am salivating for the chance to get to make a little extra income doing this type of work.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Do it. Sounds like you would be a great proofreader.

[@midnightfire4827]

Grammar police here, looking forward to this video. Thanks!!

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Hope you like it!

[@helenagarcia7456]

yes i catch myself doing that all the time

[@davidforwood8131]

I love grammar and the written word. I'm looking for PRN work to earn a little extra.

[@sigurdtheblue]

I'm never seeing typos and never picking up errors. Just enjoying the ride.

[@ASeedonGoodSoil]

Yes that's me! I do that all the time!

[@cristantejeda4184]

This is great for side income!! Definitely going to start this.

[@ricekrispies1917]

For someone who wants to learn how to write creatively, would this be a good job to also learn about aspects in that category ?

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Starting your own blog or self-publishing your own book.

[@ricekrispies1917]

@@TheSavvyCouple Thanks for the response :)

[@frana.4086]

Thank you for sharing! I am one of those people that finds mistakes easily in most everything I read. How do you determine which company to start with and what type of assignments to accept as a beginner?

[@whtevrdonna]

Thank you so much for providing resources as well!

[@TheSavvyCouple]

My pleasure!

[@MusicKrazyTH]

I'm an avid fiction reader and I have found a few errors as I've read. It drives me a little crazy when I find them because I want to automatically fix it, not to mention that it can potentially jar the reader out of the fiction world. I would love to spend my day proofreading because it would allow me to do something I already enjoy so much. I grew up with my mom and I called her a walking, talking dictionary because if I didn't know a word, she would be able to help me just as well as Google can these days. Any tips for me as a beginner are welcome, because I am interested in making this my stay at home job. I'm highly antisocial, so it would fit me perfectly.

[@TheOneTrueErica]

A lot of times what I'll notice is an incorrect duplication of a word, like "and and," where it's clearly not an intentional choice (in the wonderfully weird ways English can be sometimes). Other times, it'll be "his" or "is" when the opposite is what was meant to be written.

[@sharonnalls9406]

1:25 I am excellent at finding mistakes. Would love to make money at this!

[@lonestartranscription5514]

I am definitely someone who finds errors in something I’m ready no matter what that may be. My friends and family actually get tired of me pointing out their mistakes in text messages. Lol. My friends and family also pick on me because I use punctuation when texting. Lol. Lol.

[@mamaowl3295]

I have been reading texts and reading them correctly in my head with all the typos in them for years.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Why not start getting paid for it?

[@theresataylor8786]

Yes I definitely do this, I see errors a lot just lately. Problem being I live in the UK.

[@adnaniqbal6654]

Highly recommended. Good job 👍

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Thank you! 👍

[@SheWhiteOne]

Yes, I do find errors and want to send it to the author to correct for their next printing.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Nice

[@sabrinae.6361]

Thanks for this video! I’m definitely interested in this field. I’m a chemistry major for my associates, but I’m looking to do either an English/journalism degree for my bachelors. Proofreading and editing is certainly on my radar career wise. This video is very helpful, thank you.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Glad it was helpful!

[@darkaqua88]

I am on the same boat as you, Sabrina. I have worked as a chemist for 15 years. I need a change and I was looking at this as something I can do as I work on raising family and travel.

[@semofarmgirl7642]

Yes, I do spot the errors. At times it has actually bothered me enough to stop reading the material.

[@kathleenfrawley3978]

Hello there. First I would like to tell you that I enjoyed your video and it is very informational. To answer your question regarding if when I am reading something, do I pick out grammatical errors, cap. errors, sentence structure, etc. Oh yes, I do! I have always done that and think it's so funny that I just automatically do this. I'm feeling that perhaps I could earn a bit of money picking out and fixing the mistakes I read. I just need some help in getting started in a possible profession that I should have been doing a long time ago.

[@jessicawhitehead3282]

I am going to try these.

[@omarabdi4264]

This video is soo helpful and I'm looking forward to proofreading as a sidehustle. Thank you for the information and guidance.

[@dorthacummins6364]

Great video and information. I am always finding errors when reading books and websites. They seem to jump out at me. This sounds like a perfect opportunity for me.

[@donna5790]

I hope I don't have to pay because every proof reading professional job of going to you got to pay to use their site but not one block or mentions this

[@harry-ucheukala5501]

Nice Video. I will check the article out on your website.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Glad you liked it!

[@VirtuousWomen1969]

firststrt.com work from home

[@jeweljackson4510]

Im not all ways picking up errors cause don't read always, but seldomly I find sypoes

[@SmithClaire-d6y]

I have a question to ask? Should I pursue education first or should I search for jobs first instead? Or perhaps do both together? A response is appreciated!

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Always both

[@mr.vip317]

Thank you for this valuable info. You Are Appreciated! 💯💯💯🎉🎉🎉

[@baluskhandebharad9654]

You have explained nicely my freind

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[@jag3439]

Yes, I absolutely catch mistakes all of the time in captioning and articles etc etc. I worked with a millionaire who couldn’t spell! It’s just the way my lens is set with my dad having been an English teacher, ESL teacher, and administrator. Most of my 6 brothers and sisters were this way as well so it is embedded! I did sign up and have lifetime access to a proofreading course that ends with a certificate but the support was absolutely terrible I couldn’t endure it.

[@pamwilliams85]

Yes, it happens all the time- I laugh at myself saying to a screen “let me fix that for you!”

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Hahaha 🤣

[@kathleenfrawley3978]

I do the same thing so often....lol

[@trakilatribble6176]

Yes, Brittany; I find myself doing tat ALL OF THE TIME @

[@merlenestewart2147]

I am one of those people who always pick up on misspellings, wrong verb tenses. Can I work from Jamaica with only a cellphone?

[@ianweir6334]

Yes I'm always finding errors in books.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Wow. Even in published books haha

[@createitwithamy5696]

yes i do without trying to, always find errors in texts. It just catches my eye

[@kristenalmonte1110]

I saw your course but I am interested in this part time. Is there sites where we can start immediately. I have a BA in English.

[@Christy120]

Thank you for this useful information.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

My pleasure!

[@rosewang7643]

I am a Native Chinese speaker and speak Mandarin and English

[@islarbaig2184]

Can I use grammarly to proofreading

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Absolutely that's recommended!

[@tubo-banimirobinson7893]

Good morning, how do i set up a professional profile on a proofreading website.

[@jag3439]

And just a tip for anyone watching, that first “free resource” isn’t free. When I tried it it was a short workshop (the teaching part was short) and then basically a very long extended promo for a $600 proofreading course (this was back in 2020, not sure what it costs now.)

[@nancyw232]

Yes especially when I am reading recipes. Once I got through the whole thing and there was not any measurements! How frustrating was that.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Very!

[@darrelstinson3608]

I do and sometimes I contact the person and tell them about it.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

That's great.

[@jceberle2724]

Yes, especially in new books.

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Perfect

[@jamielynhumphries]

Thank you so much for all of this info!

[@TheSavvyCouple]

Our pleasure 😊