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The Proofreading Business PodcastFrom corporate burnout to proofreading freedom in Panama: Graduate interview with Amy Leyva031: After three decades in the pharmacy and insurance world, Amy found herself in a soul-sucking job. Between rising stress, health challenges, and the dream of returning to her childhood home in Panama, she knew something had to change.That’s when she discovered transcript proofreading — and everything shifted.In this episode, Amy shares how she went from working in the pharmacy world full-time in California to a freelance proofreader living in Panama — and why learning this skill gave her the freedom to live life on her own terms.You’ll hear:Amy’s journey...
2025-11-0554 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastHow Tracey's proofreading side hustle gave her four-figure months and financial freedom. Graduate Interview with Tracey Nichols030: After trying a handful of businesses that never quite clicked, Tracey Nichols discovered transcript proofreading -- and it changed everything for her.In this episode, Tracey shares how she went from working full-time and feeling financially stretched to building a flexible proofreading side hustle that gives her freedom, peace of mind, and steady four-figure months.You’ll hear:The moment Tracey decided to give herself one more chance after other ventures didn’t workWhat finally helped her push past fear and start marketing her businessHow proofreading took away the stress of wondering how...
2025-10-3052 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastHow this work-from-home mom built confidence and financial security as a transcript proofreader. Interview with Nerissa HallWhat if it does work out?Ever wondered if you could actually make money proofreading? If you’ve been searching for a way to earn income from home -- without giving up your flexibility-- this episode is for you.I’m chatting with Nerissa Hall, a proofreader, entrepreneur, and mom who went from working at a sheriff’s department to building a work-from-home business on her own terms. Her story proves that success isn’t about luck -- it’s about learning a skill, taking action, and making it work for y...
2025-03-041h 00The Proofreading Business PodcastFrom three jobs to full-time proofreader: How Sheila reinvented her career in her 60s. Graduate interview with Sheila Prochnow028: Do you feel stuck in a dead-end job and wonder, Can I really build a new career from scratch? If so, you need to hear Sheila’s story.Sheila joined my Transcript Proofreading Academy while working three jobs…and (spoiler alert!) she was able to quit them all and become a full-time proofreader!Sheila is no stranger to reinvention and hard work.✔️ She taught abroad in Japan and Brazil.✔️ She owned a café with her husband for over a decade.✔️ And when life threw yet another curveball her way, she relied on her resourcefulne...
2024-11-2534 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastFamily, faith, and making it work: How Katie built her proofreading business to support the life she needed. Graduate interview with Katie Hallmark027: What if I told you you could have a work-from-home business that fits your life?We’re so used to (and tired of!) the idea of hustling to make an income while putting our lives, relationships, and happiness on the back burner.Katie and I are here to tell you that it doesn’t have to be that way!Today on the podcast, we’re discussing what a relief it is to have a proofreading business that fits around our lives.Tune in here as my TPA grad Katie...
2024-11-061h 19The Proofreading Business PodcastFrom nursing to freelance proofreading and motherhood: Graduate interview with Candace Camacho026: You're thinking about proofreading...but you're wrestling with some serious imposter syndrome.You keep asking yourself:What if grammar doesn’t come easily to me? Can I still have a proofreading business? Will my clients take me seriously if they find out I'm not a grammar genius? Worse yet, how will I be able to get clients when I'm an introvert through and through and the idea of marketing makes my skin crawl? If those fears are nagging at you, this podcast episode is for you...
2024-10-2328 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastHow to be patient with yourself as you start your business025: If you’re like me, it's hard to start something new and not be instantly good at it. We go-getter people want to jump in and be the best right away. Take proofreading, for example. We want to know yesterday how to proofread, set up our rates, and get clients. And not only do we want to know how, we want to be really good at the snap of a finger.That pressure we put on ourselves to be perfect right from the start? It’s real! In this podcast episode, I talk a...
2024-10-1126 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastBalancing motherhood and business: Lisa's work-from-home journey as a transcriptionist, proofreader, and homeschool mom of five024: Lisa Eldridge is a transcriptionist and transcript proofreader with over 20 years of experience owning her own freelance business -- and she's a homeschool mom of five! In this episode, Lisa shares her journey from being a young mom seeking a work-from-home opportunity to becoming a skilled transcriptionist and later transitioning into transcript proofreading.Lisa discusses the differences between transcription and proofreading, the challenges of balancing work with raising children, and the rewarding aspects of building a home-based career. Lisa also offers valuable advice for other moms juggling similar responsibilities. Tune in for Lisa's p...
2024-09-2653 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastHow this former court reporter found freedom and fulfillment as a transcript proofreader. Graduate interview with Renee Taylor023: I have a surprise for you! One that’s been a long time in the making.I interviewed one of my OG grads on the podcast this week!That’s right – Renee is one of the handful of students who guinea-pigged my Learn How to Be a Transcript Proofreader course back when it was a live 8-week program! But that’s not all!Renee was also an old-school court reporter! 🤯From X-ray tech…to court reporting school…to retail and beyond, Renee knows what it means to commit and “do what you have t...
2024-08-231h 22The Proofreading Business PodcastDo you trust yourself to be happy?022: Am I the only one who does this weird thing where when you notice yourself feeling happy, you course correct to bring yourself back down?As soon as you catch a break, experience a win, or have joy show up in your life, your knee-jerk reaction is to tell yourself, Well, this won’t last long. When we stop to think about it and admit it out loud like that, it does seem silly that we do that, doesn’t it? (I’m saying we because I do the same thing!)Why can...
2024-08-0820 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastA dramatic mindset makeover: How this nurse in her 40s persevered and built her dream proofreading business. Graduate interview with Tristan Brant021: Have you ever felt defeated after trying something new?Maybe you felt optimistic about learning a new skill (like transcript proofreading!) or taking on a new job or even pursuing a new hobby.And then suddenly, you’re slapped right between the eyes with how unnatural it feels.(Excuse me, but that hobby was supposed to be stress-REducing, not stress-INducing!)Maybe you even got so frustrated trying to be instantly good that you threw it away entirely and quit. I know it is no small feat to pick yourself up...
2024-07-2541 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastBreaking free from the grind: Colleen's path to work-life balance as a transcript proofreader. Graduate interview with Colleen Hayes020: English class was always Colleen's favorite class, and she loved reading and being analytical. She went to college for a degree in Literature and even taught English abroad for a couple years in Europe.When she returned home, she entered the traditional workforce, setting her passion for English aside. She soon found though that she struggled with a 40-hour work week and felt guilty when she needed time off. Her mental and physical health -- and her life! -- were all taking a back seat to her work.Now in her early 30s, Colleen felt...
2024-07-0256 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastHow this UK mom built a thriving transcript proofreading business to be present with her family: Graduate interview with Kerry Walters019: Can you proofread transcripts even if you live outside of the US? Kerry Walters, a UK mom and successful transcript proofreader, says YES! Join Kerry in this episode as we talk about working for US clients while living in the UK! And beyond that, Kerry shares her transition from full-time work to general editing and proofreading and then to transcript proofreading, working with a big time zone difference, the power that comes from stepping outside of your comfort zone, the benefits transcript proofreading has been for her mental health, and the flexibility and f...
2024-05-1458 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastDo court reporters need proofreaders? A court reporter's perspective on transcript proofreading018: Spoiler alert: Court reporters need (and want!) to work with transcript proofreaders.Seasoned court reporter Val Melkus joins me on this episode for a frank, honest talk about why court reporters rely on transcript proofreaders and why she considers them an indispensable asset to her job.She also shares what court reporters look for in a transcript proofreader and what's important -- and not important! -- to a successful relationship.To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode018
2024-05-0235 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastClearing your mental clutter: Practical strategies to manage overwhelm and make your proofreading business goals happen017: Ever feel like you're stuck in a whirlwind of stress and overwhelm as you hustle to get your proofreading business off the ground? It's a struggle most of us face, and it usually leads to one of two things: either we freeze up or go into full-on panic mode, trying to do everything at once and ending up frazzled.It doesn't have to be that way though! In this episode, I break down the same steps I take when I start feeling overwhelmed with everything I need to do so that I can focus, make progress, and...
2024-04-1845 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastLiving life to the fullest: How this 71-year-old retiree has fun making money on her terms as a transcript proofreader. Graduate interview with Deborah Schuster016: At 71 years old, Deborah had had an extremely rewarding career she had recently retired from, and she was excited to take life at a slower pace. However, watching Netflix all day was too slow for her. She wanted to travel more with her husband and not worry about finances.That meant she needed a job she could enjoy but wouldn't pull her out of her retirement lifestyle. She found transcript proofreading, studied hard to build up the necessary skills...and then a very unexpected medical challenge stopped her in her tracks.In this episode, Deborah...
2024-03-0641 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastThe compliment effect: How your words make a difference as a proofreader015: As proofreaders, we know the difference between "compliment" and "complement." In fact, as proofreaders, we're experts at making words perfect for our clients. We look to make sure all the right words are used and that there aren't any dropped, flipped around, duplicated, or misspelled words. We want our clients' words to look perfect. But you know what's just as important as knowing the difference between "compliment" and "complement"? Knowing how to use our words to bless others and ourselves with compliments.Join me on World Compliment Day as I take a...
2024-03-0137 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastFrom a toxic job in healthcare to finding happiness as a transcript proofreader: Graduate interview with Jill Bambauer#014: Jill had worked 20+ years in the healthcare industry, but her workplace environment was toxic. Instead of loving her job, she regularly found herself crying, angry at coworkers, and feeling unappreciated. Now in her 40s, Jill had a choice to make. Struggle on until retirement or make a change. And she decided to give herself a chance and prove she could start something new.The journey to becoming her own boss as a transcript proofreader was not easy and it took her longer than she thought it would, but she stuck with it, and today she's...
2024-02-221h 09The Proofreading Business PodcastHow to travel the world for free as a proofreader and house sitter: Expert interview with Loni Nelson#013: Do you dream of traveling the world as a proofreader?Or maybe globe-trotting isn't your thing, but you'd like to take longer vacations, stay in beautiful venues, and visit places that have been on your bucket list for years. Loni has cracked the code on the perfect way to make it happen! As a full-time house sitter and pet sitter, Loni teaches couples how to travel more and live for free. In this episode, she joins me to share how she packs up her laptop and travels whenever and wherever she wants without...
2024-01-2556 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastFrom working nights in retail to CEO of her own business: How this mom found flexibility and financial freedom as a transcript proofreader#012: Samantha was making minimum wage working nights in retail. Last Christmas, she sold personal belongings to be able to afford gifts for her kids. She and her husband kept their chins up, but it was tough.But then Samantha stumbled across transcript proofreading, and everything changed.She quit her job, had a four-figure week less than two months after launching her own business, and now she can do "little" things like take off on a hike with her kids whenever she wants.You will be inspired by Samantha's incredible journey and...
2023-11-211h 09The Proofreading Business Podcast7 of your biggest transcript proofreading questions answered#011: If you've been thinking about transcript proofreading but still have a few questions to be sure this is a good fit, this episode is for you!Inside, I give fast, honest answers to seven of your biggest transcript proofreading questions:- Can I still proofread if I don't live in the United States?- How much money can I make as a transcript proofreader, and how fast can I start making that money?- Will this work for me if I have a full-time job?- Will this work for me...
2023-11-1734 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastHow a 71-year-old retired nurse started her successful transcript proofreading business: Graduate interview with Janet St. Angelo#010: Janet started her transcript proofreading business at 71 years old! She wanted to supplement her retirement income so she could live comfortably and enjoy her retirement years -- all while keeping her brain sharp and building the relationships she craved. Tune in to hear Janet's inspiring story of overcoming her fear of failure, the wonderful success she's experiencing, how she gets rave reviews from her clients, her encouragement and advice to those thinking about starting a transcript proofreading business, and how she believes you too can go after your dreams...at any age. To grab the s...
2023-09-2852 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastHow this neurodivergent mom makes four figures a month as a proofreader: Graduate interview with Kat#009: Kat makes four figures a month as a transcript proofreader. She's neurodivergent. She's a wife and a mom. And she works a full-time job along with a few side hustles. In this episode, Kat joins me to talk about how she uses her ADHD and dyslexia as superpowers to make her an exceptional proofreader. You'll love her frankness as she shares the challenges she worked through, the mindset she developed to become successful, and her encouragement for you if you're thinking about being a proofreader as well.To grab the show notes for...
2023-07-2756 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastBecoming a book editor: More than a red pen and grammar rules with guest expert Tara Whitaker#008: Expert book editor and coach Tara Whitaker joins me on this episode to discuss all things editing! She covers the different types of editing, how to get training and support, the steps you should take first before you start your business, and the importance of being part of a community and sharing kindness in order to be a successful editor.Curious about editing and if it's the right new side hustle for you? Listen in!To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach...
2023-06-291h 00The Proofreading Business PodcastFrom working full-time in a grocery store to being her own boss as a transcript proofreader007: Kate went from working full-time at a grocery store, reporting to a boss, and dealing with workplace drama to working completely for herself as a transcript proofreader. How did she do it all? In this episode, Kate shares her zen approach to building a successful proofreading business while still working full-time and how instead of letting stress and overwhelm get to her, she actually enjoyed the process. To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode007Hit subscribe and go from e...
2023-06-1538 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastScoping: The secret, money-making freelance business#006: Scoping is a freelance business that can make you a few thousand dollars a month, but there's a good chance you've never heard of it before. Scoping is an in-demand, money-making skill and it fits right in alongside transcript proofreading. In fact, many transcript proofreaders have added scoping to their skillset as yet another awesome way to make money.In this episode, I'm here with Linda Evanson, the most respected and experienced scoping instructor online, to talk about what scoping is, how much money you can make as a scopist, what skills you need to b...
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The Court Reporter Podcast#23 - Managing the Finance Department of our Businesses - Part 2 with the Proofreading Business CoachSend us a Text Message. Here, Elizabeth Wiegner and I continue our chat about running our businesses, and one of the similarities between court reporters and proofreaders is the fact that we have similar ways of billing our clients (varying rates depending on the type of job, irregular/varying deadlines, job-by-job basis, etc.) So Elizabeth and I discussed the struggles of running the financial department of our businesses, and she shares a simple and easy way she makes sure to take care of hers!
2023-05-2122 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastHow your attitude affects your success#005: Do you tend to downplay your goals? Do you think about them in terms of far away, many years down the road, just dreaming?In this episode, I share something a coach told me years ago that took my breath away and helped me look at success in a whole different light. Now I'm sharing it with you! To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode005Hit subscribe and go from excuses to action as you build a life of f...
2023-05-1516 min
The Court Reporter Podcast#22 - Taking Care of the Most Important Person in your Business (YOU!) with Elizabeth Wiegner - Part 1Send us a Text Message. It's important to take care of the things we invest in, such as our cars, computers, steno machines, etc... everything requires maintenance in order to keep working smoothly. Same goes for us! Since WE are our most important assets, then we must take care of ourselves first in order to take care of our businesses as well as our loved ones. We can't show up fully for anyone else if we don't first do it for ourselves. Check out Episode 22 with a successful entrepreneur and business coach, Elizabeth Wiegner, who trains proofreaders...
2023-05-1528 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastHow this nurse and mom of three makes money from home as a transcript proofreader: Graduate interview with Candis Lee#004: A mom never wears just one hat, and Candis isn't an exception. Candis is an RN, a wife, a mom...and a successful transcript proofreader. In this episode, Candis joins me to talk about how she juggles her busy life with three little kids and how transcript proofreading has changed her life in ways she never imagined. To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode004Hit subscribe and go from excuses to action as you build a life of freedom a...
2023-05-0438 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastThe two (very different) types of proofreading#003: There are two very different types of proofreading -- general proofreading and transcript proofreading. Being good at or trained in one type doesn't mean you're automatically qualified for the other (or that you will even like the other!). So what’s the difference between both and how do you know which one’s right for you?Listen in to find out what the differences are, how much money you can make, and the pros and cons to general and transcript proofreading. Hit subscribe and go from excuses to action as you build a life of freedom...
2023-04-1931 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastYour side hustle isn’t selfish#002: Starting a business takes time and when you're already busy, spending time on your business can feel selfish. Shouldn't you be spending that time with your kids, your significant other, family, friends, and unfinished house projects instead?Inside this episode, I share why learning a new skill, building your side hustle, and getting clients aren't selfish -- and why it's actually selfish if you don't go after your goals. Hit subscribe and go from excuses to action as you build a life of freedom as a proofreader!To grab the show notes for t...
2023-04-1918 minThe Proofreading Business PodcastThe podcast that almost never happened#001: If the thought of starting something new sounds intimidating to you -- or maybe you're feeling some imposter syndrome sneaking in -- know you aren't alone. Join me, Elizabeth Wiegner, an entrepreneur for 20+ years, as I share how I still get that queasy feeling as I dive into a new adventure and how you can push through those feelings to make your goals happen too.Hit subscribe and go from excuses to action as you build a life of freedom as a proofreader!To grab the show notes for this episode, including any...
2023-04-1919 min
Take Action Podcast With Nicole SimmonsSpecial Message: The UnSung Mother with Nicole and ElizabethIn this episode, Nicole and her guest Elizabeth Wiegner share their stories and special message for women who experience Mother's Day differently. They discuss a vulnerable tender topic of miscarriage and infertility and the challenging and conflicting emotions many women experience around Mother's Day. They offer comfort, support and encouragement to help women understand they're not alone, valued and seen. They discuss self care practices, boundaries, identifying triggers, healing and steps to moving forward. They also share tips on how family and friends can show empathy and care for the Unsung Mother in their lives. ...
2021-05-091h 09
Christian Women in BusinessCelebrating YOU - International Women's DayIt is International Women’s Day. As part of our contribution, we want to celebrate all the amazing women out there who are running businesses and who are in leadership. We are sharing their 30 second elevate pitch. We are excited to support them and cannot wait to support you, too!Marie Fox - CRAFTY FOX BY DESIGNSusan Gygax - SPECTACLE TALENT PARTNERS Elizabeth Wiegner - THE PROOFREADING BUSINESS COACH Jess Lopes - INSIGHT OUT MARKETING Bronwynx Croxford - MINDSET COACHLinda Karkafi- COMMCENTRICElla Mizzi - INSI...
2021-03-1007 minTake Action Podcast With Nicole SimmonsEP 23: Turn Your Skills Into Your Side Hustle with Elizabeth WiegnerDo you want your skills to help you make money? In this episode, Nicole chats with Elizabeth Wiegner about how she turned a simple skill of proofreading into a money making machine. She shares how following some practical steps you can use to begin using your skills to start your side hustle. They also discuss time management, work life balance and "no kids" shaming that she has received because she chooses to work from home and doesn't have children. You will learn how to gain support to start your journey. Elizabeth Wiegner www.mak...
2020-11-0333 min