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Category: Musings

August 27, 2023August 29, 2023 demizach Copy Fails, Musings, Services, Uncategorized

What’s the best relationship name of all time? Boji—depending on how you look at it!

Playing with language can be fun. I make Dad jokes in Korean all the time. But when playing with a language that isn't your native language, do yourself a favor and consult with a native speaker to avoid mistakes like the ones in this post.

June 4, 2023June 3, 2023 demizach copywriting, Musings, Uncategorized

English Korean city slogans—the good, the bad, and the ugly (a definitive guide)

English Korean city slogans are nothing new, though they do tend to change quite often. Unfortunately, they rarely change for the good. Check out this massive collection of English city slogans for cities in Korea, including links to the city sites and commentary on each slogan.

April 9, 2023April 8, 2023 demizach copywriting, Musings, Remote Working, Uncategorized

From EFL teacher to English copywriter and proofreader, two years on—what’s the verdict?

Has it already been more than two years since I left a 25+ year teaching career after being forced out of my university teaching position? Spoiler alert—it has! Find out how I'm doing in my new career, whether I have any regrets, and what the future holds.

An evening skyline of Seoul, with I SEOUL U Seoul city slogan crossed out
January 15, 2023January 14, 2023 demizach copywriting, Musings

I SEOUL U is no more. The new Seoul city slogan is…

I Seoul U is finally being retired. There are four finalists for the public vote on, as they help choose the new Seoul city slogan. Will the new slogan be better? Can it possibly be worse?

November 20, 2022November 19, 2022 demizach Musings

Could anything have been done to avoid the Itaewon tragedy on October 29, 2022?

On October 29 2022, over 150 people lost their lives in a crowd crush during Halloween celebrations in the Itaewon area of Seoul. Authorities claim nothing could've been done to prevent this tragedy, but a closer look suggests otherwise. What can we learn from this horrific tragedy.

October 23, 2022October 22, 2022 demizach copywriting, Musings

Eighteen months into my unplanned career change and things are going…

No one is immune from the curve balls life throws at us. All we can do is try to adapt and roll with the punches. Here's my 18-month update about how my unplanned career change is going, including a few personal updates.

June 26, 2022May 28, 2023 demizach Copy Fails, copywriting, Grammar, Musings

The most common errors and examples of awkward English found in Korea

After more than a year of posting daily examples of awkward English found mainly on Korean signs, clothing, and packaging, this blog post (part 1 of 2) highlights the most common English copywriting errors Koreans tend to make.

April 3, 2022April 2, 2022 demizach Musings, Uncategorized

What’s my key to success as an English copywriter in Korea? In a word—momentum

Writing my first blog in a month after I decided to stop publishing weekly posts has been much tougher than I expected. Reflecting on why, I've realized why I value routine and streaks so much.

March 6, 2022March 7, 2022 demizach copywriting, Musings

Did the great midlife forced career change go according to plan? Nope!

When I decided to switch careers a year ago after a major life event, I believed in myself and had a rough plan. But things don't always go according to plan—but that isn't always such a bad thing.

February 27, 2022February 27, 2022 demizach beginnings, Musings

Finally, one year on—how I got screwed out of my job and why I’m not bitter

Friends and family know that last year I lost my job of +17 years. But only a few people know the full story and all the details. As is often the case, those things that don't kill us make us stronger.

February 20, 2022February 19, 2022 demizach copywriting, Musings, proofreading

How I’ve learned to succeed as a freelance copywriter in under a year

I'm pretty new to copywriting, but in the past eight months, I've learned a lot. I've still got a lot to learn, but I have noticed some trends and patterns among established copywriters and folks like myself trying to find their way in this field.

February 13, 2022February 13, 2022 demizach copywriting, Musings

Dreams of a carefree freelancer dashed by realities of being a remote worker

My days were pretty standard as a teacher, especially after +25 years. Becoming an English copywriter and proofreader in Korea has involved substantial changes to my typical routines. And due to recent developments, my typical day looks quite different than even a few months ago.

The year 2021 written with sparklers
January 2, 2022January 10, 2022 demizach copywriting, Musings, proofreading

How successful was DC CopyPro, English copywriter & proofreader, in 2021?

It's been quite a first year for DC CopyPro, English copywriter and proofreader. In this post, on look back on how my website, Facebook page, and Instagram pages performed. There were more than a few surprises and unexpected stats in this year-end review!

A bearded man wearing a red shirt, eyes closed, fists closed in a "yes, I made" it stance, with a big smile on his face.
November 14, 2021November 15, 2021 demizach copywriting, Musings

9 months in and this English copywriter in Korea thing is working out

I always believed in my ability to switch careers and had confidence that I'd make a good go of it. I couldn't have predicted that my transition to being an English copywriter in Korea would've gone so smoothly—or happened so quickly.

A picture of a unicorn with wings rearing up on its hind legs, wings spread, against white clouds with sun shining through.
October 24, 2021October 24, 2021 demizach copywriting, Musings, proofreading

Wanted: Unicorn—must have three horns, six legs, and stripes

Trying to transition from an English instructor to an English copywriter and proofreader in Korea, was challenging at times, especially after looking at hundreds of job ads. Many job ads looking for an English copywriter or proofreader are actually looking for something else.

September 26, 2021January 2, 2022 demizach Musings, Uncategorized

How can you help make this my second most popular post ever?

Pushing 50, I'm trying to switch careers, part of which involves trying to gain a presence on social media and attract more followers. Social media may be a young person's game, but at its most basic, there's one thing driving it.

A very colorful vector image of the word update against a background of colorful arrows all pointing up, introducing a 6-month update on what it's been like, switching to a career of English copywriting and English proofreading
August 15, 2021November 2, 2021 demizach copywriting, Musings, proofreading, Uncategorized

Is it time to quit after six months of playing English copywriter?

This week is officially six months since I decided to switch careers and become a freelance English copywriter. The freelance lifestyle can be tough. Is it time to end this experiment?

A picture of a male using a laptop while sitting poolside, to introduce the topic of what it's like doing English copywriting and English proofreading on a daily basis
August 8, 2021January 2, 2022 demizach copywriting, Musings

Dying to know how a freelance English copywriter spends his day? Wonder no more!

I glimpse behind the curtain at the magical and exciting life of a freelance English copywriter / content writer.

A vector graphic with the Olympic rings and a gold medal, silver medal, and a bronze medal. Introduces the topic of how Korean names are written in English at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics
August 1, 2021January 2, 2022 demizach Language Learning, Musings

The best way to write Korean names in English? Well, it’s complicated…

Writing your name in English is one of the first things language learners are taught. But watching the Olympics reminded me that writing Korean names in English isn't straightforward.

A picture of a shiny golden gavel, used to deliver the verdict on my decision to switch careers to English copywriting and English proofreading
June 20, 2021August 22, 2021 demizach copywriting, Musings, proofreading

What’s the verdict? Was it a mistake to become a freelance English copywriter?

Part II of a blog post in which I reflect on my decision to switch careers 4 months ago and become a freelance English copywriter. And the verdict is...

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