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September 24, 2023September 23, 2023 demizach Copy Fails, copywriting, proofreading, Uncategorized

Native-speaking proofreaders are for losers, right? I’m smart enough

"I don't need a proofreader, much less a native-speaking proofreader"—are you sure about that? Evidence to the contrary would indicate we all need proofreaders, especially when writing in a language other than our native language—no matter how short your copy is.

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.

July 30, 2023August 20, 2023 demizach Uncategorized

How I post daily on Instagram and three other social media platforms

If you've followed me for any amount of time, you know I post regularly. Every day, in fact. This takes effort, organization, and planning. Find out just how much and learn how I'm able to post daily on Instagram and three other social media platforms.

July 2, 2023July 5, 2023 demizach Copy Fails, copywriting, Grammar, proofreading, Services, Uncategorized

Free list of approved English signs Korean businesses can use to look professional

I post daily about awkward English signs in Korea. After doing this for 2 years, I've documented the most common mistakes I've found and shared the correct way to write these signs to help your business appear more professional.

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.

May 7, 2023May 6, 2023 demizach copywriting, Grammar, Tools of the Trade, Uncategorized

How a freelance copywriter and proofreader gets answers to tricky English grammar questions

Getting answers to tricky English grammar questions can be quite a challenge, even for me! See what tools and tricks I use to get to the bottom of things when Grammarly and simple Google searches don't cut it.

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.

March 12, 2023March 15, 2023 demizach copywriting, Grammar, Uncategorized

6 reasons why error-free copy is always better than text full of mistakes

Surely spelling and grammar only matter in academia, right? But is that really true? When was the last time writing something correctly worked out bad for you? How about a typo or a misspelled word? How often have those mistakes benefited you?

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.

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December 19, 2021December 20, 2021 demizach Uncategorized

5 ways to determine if the proofreader you’re considering is competent

How can you decide if a proofreader is competent enough to proofread your writing when you aren't aware of the mistakes you're making? You're not a native English speaker—how can you determine if an English proofreader is qualified? This post outlines some strategies you can use so you'll feel more confident hiring a proofreader.

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.

Picture of cards on table displaying the phrase less is more, indicating that a larger vocabulary isn't always better for comprehension
August 22, 2021January 2, 2022 demizach Grammar, Language Learning, Uncategorized

How can I increase my vocabulary? Size doesn’t always matter!

Learning more words is rarely the solution to comprehension troubles. How well do you know the 2,000 most frequently used words? Even if you have no interest in language learning, this post clearly demonstrates how challenging English can be—even when only using simple words.

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?

I young man wearing a mask, standing between the words lock and down. Introduces how desperately the Seoul government could've used an English copywriting or English proofreading service before they published their new Level 4 COVD-19 guidelines
July 25, 2021August 22, 2021 demizach Grammar, proofreading, Uncategorized

Is it any wonder so much awkward and unprofessional English abounds in Korea?

The number of errors, the awkwardness of the English, and the formatting used in this official government announcement on new COVID-19 regulations does little to motivate citizens to attempt to display properly written English in their place of business.

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July 11, 2021August 22, 2021 demizach Uncategorized

10 ways learning English as a second language is like playing the guitar

Over the years, I've noticed a number of similarities between language learning and learning to play the guitar. I examine 10 of those similarities in this post.

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May 30, 2021August 22, 2021 demizach copywriting, proofreading, Services, Uncategorized

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DC CopyPro is happy to announce the launch of its completely free English Consulting Service. Get the answers you need to quick questions about English, when you need them.

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