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February 6, 2022February 5, 2022 demizach email

How to write a complaint letter that’ll get you what you want

An effective complaint letter isn't about how loud you rant and stomp your feet. Knowing how to frame your complaint letter and what to include (and what not to include) will help you get your complaint resolved more effectively.

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January 30, 2022January 30, 2022 demizach Grammar, proofreading

Why do those insidious errors keep sneaking into your writing?

Why are casual and seasoned writers alike plagued by errors in their writing? Whether writing text messages or novels, these errors constantly pop up. Even with technology like spell checkers and grammar checkers, how do mistakes still find their way into our writing?

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January 23, 2022January 23, 2022 demizach Language Learning

How learning English number prefixes can increase your vocabulary

Part II of a post on English number prefixes. Along with more examples of common words that begin with number prefixes, this post also examines the Korean counting system and teaches you how to read a 36-digit number.

January 16, 2022January 15, 2022 demizach Language Learning

I bet you can count higher in English than in Korean

Learning a few prefixes can help you improve your understanding and your vocabulary. There are several number prefixes in English. Learning them will help you understand common words in new ways and how to identify large numbers in English.

January 9, 2022January 9, 2022 demizach copywriting, Grammar, proofreading

Why are some hyphens longer than others? Wonder no more!

Are hyphens and dashes the same? If not, what's different? How do you even type them? Answers to these questions (and more) are revealed in this post. This post will explain the differences, help you understand when to use them, and most importantly, how to actually type them!

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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!

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December 26, 2021December 24, 2021 demizach Announcements, copywriting, Language Learning, proofreading

Help me help you—what can DC CopyPro, English copywriter in Korea, do for you?

I know what I like to write about, but what do YOU want to read about? Don't be shy! Get in touch and request a topic (or several) or ask a question. What's the worst that can happen? I may not write about your topic. That's it. What have you got to lose?

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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.

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December 5, 2021January 2, 2022 demizach Language Learning

How many words can you gloss over and still understand something? 

Foreign language learners wonder when they'll be able to read and listen to that language and understand everything. But even native speakers don't comprehend everything they read or hear. What percent of words do we need to understand in order to comprehend a written or oral passage?

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November 28, 2021November 28, 2021 demizach Copy Fails, copywriting, Grammar, proofreading

Is holding non-native speakers to a higher standard than native speakers unfair?

When native speakers make an error, it's usually labelled a typo or a simple mistake. But non-native speakers are not extended the same courtesy. Instead, it is assumed they were ignorant of the rules. Regardless of the reason, too many errors in your writing is never good.

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November 21, 2021November 14, 2021 demizach Copy Fails, copywriting, proofreading

How poor copy destroys trust and costs you customers—[with examples]

Error-free copy alone isn't enough to be effective. Neither is engaging copy full of typos. You need engaging, error-free copy to establish trust, keep people reading, and have them follow your call to action. I use English and Korean examples to demonstrate this point.

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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.

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November 7, 2021January 2, 2022 demizach copywriting, proofreading, Tools of the Trade

Google is clearly superior—so why is Office 365 so popular?

Office 365 has long been the 'go-to' option for offices around the world, but after using Google exclusively for almost a year, it has become painfully obvious to me that Google is far superior to Office 365—so much so that I don't understand why Office 365 is still an option.

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October 31, 2021January 2, 2022 demizach copywriting, proofreading

Why do I need an English proofreader? I don’t make that many mistakes!

As an English copywriter, I always strive to deliver error-free copy to my clients. Despite working as an English proofreader, the occasional error sneaks through. This post examines why this happens and how we can minimize typos in our writing.

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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.

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October 17, 2021January 2, 2022 demizach Copy Fails, copywriting, email, Grammar, proofreading

Certain your poor English won’t get your email flagged as spam? Guess again.

Getting people to open your emails is challenging. Once opened, the chances they'll click on your call to action (CTA) decrease with every red flag—from suspicious email addresses to poor grammar and punctuation.

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September 12, 2021January 2, 2022 demizach beginnings, Copy Fails, Grammar, proofreading

Where did my fascination with funny signs come from?

It wasn't until I did some real thinking about where my fascination for funny signs came from. Even I didn't realize how far back my interest in these signs extended.

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August 29, 2021August 28, 2021 demizach Grammar, Language Learning

Part II—How to increase comprehension using words you already know

Part II—A practical examination of why you should spend your time learning different meanings of words you already know, rather than trying to improve your comprehension by learning more words.

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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.

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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.

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