Boston Edits, LLC

10/30/2024

I came home from vacation to this in my inbox, sent by a client. Could not think of a better way to get back into the swing of things! Thank you so much, youknowwhoyouare!!!

08/07/2024

This fascinates me. Also, in case you were wondering, the word
'sarcasm,' is rooted in Greek meaning to 'tear flesh.' Ouch.

03/24/2024

Something I've noticed that perplexes me: A business owner will spend a large amount of money for a full brand campaign, specifically, their logo and tagline. Then they don't follow up on two very important action items:

1/ They do not request a flash drive (or upload to their Dropbox or Google docs account) with all of the materials their graphic designer worked on. This includes all EPS, JPG, etc. files of every single iteration of their brand materials.

2/ They do not engage the services of a licensed IP attorney to TM those materials.

I ask myself why? If, as a savvy business owner, you've spent the money, you must make sure you close the loop on this branding exercise. To not do this is foolish.

First, if it's not included in the engagement contract with the graphic designer, add your own clause that upon completion of the project, the designer has a couple of business days to get all of those materials to you. Just do it.

Second, once you have everything, make it a priority to get your logo and tagline to an IP attorney. I know a couple of stellar IP attorneys, if you don't know whom to trust.

02/21/2024

Recently, at a networking meeting, I complimented someone who had the foresight to trademark herself as "The Mortgage Lady." What a great idea! She told me that I should trademark myself as "The Word Lady."

I am pleased to say that that particular trademark was available, so I have now appropriated it for myself.

The Word Lady™ has spoken.

02/14/2024

JOB POSTING: Pinta Law Group is actively seeking an associate attorney for its business and defense litigation practice. This is a full-time, on-site position for an attorney with strong writing skills and a minimum of three years of experience, who is eager to learn from a forty+ year senior attorney.

If you or someone you know would be interested in this full-time, on-site position, please forward this link to them:

https://pintalawgroup.com/were-hiring

South Shore business and defense litigation law firm handling complex multi-party cases seeks a full-time attorney with a minimum of two to three years’ experience. Strong writing skills are critical. Background in civil litigation including motion practice, familiarity with the rules of civil pro...

01/09/2024

I have an axe to grind with Calendly. There is nothing wrong with their technology or their service. Their spelling is a different matter.

As you can see from the screenshot I took of my email signature block, the word 'complementary' here is incorrect. Spelled with an 'e,' the word means 'to complete.' The meaning I'm going after in this context is 'as a courtesy, free.' That word is spelled with an 'i.' Complimentary.

I noticed this a while ago and nearly had kittens when I thought that I somehow misspelled the word - for all to see, no less. Very bad. Nope. It wasn't me. It's the Calendly hyperlink protocol.

This brings me back to my axe that needs grinding. They still haven't fixed it.

Don't rely on spellcheck.

01/07/2024

Good article. Written for fiction, but a lot of it applies to non-fiction, which applies to me and most of which I already knew. Good reminders, though, as I begin 2024 in earnest.

11/13/2023

Pick your favorite. I have mine.

09/19/2023

Everyone, a colleague of mine looking for someone who speaks French to assist with helping organize the local travel plans for about 20 conference attendees from France on October 5th. Please PM me if interested. Merci!

08/27/2023

PSA: If you have an Android phone, please consider setting up a Google Inactive Account Manager. This is a legacy setting so that when you die, someone whom you trust has access to all of the data on your phone, like your pictures, texts, etc. You do not want your IP to become the property of Google.

An easy way to prepare for the inevitable with Google's Inactive Account Manager

08/10/2023

This afternoon, I had a Zoom meeting with Lily Xu, Creative Director of Ellifont Design. We are members of a national networking organization. During our conversation, I mentioned to her that the blog page on her website caught my eye. In particular, this article is about tips every business owner needs to keep in mind when using design work to support their brand. With her permission, I'm posting her article.

Part 2: Design Now that you’ve read part 1, the DIY tips on curating your content and message, it’s time for the fun part: designing it! Below are a few design tips to help you stay on track and get your message across. It doesn’t matter if you’re working in Microsoft Word, Canva or Adobe [....

06/10/2023

To all of my creatives:

Someone I know is looking for an editor for young adult fiction. Any professional recommendations would be appreciated.

05/22/2023

https://bostonedits.com/podcasts

One of the services Boston Edits, LLC is known for offering B2B professionals is a podcast segment. Professionally engineered in partnership with the Boston Podcast Network, it's a great way for my clients to express what their subject matter expertise is and allows for greater distribution to audiences, by more fully showcasing what it is that makes them better and different from others in their field.

And now that the pandemic is officially over, Boston Edits, LLC is pleased to welcome podcast guests to film in the studio, for the total podcasting experience!

In addition to the podcast, I publish a blog commensurate with the segment. This strengthens SEO visibility for my clients.

If interested in learning more about this service offering, please reach out to me via email (it's the best way to get in touch with me) at [email protected].

I'd love to have you on the show!

Your Voice Heard Through the Written Word™

05/22/2023

NEED: looking for a connection to the French Library in Boston. If you have a connection there, please PM me. Merci!

05/20/2023

This sums it up nicely.

05/20/2023

03/29/2023

Finally, Boston Edits, LLC has its own FB page! Of course, it is no substitute for my website, but it is an important enhancement.