Editorial Road Rage
You know the feeling: some jerk behind you hammers the horn and flips you off while you wait for the light, even though the sign says “No Turns on Red”; that feeling when someone tailgates, or cuts you off, or…
Writer, Editor, Helper
(The Subversive Copy Editor)
Writer, Editor, Helper
(The Subversive Copy Editor)
Category Copyediting and Proofreading
When the Privacy You Lose Isn’t Even Yours
Some time ago I discovered by Googling myself (no, I’m not ashamed of that) that my phone number is 773-633-671, that I created the website for the Chicago Manual of Style, and—most surprising of all—that I am the author of a book about ferrets.
Getting Along with Colleagues Tip #1: Share an Interest
Although naturally you already have things in common with your colleagues, good relationships at work shouldn't revolve exclusively around gossip or trashing the boss. Just this week, I found the perfect project to rally my coworkers . . .
Um . . . er . . . is this mic on?
Last night I was lucky enough to sit near a popular public radio host at an awards banquet. (I wasn't supposed to sit at the head table, but I couldn't find a seat . . .