The Proofreading Business Podcast

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Discover how you can turn what you're good at into extra money in your bank account every month. Elizabeth Wiegner breaks down the ins and outs of having a successful proofreading business including topics on marketing, money, productivity, mindset, and business management so you can create a successful business working wherever, whenever you want. Elizabeth is a work-from-home proofreader and business coach who teaches others how to build a life of freedom as a proofreader. She respects you where you’re at, pushes you to achieve your best, and helps you see your goals are possible with determination and hard work. Her energy, love, and personalized support are second to none in the proofreading world. Hit subscribe and go from excuses to action as you build a life of freedom as a proofreader. Learn more at theproofreadingbusinesscoach.com.

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November 5, 2025Episode 3154 min

From corporate burnout to proofreading freedom in Panama: Graduate interview with Amy Leyva

031: After three decades in the pharmacy and insurance world, Amy found herself in a soul-sucking job. Between rising stress, health challenges, and the dream of returning to her childhood home in Panama, she knew something had to change.That’s when she discovered transcript proofreading — and everything shifted.In this episode, Amy shares how she went from working in the pharmacy world full-time in California to a freelance proofreader living in Panama — and why learning this skill gave her the freedom to live life on her own terms.You’ll hear:Amy’s journey from a 30-year corporate career to running her own online proofreading businessHow she balanced a full-time job while studying transcript proofreadingWhat she learned from failing her first exam — and how she came back strongerWhy giving yourself grace matters when you’re learning something newHow she made the leap to leave the US, move abroad, and still work with US clientsWhat flexibility looks like now that she can build her schedule around her life The freedom that comes from learning a real skill instead of chasing another “get rich quick” promiseAmy’s story is a beautiful reminder that it’s never too late to start over and that learning a new skill can open doors you didn’t even know existed. She’s proof that freedom isn’t just a dream, it’s a decision. When you’re willing to take a chance on yourself, you can build a life that actually fits you — whether that’s working from home, living by the beach, or building a whole new chapter in another country.🎧 Tune in to hear Amy’s journey — and find the encouragement to start yours.Connect with me on Instagram @theproofreadingbusinesscoachFacebook @theproofreadingbusinesscoachOr send me an email: elizabeth@elizabethjwiegner.com

October 30, 2025Episode 3052 min

How Tracey's proofreading side hustle gave her four-figure months and financial freedom. Graduate Interview with Tracey Nichols

030: After trying a handful of businesses that never quite clicked, Tracey Nichols discovered transcript proofreading -- and it changed everything for her.In this episode, Tracey shares how she went from working full-time and feeling financially stretched to building a flexible proofreading side hustle that gives her freedom, peace of mind, and steady four-figure months.You’ll hear:The moment Tracey decided to give herself one more chance after other ventures didn’t workWhat finally helped her push past fear and start marketing her businessHow proofreading took away the stress of wondering how to pay the next bill and gave her financial relief and control over her future (including retirement planning!)How making her own money through proofreading gave her a whole new level of confidence -- the kind that spills into work, family, and everyday lifeHow she balances full-time work, family, and her side hustleWhether you’re juggling a busy schedule, doubting yourself, or just wondering if this could actually work, Tracey’s story is proof that you can start where you are and build something life-changing.🎧 Listen now and see what’s possible when you decide to believe in yourself.You can connect with Tracey on her Facebook and her Instagram!Connect with me on Instagram @theproofreadingbusinesscoachFacebook @theproofreadingbusinesscoachOr send me an email: elizabeth@elizabethjwiegner.com

March 4, 2025Episode 291 hr 0 min

How this work-from-home mom built confidence and financial security as a transcript proofreader. Interview with Nerissa Hall

What if it does work out?Ever wondered if you could actually make money proofreading? If you’ve been searching for a way to earn income from home -- without giving up your flexibility-- this episode is for you.I’m chatting with Nerissa Hall, a proofreader, entrepreneur, and mom who went from working at a sheriff’s department to building a work-from-home business on her own terms. Her story proves that success isn’t about luck -- it’s about learning a skill, taking action, and making it work for you.In this episode, we cover:✔ How she transitioned from transcribing to proofreading (and why proofreading was the better choice!)✔ Why financial security isn’t about a 9-5 job -- it’s about having skills you can rely on✔ The power of starting small, taking daily action, and building something that fits your lifeIf you’ve ever thought, Could I actually do this, this episode will give you the nudge you need.🎧 Hit play and let’s dive in!To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode029Connect with me on Instagram @theproofreadingbusinesscoachFacebook @theproofreadingbusinesscoachOr send me an email: elizabeth@elizabethjwiegner.com

November 25, 2024Episode 2834 min

From three jobs to full-time proofreader: How Sheila reinvented her career in her 60s. Graduate interview with Sheila Prochnow

028: Do you feel stuck in a dead-end job and wonder, Can I really build a new career from scratch? If so, you need to hear Sheila’s story.Sheila joined my Transcript Proofreading Academy while working three jobs…and (spoiler alert!) she was able to quit them all and become a full-time proofreader!Sheila is no stranger to reinvention and hard work.✔️ She taught abroad in Japan and Brazil.✔️ She owned a café with her husband for over a decade.✔️ And when life threw yet another curveball her way, she relied on her resourcefulness and determination to create something new.Now in her 60s, she’s thriving as a full-time transcript proofreader. She swapped long commutes and heavy lifting for mornings filled with coffee, work she loves, and the freedom to structure her days how she wants.Sheila’s story is proof that no matter your age or how many jobs you’re juggling, you can start fresh and build a career that fits your life and makes you happy.In this episode, Sheila shares how she made the leap and why it’s never too late to try something new. Tap here to listen! I can’t wait for you to be as inspired by her as I am.To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode028Connect with me on Instagram @theproofreadingbusinesscoachFacebook @theproofreadingbusinesscoachOr send me an email: elizabeth@elizabethjwiegner.com

November 6, 2024Episode 271 hr 19 min

Family, faith, and making it work: How Katie built her proofreading business to support the life she needed. Graduate interview with Katie Hallmark

027: What if I told you you could have a work-from-home business that fits your life?We’re so used to (and tired of!) the idea of hustling to make an income while putting our lives, relationships, and happiness on the back burner.Katie and I are here to tell you that it doesn’t have to be that way!Today on the podcast, we’re discussing what a relief it is to have a proofreading business that fits around our lives.Tune in here as my TPA grad Katie shareshow to go from discouragement to growththe keys to success as an entrepreneurwhat it’s like to be part of my graduate community of proofreadershow much work there actually is for transcript proofreaders…and so many other words of advice, encouragement, and a little tough love to make your goals happen!Tired of the hustle? Want to know if you have what it takes to work for yourself as a transcript proofreader?Whether you’re new to the idea of transcript proofreading or already a successful graduate, listen in for a reminder of how you can do work differently and create the life you want if you're willing to put in the work and stick with it.It's so worth it -- and Katie wholeheartedly agrees! To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode027Connect with me on Instagram @theproofreadingbusinesscoachFacebook @theproofreadingbusinesscoachOr send me an email: elizabeth@elizabethjwiegner.com

October 23, 2024Episode 2628 min

From nursing to freelance proofreading and motherhood: Graduate interview with Candace Camacho

026: You're thinking about proofreading...but you're wrestling with some serious imposter syndrome.You keep asking yourself:What if grammar doesn’t come easily to me? Can I still have a proofreading business? Will my clients take me seriously if they find out I'm not a grammar genius? Worse yet, how will I be able to get clients when I'm an introvert through and through and the idea of marketing makes my skin crawl? If those fears are nagging at you, this podcast episode is for you.Joining me is one of my very first grads, Candace! In this episode, she slays those trepidations about not being good enough at grammar and hating marketing…because that was her when she started.But even with those fears, she started her business in 8 weeks and has been a successful transcript proofreader for the last 3 years! Listen in as one of my OG grads shares what it was like to start her transcript proofreading business as a nurse, new mom, self-proclaimed okayest grammarian, and introvert…and how you can too 💪To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode026Connect with me on Instagram @theproofreadingbusinesscoachFacebook @theproofreadingbusinesscoachOr send me an email: elizabeth@elizabethjwiegner.com

October 11, 2024Episode 2526 min

How to be patient with yourself as you start your business

025: If you’re like me, it's hard to start something new and not be instantly good at it. We go-getter people want to jump in and be the best right away. Take proofreading, for example. We want to know yesterday how to proofread, set up our rates, and get clients. And not only do we want to know how, we want to be really good at the snap of a finger.That pressure we put on ourselves to be perfect right from the start? It’s real! In this podcast episode, I talk about the challenges of learning something new as an adult.We're used to knowing what we're doing and being good at it! So when we pick up a new skill, like proofreading, it feels odd to get back into the mindset of letting ourselves be new.Instead of realizing it’s okay to be a beginner, we start beating ourselves up over the impossible expectations we put on ourselves. If you’re feeling pressure to be perfect or frustrated because you’re not where you want to be yet, this episode is a reminder from me to you that progress takes time -- and that’s okay.Listen in -- and be ready to give yourself all the grace you deserve.To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode025Connect with me on Instagram @theproofreadingbusinesscoachFacebook @theproofreadingbusinesscoachOr send me an email: elizabeth@elizabethjwiegner.com

September 25, 202453 min

Balancing motherhood and business: Lisa's work-from-home journey as a transcriptionist, proofreader, and homeschool mom of five

024: Lisa Eldridge is a transcriptionist and transcript proofreader with over 20 years of experience owning her own freelance business -- and she's a homeschool mom of five! In this episode, Lisa shares her journey from being a young mom seeking a work-from-home opportunity to becoming a skilled transcriptionist and later transitioning into transcript proofreading.Lisa discusses the differences between transcription and proofreading, the challenges of balancing work with raising children, and the rewarding aspects of building a home-based career. Lisa also offers valuable advice for other moms juggling similar responsibilities. Tune in for Lisa's practical tips on managing family life while building a successful side hustle. To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode024Connect with me on Instagram @theproofreadingbusinesscoachFacebook @theproofreadingbusinesscoachOr send me an email: elizabeth@elizabethjwiegner.com

August 23, 20241 hr 22 min

How this former court reporter found freedom and fulfillment as a transcript proofreader. Graduate interview with Renee Taylor

023: I have a surprise for you! One that’s been a long time in the making.I interviewed one of my OG grads on the podcast this week!That’s right – Renee is one of the handful of students who guinea-pigged my Learn How to Be a Transcript Proofreader course back when it was a live 8-week program! But that’s not all!Renee was also an old-school court reporter! 🤯From X-ray tech…to court reporting school…to retail and beyond, Renee knows what it means to commit and “do what you have to do” in the name of family and to discover what it is you really want – and then once you find out what you really want, being willing to just go for it. Ever wondered what a court reporter would tell you about working through my Learn How to Be a Transcript Proofreader course?Listen in as Renee takes it all the way back to the beginning and shares juicy nuggets like:making mistakes and having imposter syndrome even as a probuilding a transcript proofreading business alongside a full-time jobwhat it’s like to be a former court reporter working with court reporter preferencesand what the key to success is as a proofreader 🔥and plenty more!I could go on and on about Renee’s episode because I admire her so dang much, but I don’t want to spoil everything for you before you listen!So listen in as Renee tells me all about her journey to (finally!) finding fulfillment as a successful transcript proofreader ❤️To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode023Connect with me on Instagram @theproofreadingbusinesscoachFacebook @theproofreadingbusinesscoachOr send me an email: elizabeth@elizabethjwiegner.com

August 8, 202420 min

Do you trust yourself to be happy?

022: Am I the only one who does this weird thing where when you notice yourself feeling happy, you course correct to bring yourself back down?As soon as you catch a break, experience a win, or have joy show up in your life, your knee-jerk reaction is to tell yourself, Well, this won’t last long. When we stop to think about it and admit it out loud like that, it does seem silly that we do that, doesn’t it? (I’m saying we because I do the same thing!)Why can’t we just let ourselves enjoy the moment?It’s true what they say: We can be our own worst enemy.The good news is if you need a happiness pep talk, I’ve got you covered in this podcast!Hang out with me for a quick 20 minutes as I cover- what it means to trust yourself to be happy- and how to switch from doubt to trust to build a happier lifeGet ready to fill up your happy tank!To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode022Connect with me on Instagram @theproofreadingbusinesscoachFacebook @theproofreadingbusinesscoachOr send me an email: elizabeth@elizabethjwiegner.com