Category: Editing Projects

Fighting Words

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swordshield

Project quote

“I began to realize that words are a powerful weapon…you can breathe life and death into someone with a mere word.” (Marc Laroc, The Spark)

My thoughts

Words are important. Actions speak louder, but words are still important. A great idea communicated clearly and eloquently is much more likely to be understood and implemented. Criticism can either tear someone down, or challenge them to improve, depending on the words used to deliver it. Simple words like, “Yes”, “No”, “I love you” can encompass an entire world of intentions, and change someone’s life course.

Like guns, words can be used as weapons for good or bad. They can support, defend and shield. Or, they can wound and frighten.

Editing projects for week ending July 30, 2017
Academic Research Study Article, Fiction Book
Client countries: China, Canada

 

Dialogue

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bridge

Project quote

“The Bridge Between believes that sales are built upon good relationships and business partnerships.”  (Nick Brandy, The Bridge Between)

My thoughts

This statement can apply to any type of sales in any field. First time sales may be achieved through any number of means: promotions, referrals, convenience, etc. But continued sales will almost always only happen if a good relationship has been built between buyer and seller. Even when negotiating for the first sale, in many circumstances, the rapport that is established, reputation that has already been built, and the initial dialogue will either entice the potential buyer to complete the purchase or move on to someone else’s offer.

Editing projects for week ending July 16, 2017
Digital Marketing Website content
Client countries: UK

 

Foolproof?

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foolproof

Project quote

“Microscopic free-floating machines, catalysts, proteins. I’m no chemist, but that’s what they do. They get into the bloodstream. They’re organic, self-replicating; they build new bots from the organic materials inside us. They’re communicating via Wi-Fi, via your cell phone, your computer.”  (Michael Smorenburg, LifeGames)

My thoughts

The quoted section is of course talking about nanobots. I really have no idea how far the nanobot technology has come. But I’ve likely been influenced by the many sci-fi books I’ve read that included nanobots that were used for nefarious purposes, or got out of control and wreaked havoc. I can see the potential benefits in the medical field, to repair and heal without surgery or medications; even in the construction and manufacturing fields. But I can only imagine the restrictions that would have to be put into place to prevent horrible accidents and destruction. I don’t think it’s worth the risk, honestly.  I don’t know if they can really be programmed to be foolproof, or to not be hijacked by criminals or law enforcement gone wrong.

Editing projects for week ending July 9, 2017
Science-Fiction book
Client countries: South Africa

 

Crypto

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crypto

Project quote

“He turned to his computer and started the CSS, the almost universal Credit Storage System, that allowed transaction procedures from his personal bank account to be forwarded to others. It was the only secure way to store and access a large pool of credits without going to the banker. Legally, that is.”  (B.A. Wheeler, Delta Origins)

My thoughts

I like how science fiction has created cryptocurrencies long before they actually existed. This is a current story of course, about a different world. I think cryptocurrencies have a long way to go, but they are a great alternative to every other online transaction, which is monitored by the government in every conceivable way. People should be able to buy and sell products and services without having to give up their privacy and personal details, or pay a random fee to banks.

There should always be some available method that doesn’t require the government’s approval or censure, in my opinion. Many people use the excuse that monitoring transactions is a way to track criminals. Clearly, I don’t support theft, or physical violence. But it sure seems that this ‘monitoring’ is really just an excuse to track and control law-abiding citizens.

Editing projects for week ending June 25, 2017
Fiction book
Client countries: US