What types of business editing and proofreading?
We are equipped to edit and proofread all types of corporate, government and NGO projects. We have business plan services. We do business English writing, proposal writing, annual reports, grant proposals, technical reports, newsletters and more. Let us transform your draft into a well-edited project.
What do you fix?
BUSINESS PROOFREADING SERVICES
Business proofreading services include grammar, typographical errors, misspellings, punctuation, clarity, comma usage and splices, sentence fragments, run-on sentences, subject-verb disagreement and verb tense. Click here for a full proofreading list.
BUSINESS EDITING SERVICES
Business editing services include all of the following: flow, transition, phrasing ambiguities, audience appropriateness, organization, structure, theme, rhetorical consistency, levels of diction, lexical register, rhythm, and colloquialisms.
What else do you do?
We also proofread and edit everything needed to run your business from custom invoices to annual reports and business plans.
How do I know what has changed?
If you send your projects in MS Word format, we can return two copies to you when finished. One is the original with changes highlighted. The other is the final version.
Do I need the latest version of Word; do I have to use a PC?
No, the editing function has been a long-time feature and the files we send to you are for a PC or Mac.
Do you accept formats other than Microsoft Word?
We much prefer MS Word but if you check with us first, we will accept many other formats (e.g., Mac AppleWorks, Open Office, PDF, RTF, ASCII).
Will it be done the way I want?
All of our business editors and proofreaders have years of experience as published authors and professionals. We have edited and proofread advertising copy, training manuals, annual reports, RFPs, presentations and countless other types of business projects. We provide the right business editor for your needs, whether it’s a report, application or publication.
How long does it take?
A member of our staff can usually respond to an email within an hour or two. We complete most submissions within a few business days. A business editor will accept it only if we can have it finished and back to you before your deadline.
How much does business editing cost?
Business proofreading, editing and formatting are a total cost of 2½¢ per word.
If you prefer them a la carte:
Business proofreading is just 1¢ per word.
Business editing is also just 1¢ per word.
Business formatting is ½¢ per word.
What are the payment options?
We currently accept MasterCard, American Express, Discover, Visa, Visa Electron, Visa Debit, Maestro, Switch/Solo, bankcards, PayPal and Google Wallet (formerly Google Checkout). The method of payment is a secure system with industry standard 128-bit encryption. This is the premier form of encryption available for Internet transactions and is the same level of security used in cash machines (ATMs) and most retail stores. Please note: A PayPal account is not required to process your credit card. Additionally, our staff never see your personal data.
What are business editing rates based on?
Word count and your choice between business proofreading or business editing service. Unlike other companies, we do not have confusing per page rates or vague quotes. We provide exact figures and specific quotes for business editing and proofreading services. Send us your work and specify the service you need.
Is there a minimum charge?
To cover administrative costs, there is a minimum 25-dollar [USD] charge. To avoid the minimum charge, you may send more than one document per order.
What about confidentiality?
We consider the issues surrounding intellectual copyright and confidentiality to be crucial. Only your business editor, proofreader and a Managing Editor have access to your submission. Each of our staff is required to sign a copy of the Confidentiality Agreement, which ensures that under no circumstances can an employee share your work with anyone. If you require a separate non-disclosure agreement, contact us. Unless you request otherwise, all files are deleted after sixty days. We do not sell, trade, transfer, rent or share ANY information with ANY other party. Everything reviewed by our editors remain the intellectual property of you, the original author. In keeping with our strict confidentiality, We never release information without prior consent. For further information, view our Privacy Policy.
What about payment security?
We make use of the most powerful and updated security measures including the industry standard in encryption (128-bit Secure Socket Layer). This is the highest level of security commercially available and is the same standard of security used in cash machines (ATMs) and by many retail stores. In order to protect your credit card information, we have partnered with PayPal and Google Wallet (formerly Google Checkout) to offer you the most trusted financial transaction systems on the Internet. The entire payment process is conducted through one of their secure websites. No banking information or credit card data is ever collected or stored by us
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What about copyright?
You always maintain ownership and copyright. We make no claim on your copyright, and we do not require credit or acknowledgement beyond the fees for the services rendered. It is a commonly accepted practice for some writers to credit us as their professional editor and this is always appreciated.
What if I’m not satisfied?
We are a professional company focused on you. We provide the best service possible. Each project is proofread twice before returning it to you. If you are not completely satisfied, you can re-submit it for further business editing / proofreading services. We are committed to your satisfaction.
How is your guarantee?
We are confident that our proofreading services are among the best in the industry. We pride ourselves in our work and we're committed to seeing your manuscript finished. You pay nothing when we re-proofread your work.
Our company is outside the US. Do you offer international services?
Yes, WordSharp is a global company. As long as you have a valid credit card, bank card, PayPal account, Google Wallet account, Amazon account or can arrange other payment, you may use our services.
Do you have editors and proofreaders for Australian, American and UK English?
Yes, although we can nearly always tell when we read something, please specify which form of English you need when you place your order.
What are your business hours?
We have business editors twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Our administrative staff is available between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. CST (GMT -6); we answer messages within twenty-four hours.
Where are you?
Our global headquarters is based in Chicago, Illinois USA. Your communications are channeled through this office.
How can I contact you?
After looking at our FAQ, if you still have a question, see our contact page.
Do you offer price breaks for bulk / long-term standing orders or other business relationships?
We apply discounts for longer manuscripts. Additionally, some of our employees may be kept on retainer if you find this better suits your needs. If your business, organization or agency would like to retain our services for a large document or for a longer term, a Client Services representative would be happy to discuss this with you.
I'm part of a government agency. Can you register as a vendor so we can outsource to you?
Yes, send us the details so we may assist you in the process of registering as a vendor for your agency.
We check everything; why do we need you?
Even the best writers benefit from impartial, professional and thorough proofreading and business editing services. Business editors recognize things in your manuals and manuscripts that become unnoticeable to you. After you have done several drafts, reviewing and revising, that familiarity results in your filling in missing text and skipping over errors when you read.
How do I get a word count?
MS Word has a feature that you can use to get a word count.
Alternatively, send it to us. We'll calculate the amount and send you an email with a link to your invoice and payment options.
If you want to calculate it yourself, multiply the number of words times 0.01 for proofreading or times 0.02 for proofreading and editing.
For example: 40,000 x 0.01 = $400 [USD].
How do I take advantage of the affiliate program?
Refer someone to us and receive a 10% finder’s fee. They should include your name when submitting their project. The person you refer receives a 10% discount too.
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