#6: Answers to Listeners' Questions about "Big Indexing Pushes" and Indexing Award Competitions

#6: Answers to Listeners' Questions about "Big Indexing Pushes" and Indexing Award Competitions

Author: Michelle Guiliano of Line by Line Indexing March 28, 2023 Duration: 12:08
In this episode, Michelle answers two listeners' questions about indexing. One indexer asked Michelle how she defines a "big indexing push" in order to decide whether to take a day off from indexing to recharge. And a newer indexer wants to know how to assess whether they are ready to enter an index in the Purple Pen Competition. Here are the links Michelle mentioned in the show: Institute of Certified Indexers: Indexing Best Practices American Society for Indexing: Best Pract...

Ever find yourself deep in a complex project, wondering how other independent professionals navigate the same unique challenges? Freelance Indexer Exchange is a conversation space built specifically for that. Hosted by Michelle Guiliano of Line by Line Indexing, who brings firsthand experience from creating indexes for over one hundred thousand pages, this podcast delves into the real, often unspoken, aspects of running a solo business in the niche world of indexing. It moves beyond the technical craft to explore the entrepreneurial side-managing client relationships, setting sustainable rates, and finding balance in a profession that typically means working alone. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair with a knowledgeable colleague, where practical advice mixes with personal stories and genuine camaraderie. Whether you index books, digital content, or specialized documents, you’ll hear discussions that resonate with the specific rhythms and decisions of this field. The Freelance Indexer Exchange aims to turn the solitude of freelancing into a shared resource, offering tangible takeaways and a sense of connection for anyone building a career on their own terms. Tune in for a blend of shop talk and strategy, all grounded in the reality of making a living through meticulous, meaningful work.
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#33 The Accommodating Indexer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:51
As a freelance indexer, do you sometimes feel like you are over-accommodating to clients? In this episode, Michelle talks about her own "over-accommodating" tendencies and how she overcomes them. If you have any "over-ac…
#32 Indecision When Indexing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:47
In this episode Michelle admits to being an indecisive indexer. Are you an indecisive indexer, too? Links mentioned in the episode: co-working method of learning to index vignette on the indecisive indexing process Do yo…
#31 Indexing To-Do List: a strategy for conquering Resistance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:15
Michelle shares 5 items from her Indexing To-Do list that helps keep her indexing when she has 20 minutes or less. Links mentioned in the episode: Episode #29: Naming—and conquering— Resistance Indexer podcast website to…
#30 Labeling Entries [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:12
Michelle labels some index entries to streamline her indexing and index edit processes. In this episode, she explains her labeling system—naming and explaining the nine labels she uses. Do you use labels while indexing?…
#29 Naming—and Conquering—Resistance When Indexing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:42
Sometimes, even with deadlines looming, indexers might not feel like indexing. It can be hard to sit down at the computer and just start working. In this episode, Michelle details the times she has encountered Resistance…
#28 My Go Bag (In Case of Emergency) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:13
In this episode, Michelle expands on what to do "in case of emergency" by describing the contents of her Go Bag. By having a Go Bag, she's ready for travel, hardware failures, and electricity outages. If you're not ready…
#27 In Case of Emergency, Contact... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:55
This is the first episode of season 3. Thank you for being a loyal listener! In today's episode, Michelle addresses the sticky situation of what to do in case of emergency. Do you have a system in place so clients of ong…
#26 Rethinking Legacy Plans [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:57
In this episode, Michelle discusses the fate of bespoke indexing software programs in light of Scribendi.ai's announcement about CINDEX. As of April 1, Scribendi will no longer distribute or support CINDEX, but will make…
#24 Stephen Ullstrom: indexer and author [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:12
This episode is all about indexing and writing about indexing. Michelle talks with Stephen Ullstrom, who is not only an award-winning indexer but he's also a first-time author. He wrote an excellent step-by-step guide to…