Listen "#6: Answers to Listeners' Questions about "Big Indexing Pushes" and Indexing Award Competitions"
Episode Synopsis
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 PracticesAmerican Society for Indexing: Best Practices for IndexingAnd here's a link to Margie Towery's book on Amazon (NOT an affiliated link). It is out of stock at infotoday.comTen Characteristics of Quality Indexes by Margie Towery Do you have a suggestion or comment to share? Maybe you have a burning question about indexing or the business of freelancing. Drop your thoughts in the Exchange Box. We would love to hear from you!
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