BAD HABITS – UPDATED
This session is directed at all English writers, but more specifically at graduates and students who are required to submit a thesis to their academic institution as part of a degree. A large part of our work as editors and proofreaders requires us to edit and...
POLISH YOUR WRITING FOR SUCCESS
In today's fast paced digital world, content is king, but only if it's clear, professional and error free. Whether you are a university student; submitting a critical assignment, an author preparing a book for publication, or a business crafting persuasive marketing...
HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR WRITING
Here are some practical effective ways ways to do just that. To break through writers' block Go for a walk. That will clear your mind, get your blood circulation up and wake-up your creativity. Walk around your home and garden, make a cup of coffee, watch the news on...
THE STATE OF PLAY OF AI TODAY
The current state of AI worldwide (June 2026) can be summed up in one sentence: AI has moved from experimentation to mainstream adoption, but regulation, safety, and job-displacement concerns are struggling to keep pace. 1. AI Adoption Is Exploding Generative AI has...
AI HAS TAKEN THE WORLD BY STORM, BUT THERE IS AN UPSIDE
AI developed so fast that it caused a shockwave that threatened factory workers and owners, farmers, especially; especially smallholdings; as well as academics and creators across the board. Photo by Pavel Danilyuk on Pexels.com Many academics feared that platforms...
COMMON MISTAKES IN THESES AND DISSERTATIONS
The 10 Most Common Thesis and Dissertation Mistakes South African Students Make Before Submission Why This Matters After editing hundreds of Master's dissertations and PhD theses from universities across South Africa, we have noticed that many students make the same...
Thesis Defence Questions: Busy Bee Editing Student Toolkit for Thesis and Dissertation Submission
Completing a thesis or dissertation is one of the most significant milestones in postgraduate study. After months or even years of research and writing, the final stages of submission and examination can feel overwhelming. To assist students during this important...
HOW TO PREPARE YOUR THESIS FOR SUBMISSION: A COMPLETE CHECKLIST
Submitting a thesis or dissertation is the final step in completing postgraduate research. preparing the document carefully ensures that your research is presented clearly and meets university requirements. Photo by cottonbro studio on Pexels.com The following...
DON’T BE AFRAID OF TECHNOLOGY IT’S YOUR GREATEST ASSET
Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, Wordpress or Perplexity are making use of AI skills that allow users to build their own websites or build and drive video presentations prompting business developments are becoming more and more valuable every day. To...
