Reframe what "good editing" means.
Learn why perfectionism is so deeply ingrained in editorial work, how it leads to burnout and inefficiency, and how shifting from “flawless” to “effective” editing creates better outcomes for both editors and clients.
Set clearer scope and expectations with clients.
Get practical language and strategies for kickoff calls, proofreading requests, and “just one more pass” moments so you can advocate for appropriate editing levels without damaging relationships.
Build sustainable editing habits and team norms.
Walk away with actionable tools, including defining levels of edit, using checklists, recognizing perfectionism triggers, and mentoring newer editors toward purpose-driven decision-making.
About the webinar
Perfectionism is common in editorial work, where the pressure to catch every error can overshadow the deeper goal of helping content communicate clearly and effectively. In this prerecorded webinar, originally presented live, Kaylin Brian explores how editorial perfectionism shows up in real-world workflows and why it often leads to burnout, inefficiency, and misplaced priorities. You’ll see practical examples of how editors can define scope, set clearer expectations with clients, and shift conversations away from nitpicks toward clarity, tone, and impact, leaving you with strategies you can apply immediately to edit more sustainably and confidently.
Kaylin Brian
Kaylin Brian is an editor with more than a decade of experience working with complex technical content across a range of industries. She has edited high-stakes materials, collaborated closely with subject-matter experts, and developed a reputation for thoughtful, efficient, and empathetic editing. As a senior editor and training/processes coordinator at Dragonfly Editorial, Kaylin supports editorial quality, develops internal workflows, and helps editors build sustainable, effective practices.
What people are saying
Here’s what people who attended the webinar live had to say about the session.
I feel like it was the Friday afternoon pick-me-up/pep talk everyone needed. Example scripts were really valuable.
After years of working for newspapers, I'm very new to the freelance aspect of editing, so I appreciate the focus on dealing with clients.
Ready to rethink perfection?
Enroll to watch the prerecorded webinar and learn practical strategies for prioritizing impact, setting boundaries, and editing more sustainably.
$49.00