Episodes

June 20, 2023

#16: End of Season Q&A: Questions from Newish Indexers

Michelle answers a couple of questions from newish indexers. One indexer wants suggestions on breaking into indexing as a career, and another newish indexer asks about setting rates. Michelle will be back next week with answe...

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June 7, 2023

#15: The Reality Check Formula (or a follow-up to the Estimate series)

In this episode, Michelle explains how she double-checks her estimated project fees and project rates proposed by clients. She uses a simple mathematical formula to test whether she will earn her desired hourly rate for each ...

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May 23, 2023

#14: Preparing Estimates for Indexing Projects: Part Two

Michelle continues explaining how she prepares estimates for indexing projects. She details why time is the most import factor to track and consider when calculating what to charge. Do you have a suggestion or comment to sha...

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May 15, 2023

#13: Preparing Estimates for Indexing Projects: Part One

This episode is all about how to prepare estimates. Michelle describes the different things she needs to consider during the process. She also explains the importance of using pricing data from previous projects. Episode #9 ...

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April 18, 2023

#9: Per Page, Per Entry, Per Word: Translated Into an Hourly Rate

In this episode, Michelle talks about how she translates various indexing rates into an hourly rate. And she discusses her time-tracking journey - the different methods she has used over the years to create a system that work...

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April 11, 2023

#8: Per Entry, Per Page, Per Word, Oh My!

Join Michelle as she takes a closer look at the types of rates charged by indexers. She walks listeners through her April schedule, discussing the types of rates charged for different indexes and why. She also details her est...

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