Well, that was easy--just proofread and edited a manuscript. Cakewalk. Boom. Done. Are you sure?
Whether you're the writer or the editor/proofreader, one thing is always 100% certain: if you think you're done, you're probably not. Don't pop the corks just yet. Maybe there's something missed in zipping through the material? Sure, when something is well composed, it makes life easier for everyone. But, you shouldn't pat yourself on the back until the work has been combed thoroughly and thoughtfully at LEAST twice over. Even three times works charms and believe me--I've caught items a fourth time, simply because it blended in with what was otherwise a perfectly well put together piece.
If you're writing or working on the piece--same applies: review once you stop writing. Go back and check for consistency.
When editors and writers/authors are sharing the same work ethics, the total number of hours devoted to the upkeep and presentation of the work itself, will be cut down greatly!
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