031: After three decades in the pharmacy and insurance world, Amy found herself in a soul-sucking job. Between rising stress, health challenges, and the dream of returning to her childhood home in Panama, she knew something had to change.

That’s when she discovered transcript proofreading — and everything shifted.

In this episode, Amy shares how she went from working in the pharmacy world full-time in California to a freelance proofreader living in Panama — and why learning this skill gave her the freedom to live life on her own terms.

You’ll hear:

• Amy’s journey from a 30-year corporate career to running her own online proofreading business
• How she balanced a full-time job while studying transcript proofreading
• What she learned from failing her first exam — and how she came back stronger
• Why giving yourself grace matters when you’re learning something new
• How she made the leap to leave the US, move abroad, and still work with US clients
• What flexibility looks like now that she can build her schedule around her life
• The freedom that comes from learning a real skill instead of chasing another “get rich quick” promise

Amy’s story is a beautiful reminder that it’s never too late to start over and that learning a new skill can open doors you didn’t even know existed. She’s proof that freedom isn’t just a dream, it’s a decision. When you’re willing to take a chance on yourself, you can build a life that actually fits you — whether that’s working from home, living by the beach, or building a whole new chapter in another country.

🎧 Tune in to hear Amy’s journey — and find the encouragement to start yours.

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030: After trying a handful of businesses that never quite clicked, Tracey Nichols discovered transcript proofreading -- and it changed everything for her.

In this episode, Tracey shares how she went from working full-time and feeling financially stretched to building a flexible proofreading side hustle that gives her freedom, peace of mind, and steady four-figure months.

You’ll hear:

• The moment Tracey decided to give herself one more chance after other ventures didn’t work
• What finally helped her push past fear and start marketing her business
• How proofreading took away the stress of wondering how to pay the next bill and gave her financial relief and control over her future (including retirement planning!)
• How making her own money through proofreading gave her a whole new level of confidence -- the kind that spills into work, family, and everyday life
• How she balances full-time work, family, and her side hustle

Whether you’re juggling a busy schedule, doubting yourself, or just wondering if this could actually work, Tracey’s story is proof that you can start where you are and build something life-changing.

🎧 Listen now and see what’s possible when you decide to believe in yourself.

You can connect with Tracey on her Facebook and her Instagram!

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Or send me an email: elizabeth@elizabethjwiegner.com

What if it does work out?

Ever wondered if you could actually make money proofreading? If you’ve been searching for a way to earn income from home -- without giving up your flexibility-- this episode is for you.

I’m chatting with Nerissa Hall, a proofreader, entrepreneur, and mom who went from working at a sheriff’s department to building a work-from-home business on her own terms. Her story proves that success isn’t about luck -- it’s about learning a skill, taking action, and making it work for you.

In this episode, we cover:
✔ How she transitioned from transcribing to proofreading (and why proofreading was the better choice!)
✔ Why financial security isn’t about a 9-5 job -- it’s about having skills you can rely on
✔ The power of starting small, taking daily action, and building something that fits your life

If you’ve ever thought, Could I actually do this, this episode will give you the nudge you need.

🎧 Hit play and let’s dive in!

To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visit

theproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode029

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Or send me an email: elizabeth@elizabethjwiegner.com