The Editor's Half Hour

Lori Paximadis: Systems and Shortcuts to Increase Productivity


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Welcome back to The Editor's Half Hour podcast! We're kicking off the year with an episode designed to help you work smarter, not harder. In this episode, I interview productivity expert and editorial pro, Lori Paximadis for a lively discussion about the systems and shortcuts that can revolutionize your workflow.

Lori has been a successful full-time freelancer for more than half of her 33-year career in publishing. Her background in project management and production makes her a sought-after copyeditor and proofreader for fiction and nonfiction. Her clients range from Big Five publishers to indies. She has been presenting and training on the topics of systems and efficiency since 2016.

In this episode, Lori shares:

🛠️ Her favorite tools and tech for streamlining editorial projects

đź•’ Time-saving hacks for managing client communication, deadlines, and revisions

đź§  The mindset shifts that can help you avoid burnout while staying on top of your game


Whether you’re a seasoned editor or just starting out, you’ll walk away with practical tips to implement right away—plus, a peek into Lori’s productivity playbook.

📚 Mentioned in this episode:

Text Expander: textexpander.com

Calendly: calendly.com

Lori's website: systemsandshortcuts.com

Lori’s socials: about.me/loripax

2025 Inaugural Editors Calendar: https://2025-editors-calendar.printify.me/product/15393711/2025-inaugural-editors-calendar


📩 We’d love to hear from you! What are your go-to systems or shortcuts? Share your thoughts and tips on social media using #EditorsHalfHour or drop us a message.


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