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# Beth Earnest

A former newspaper journalist, Beth Earnest has more than 25 years of experience as a professional writer. She has worked with healthcare systems, insurance companies, nonprofits and educational institutions. Beth lives in Waukesha, Wisconsin, with her husband, two teenage sons and a standoffish dog.

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## Take a peek into our editorial process

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## Read articles by Beth Earnest

- [Excel Shortcuts Cheat Sheet](/articles/business/excel-shortcuts-cheat-sheet) — Online Degrees | August 20, 2026 • 8 minutes

- [How Do Large Language Models Work?](/articles/it/how-do-large-language-models-work) — Online Degrees | August 17, 2026 • 7 minutes

- [What Is Double-Entry Accounting?](/articles/accounting/what-is-double-entry-accounting) — Online Degrees | August 14, 2026 • 8 minutes
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