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When Should You Raise Your Rates as a Freelance Proofreader?
When Should You Raise Your Rates as a Freelance Proofreader?
Last Updated Sep 30, 2021
Freelance proofreading allows you to choose when to give yourself a pay rise. But raising your freelance rates can seem intimidating. You work hard to keep your clients happy and risk losing them if you raise your rates unexpectedly. In this post, we’ll cover when you should raise your rates as a freelance proofreader, and […]
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State Abbreviations in AP Style
State Abbreviations in AP Style
Last Updated Sep 26, 2021
The Associated Press (AP) Stylebook is, at its core, a guide for newspapers and other media publications. However, it has become a popular style guide for professional or corporate writing across various industries, with many businesses following AP style for their blog articles and web content. So, if you’re proofreading for clients in the US, […]
Useful Keyboard Shortcuts for Proofreaders
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Proofreading Tips: What to Do With Comma Splices
Last Updated Sep 23, 2021
A good proofreader will know how to spot and correct common punctuation errors. One of the most common of these is the comma splice. But what exactly are comma splices, and how can you fix them? Read on to find out more. What Are Comma Splices? A comma splice is what happens when two independent […]
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How to Write a Freelance Business Plan for Your Proofreading Business
Last Updated Sep 19, 2021
Becoming a freelance proofreader can bring many joys to your daily life, including the freedom to choose your own working hours and pay. However, a freelance career is not exempt from challenges like coming up with a business plan. And yes, you should consider writing a freelance business plan if you’re a proofreader! In this […]
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How to Gain Experience as a New Proofreader
Last Updated Sep 18, 2021
It can be hard to get experience as a new proofreader. With many companies requesting former experience for full-time proofreaders, and some clients not wanting to take the risk of hiring someone with no experience, it can seem impossible to get your foot in the door. But becoming a freelance proofreader needn’t be so difficult. […]
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5 Ways to Grow Your Freelance Proofreading Business
Last Updated Sep 12, 2021
Becoming a freelance proofreader involves more than just understanding the intricacies of the English language. You’ll also need to learn how to win clients and grow your business. But what are the best ways to do this? Our five tips to help you grow your freelance proofreading business include: Planning your time with steps toward […]
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A Freelancer's Guide to Google Workspace
Last Updated Sep 11, 2021
As a modern freelance proofreader, you’ll likely do most of your work online. You might have already set up a website. But if you’re thinking about how you can files, meetings, and emails, you might be considering Google Workspace. With tools like Gmail for Business, Google Workspace can improve your productivity and make collaborative projects […]
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How to Create a Proofreading Resume as a New Proofreader
Last Updated Sep 09, 2021
If you’re looking for proofreading jobs, you’ll need an appropriate resume (usually referred to as a CV in UK English). But what if you’re a new proofreader with little or no work experience? In this post, we’ll share some tips on how to create a proofreading resume or CV that will help you stand out […]
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5 Tips for Handling Your First Proofreading Job
5 Tips for Handling Your First Proofreading Job
Last Updated Sep 05, 2021
If you’re a new or aspiring proofreader, you’re probably wondering how you’ll tackle your first proofreading job. In this post, we’ll show you how to succeed at your first freelance gig by: Making sure to define, and then stick to, your client’s brief. Having confidence in your skills as a proofreader. Using checklists to help […]
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What to Include in a Freelance Proofreading Contract
What to Include in a Freelance Proofreading Contract
Last Updated Sep 04, 2021
As a freelance proofreader, you’re responsible for deciding on the terms of your work before starting a project with a client. Getting these terms down in writing, in the form of a freelance contract, is a time investment that can prevent serious headaches down the road. In this post, then, we’ll cover some of the […]
