Clients
Explore our collection of articles offering essential advice for freelancers on working with clients. From defining clear briefs to requesting impactful testimonials, these posts provide practical guidance to help you build strong relationships, deliver exceptional service, and grow your freelance business with confidence.
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Best Practices for Client Onboarding
Best Practices for Client Onboarding
Feb 15, 2023
The client onboarding process is a vital part of freelancing that shouldn’t be overlooked. But what exactly does client onboarding involve, and how can you make sure you’re bringing on new clients appropriately? In this post, we’ll look at some best practices for onboarding new proofreading or editing clients. What Is Client Onboarding? Client onboarding […]
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Freelance Green Flags: 5 Signs You’ve Found a Good Client
Freelance Green Flags: 5 Signs You’ve Found a Good Client
Feb 10, 2023
A significant part of freelance work is finding and maintaining clients. But it’s not enough to simply find clients – you want to find good clients. To get the best clients, it’s important to know what to look for. Keep reading to learn the five green flags that indicate you’ve found a good client. 1. […]
Freelance Red Flags: How to Deal with a Difficult Client
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How to Charge a Freelance Rush Fee
Jan 11, 2023
As a freelancer, a client may sometimes request that you complete a project unusually early. In these cases, you may decide to charge a “rush fee” – an additional payment for completing work with a tighter than normal deadline. Of course, it’s up to you whether to charge a rush fee – or even accept […]
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7 Ways to Improve Your Active Listening Skills
Jan 06, 2023
Active listening is an essential life skill – both in your career and personal life. But what does it mean to be an active listener? In a conversation, active listening means being fully present and interacting with the other person in a meaningful way (instead of just waiting for your turn to speak). As a […]
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3 Communication Skills Every Freelancer Needs
Nov 20, 2022
If you want to jump into freelancing, you’ll need to learn the best ways to communicate with your clients, especially in the digital age. In this post, we’ll look at the four types of communication and some skills every freelancer needs to be a successful communicator. Types of Communication There are four types of communication: […]
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How to Pick a Niche as a Freelance Proofreader or Editor
Nov 14, 2022
Picking a proofreading or editing niche can help you find clients and thrive as a freelancer. But what exactly is a niche, and how can you narrow down the subjects you want to specialize in? In this blog post, we’ll answer these questions and help you find the right niche for you. What’s a Niche […]
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How to Find Work with Self-Published Authors
Nov 04, 2022
Many authors are now choosing to self-publish so they can craft their work without having to consider the limitations of publishers. But authors who go this route still need a crucial element to bring their masterpiece to completion – a qualified editor. Working as an editor for self-published authors offers many advantages, such as being […]
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7 Tips for Effective Video Calls with Clients
Oct 26, 2022
Freelancers often work remotely, meaning you may end up having a lot of video calls with clients. In this post, we’ll share some tips for video call etiquette that’ll ensure you look and sound your best every time. 1. Dress Professionally It can be tempting to dress casually when working from home. But remember, the […]
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7 Cybersecurity Tips for Freelancers
7 Cybersecurity Tips for Freelancers
Aug 06, 2022
If you’re a freelance proofreader or editor, it’s important to be prepared for cybersecurity risks. Protecting yourself, your business, and your online data is more urgent now than ever, as 43% of all cyberattacks occur against small businesses and freelancers. But many freelancers don’t know where to start. That’s why we’ve compiled these seven cybersecurity […]
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What Is Scope Creep in Proofreading? (And How to Avoid It)
What Is Scope Creep in Proofreading? (And How to Avoid It)
Nov 13, 2021
As a proofreader, have you ever been caught up in endless rounds of reviews? Or has a client added more services to a job without reassessing the fee they originally agreed to pay you? If the answer is yes, your freelancing services have been subject to scope creep. Keep reading to know more about what […]
