Finding Work
Looking for advice on finding freelance work? This part of our blog is packed with practical guidance on job hunting. Find out how to perfect your resume and portfolio, master the art of networking, promote your services using social media, and more.
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How to Get Back to Work After a Career Break
How to Get Back to Work After a Career Break
Dec 28, 2022
There are many reasons to take a career break, and whether you’ve been away for six months or six years, it can be overwhelming to think about returning to work. Restarting your career can be stressful, but with the right preparation, it doesn’t have to be. Keep reading for some helpful tips on how to […]
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How to Explain a Resume Gap
How to Explain a Resume Gap
Dec 24, 2022
If you’ve been out of the workforce for a while and have a gap in your resume, you may be wondering how it’ll affect your job search now that you’re ready to get back to work. Long breaks between jobs are usually nothing to worry about, though, if they are handled the right way. In […]
9 Signs It’s Time to Find a New Job
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7 Websites to Help You Find Freelance Work Online
Dec 19, 2022
There are many ways to approach finding work as a freelancer, from advertisements to word-of-mouth recommendations. In this post, we focus on finding work through freelance marketplaces and give an overview of seven popular sites that could help you find freelance work online. What is a Freelance Marketplace? Freelance marketplaces are online platforms that connect […]
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How Your LinkedIn Profile Can Help You Find Freelance Work
Dec 02, 2022
There are lots of different ways that freelance professionals, including proofreaders and editors, can find work and promote themselves. In this post, we’ll look at the benefits an effective LinkedIn profile can provide when searching for freelance work. The Benefits of LinkedIn for Freelancers Unlike most other social networking platforms, LinkedIn is designed and built […]
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How to Get a Job as a Proofreader with No Experience
Nov 23, 2022
Unlike many other jobs, it’s possible to get a job as a proofreader with no previous experience. But there are some steps you can take that will help get your career off to a strong start: Read on to discover these steps in detail. 1. Learn the Right Skills While you don’t need any editing […]
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Freelance Tips: How to Blog for Your Proofreading Website
Oct 10, 2021
Having a blog on your freelance website can be a great marketing strategy. As a proofreader, you can use a blog to connect with potential clients, strengthen your brand, and cost-effectively promote yourself as a freelancer. Maintaining a blog for your proofreading business might sound time-consuming and complicated, but the following tips will make it […]
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Should You Ever Turn Down Work as a Freelancer?
Oct 07, 2021
As a freelance proofreader, turning down work can seem really difficult. Not only are you reducing your potential earnings, but you’re turning away clients you’ve worked hard to reach. But you should never feel pressured into taking on work. After all, isn’t freedom the whole point of freelancing? We think it is. So if you’re […]
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Freelance Tips: How to Gain Experience as a New Proofreader
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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How to Create a Proofreading Resume as a New Proofreader
How to Create a Proofreading Resume as a New Proofreader
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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How to Create a Proofreading Portfolio for Your Website
How to Create a Proofreading Portfolio for Your Website
Sep 02, 2021
If you’re a freelance proofreader, creating a strong portfolio is a great way to document your previous experience, thus showing potential clients that you know what you’re doing. A proofreading portfolio will consist of a selection, either comprehensive or selective, of works you have previously proofread. But how should you put one together? In this […]
