Business Tips

An archive of posts about starting your freelance business. Learn handy tips such as what to include in a business plan, how to set up a website, and ways to get the most out of your workspace.

  • Freelance Tips: How to Get Paid as a Freelance Proofreader

    Freelance Tips: How to Get Paid as a Freelance Proofreader

    Aug 14, 2021

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    • Clients
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips

    As a freelance proofreader, you rely on your clients for your income. But how can you ensure that you’ll be paid fairly and on time? In this post, we’ll look at how to get paid as a freelance proofreader. We’ll take you through the different payment schedules you can offer and how to choose the […]

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  • 5 Advantages of Having a Website as a Freelance Proofreader

    5 Advantages of Having a Website as a Freelance Proofreader

    Aug 12, 2021

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    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    Creating a website is one of the best things you can do to up your game as a freelance proofreader. And with loads of easy-to-use website builders around now, it’s never been simpler. In this post, we’ll outline the advantages of having a website as a freelance proofreader. In short, a website allows you to: […]

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5 Website SEO Tips for Freelance Proofreaders

  • How to Choose a Name for Your Proofreading Business

    Jul 31, 2021

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    • Freelance Tips

    You’ve got the skills, you’ve done the training, and now you’re ready to launch your freelance proofreading business. But what do you name it? And how can you stand out from the crowd? We’ve got a few tips on how to choose a name for your proofreading business. What Are Your Initial Ideas? You might […]

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  • 5 Budgeting Tips for Freelance Proofreaders

    Jul 29, 2021

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    • Freelance Tips

    Becoming a freelance proofreader can bring you freedom and flexibility, but this can also make it difficult to stick to a budget. Luckily, we’ve got some budgeting tips to help you stay on top of your finances and put money aside into savings: Make sure you keep track of exactly how much you’ve earned each […]

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  • 5 Tips on How to Cold Email Potential Clients

    Jul 10, 2021

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    • Clients
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    Do you have a list of clients you’d like to work with? If you’re wondering how to approach them, cold email   is one way freelance proofreaders can reach out to (and win) new clients. In this post, we’ll show you how to: Write a subject line that catches the eye of prospective clients. Address […]

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  • 5 Tips on Using Social Media as a Freelancer

    Jul 04, 2021

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    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    As a freelance proofreader, a strong social media presence can help you promote your services and find new clients. In this post, we have a few tips on using social media as a freelancer: Choose social media platforms based on your target audience. Create an informative and professional-looking profile. Post regularly and use social media […]

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  • Dos and Don'ts for Editing Client Testimonials

    Jun 19, 2021

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    • Clients
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    Adding client testimonials on your website or social media is a great way to showcase the successes you’ve had on previous proofreading jobs. But can you make edits to client feedback before using it as a testimonial? And if so, what can you change? What Can You Do When Editing Testimonials? As a proofreader, you […]

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  • How to Write Great Service Descriptions for Your Proofreading Website

    May 23, 2021

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    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    Having a website is a great way to promote your proofreading services. But how should you describe the work you do? Your service descriptions are vital for winning new clients and finding work, so it is worth taking some time to perfect them. 1. Distinguish Between Different Types of Editing Remember, though, that it pays […]

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  • 5 Tax Tips for Freelance Proofreaders

    5 Tax Tips for Freelance Proofreaders

    Apr 01, 2021

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    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips

    We love the freedom of freelancing, but it does mean you need to keep track of your own finances. And mastering your taxes can be daunting if you’re new to self-employment. With that in mind, though, we’ve come up with five simple tax tips for freelance proofreaders: Research the basics of self-employment tax laws in […]

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  • 5 Ways to Promote Yourself as a Freelance Proofreader

    5 Ways to Promote Yourself as a Freelance Proofreader

    Mar 28, 2021

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    • Clients
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer

    So you’ve decided to become a freelance proofreader. But how can you secure work? In this post, we suggest five ways you can promote yourself as a freelance proofreader: Set up a website where you can promote your services and update it regularly. Use social media to network and advertise your work. Join a proofreading […]

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