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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How to Write an Effective Client Meeting Agenda
How to Write an Effective Client Meeting Agenda
Published Mar 11, 2023
Last Updated Nov 20, 2024As a freelancer, you’re in control of your work schedule, but you don’t get paid if you don’t work. Therefore, avoiding unnecessary or unproductive meetings helps you focus on your projects and optimize your workdays. However, it’s not always possible (or in your best interest) to avoid a face-to-face meeting with a current or potential […]
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7 Email Templates for Freelancers
7 Email Templates for Freelancers
Published Mar 05, 2023
Last Updated May 27, 2025Part of establishing yourself as a freelancer is perfecting your online communication skills. Since most freelancers work remotely and rely heavily on email, it’s a good idea to keep some email templates on hand so you can quickly address common client issues. Keep reading for seven customizable email templates to use as a freelancer. 1. […]
How to Find Your Target Market as a New Freelancer
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Best Practices for Client Onboarding
Published Feb 15, 2023
Last Updated Jul 02, 2025The 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
Published Feb 10, 2023
Last Updated Jul 10, 2025A significant part of freelance work is finding clients and maintaining relationships with them. But it’s not enough to simply add more names to your list – you want to find good clients who you actually want to continue working with! To get the best clients, it’s important to know what to look for. Keep […]
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Freelance Red Flags: How to Deal with a Difficult Client
Published Feb 08, 2023
Last Updated Jul 10, 2025There are a lot of benefits to freelance work, like a flexible schedule and the ability to work remotely. However, there are also some drawbacks, such as dealing with difficult clients. And while most clients you work with will be professional and have reasonable expectations, you may occasionally find yourself dealing with a more challenging […]
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How to Charge a Freelance Rush Fee
Published Jan 11, 2023
Last Updated Nov 20, 2024As 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
Published Jan 06, 2023
Last Updated Mar 26, 2025Active 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
Published Nov 20, 2022
Last Updated Jun 23, 2024If 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
How to Pick a Niche as a Freelance Proofreader or Editor
Published Nov 14, 2022
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024Picking 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
How to Find Work with Self-Published Authors
Published Nov 04, 2022
Last Updated Apr 15, 2025Many 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 […]
