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 Use Resume Keywords and Phrases
How to Use Resume Keywords and Phrases
Dec 30, 2022
In this digital age, it’s more important than ever to effectively recognize and use keywords. This is especially true with your resume. So, if you’re currently applying for jobs, take a few moments to read about resume keywords and how you can use them to land your dream job. What Are Resume Keywords and Phrases? […]
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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 […]
How to Explain a Resume Gap
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9 Signs It’s Time to Find a New Job
Dec 23, 2022
Are you considering a career change, but aren’t quite sure if it’s the right decision? Here are nine signs that you might be better off with a new career and some tips on how you can go about finding a job that’s right for you. 1. You Dread Workdays Ever get that sinking Sunday feeling? […]
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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
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 […]
