Lifestyle Tips
Discover tips to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Learn how to balance freelance work with other important parts of your life, such as family time and mental and physical wellness.
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How to Deal with Rejection as a Freelance Proofreader
How to Deal with Rejection as a Freelance Proofreader
Published Oct 02, 2021
Last Updated Jul 01, 2024Regardless of how successful your freelance proofreading career is, rejection is inevitable at some point. Whether it’s in-person rejection, a difficult client, or a negative response to a cold email, it can be hard not to take it personally. But you can use every rejection to your advantage if you take the right approach. In […]
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5 Lifestyle Tips to Boost Your Productivity
5 Lifestyle Tips to Boost Your Productivity
Published Aug 05, 2021
Last Updated Jun 22, 2024Freelance proofreading offers freedom and flexibility, but it can be hard to stay productive when you’re in charge of your own schedule. We suggest following these lifestyle tips to boost your productivity: Make healthy choices about food, water, exercise, and rest. Take regular breaks from your work to avoid burnout. Motivate yourself by setting short- […]
5 Tips to Get Rid of Distractions When Working Remotely
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5 Relaxation Tips for Dealing with Work Stress
Published Mar 04, 2021
Last Updated Jun 24, 2024Stress can be a major problem in the workplace. And this applies whether you work in an office, from home, or on the go. How, then, should freelance proofreaders approach dealing with work stress? We have five helpful relaxation tips that you might want to try. 1. Know Your Stressors We know mindfulness has become […]
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5 Tips for Boosting Your Productivity as a Freelancer
Published Feb 07, 2021
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024Freelancing means you get to pick your own work hours. But how can you make sure you get everything done? We have five tips to help freelance proofreaders boost their productivity: Use workload management, time-tracking, and motivation tools. Eliminate distractions while you work. Set up your workspace for comfort and efficiency. Make sure to schedule […]
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5 Reasons Proofreading Is a Great Job for Seniors
Published Nov 26, 2020
Last Updated Apr 23, 2025Are you recently retired – or nearing retirement – and looking for a flexible, enjoyable way to earn extra income? Proofreading is a popular option for seniors and retirees who want to keep their minds active, supplement their pensions, and enjoy the freedom of setting their own schedules. In this post, we explore five reasons […]
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5 Reasons Proofreading Is the Perfect Student Job
Published Oct 29, 2020
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024Proofreading is an ideal student job. Don’t believe us? We can give you five great reasons: Proofreading lets you earn while you study. Freelance work is flexible, so you can fit it around your schedule. You can improve your own writing skills by working as a proofreader. You’ll also develop valuable professional skills for life […]
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Productivity Software: Website Blockers to Help You Stay Focused
Published Sep 27, 2020
Last Updated Jul 06, 2024Distractions abound on the web. And these distractions can be costly for freelance proofreaders, reducing productivity, accuracy, and earnings. If this sounds like your working day, you may want to download a website blocker to help you stay focused. But what are website blockers? And what software should you use? Let’s take a look. What […]
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Time-Tracking Tools for Freelancers
Published Apr 02, 2020
Last Updated Apr 29, 2025As a freelance proofreader, you may need to charge by the hour. But to do this, you’ll need to keep track of how long you work on each job. And rather than sitting at your laptop with a stopwatch, it makes sense to find a time-tracking app that can do this for you! In this […]
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5 Brilliant Benefits of Freelance Life
5 Brilliant Benefits of Freelance Life
Published Feb 20, 2020
Last Updated Jun 19, 2024Freelancing isn’t always easy. You have to manage your own workload. Sometimes you’ll have to chase up clients for payment. But it has advantages, too. So if you’re not sure whether freelance proofreading is for you, check out our top five benefits of freelance life. 1. Enjoy Flexible Hours On the subject of conventional working […]
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How to Manage Your Workload as a Freelancer
How to Manage Your Workload as a Freelancer
Published Feb 03, 2020
Last Updated Jun 02, 2025Freelancing can be a rewarding career path – you get the freedom to set your own schedule, choose your projects, and work from anywhere. But it can also be challenging, especially when you’re juggling multiple clients and facing tight deadlines. How do you stay on top of your workload without sacrificing the quality of your […]
