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As a freelancer, you get to be your own boss. You’re responsible for every aspect of your business – which is both exciting and daunting! Our blog is here to help. It's packed full of handy hints on all aspects of running a successful freelance business, from writing a business plan to determining your marketing strategies, managing your finances, finding clients, and more!

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    5 of the Best Public Speaking Courses for Professionals

    5 of the Best Public Speaking Courses for Professionals

    Published Mar 10, 2024
    Last Updated Dec 03, 2024

    • Freelance Tips
    • Online Learning
    • Public Speaking
    • Skills And Experience

    Have you ever wanted to know what the best public speaking courses are? Knowing how to speak confidently in front of a group is an undoubtedly valuable skill that can help you in almost any career. With this in mind, we’ve put together a guide to five of the best online public speaking courses. To […]

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    10 of the Best Careers for Former Teachers

    10 of the Best Careers for Former Teachers

    Published Mar 01, 2024
    Last Updated Jul 02, 2025

    • Freelance Tips
    • Skills And Experience

    Are you a former teacher contemplating your next career move? Whether seeking a complete change, taking a temporary break, or easing into retirement, individuals with teaching experience can choose from numerous opportunities. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the best careers for former teachers. We’ll highlight your transferable skills, and provide tips for […]

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    A Guide to Writing on Spec as a New Freelancer

    Published Feb 21, 2024
    Last Updated Nov 20, 2024

    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips
    • Writing Tips

    If you’re new to freelance writing, you may have heard about writing on spec, but you might be wondering what it means. In this blog post, we’ll break down what writing on spec is, discuss the pros and cons of doing this type of work, and provide a step-by-step guide for how to write on […]

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    6 Ways to Find Fact-Checking Jobs Online

    Published Feb 19, 2024
    Last Updated May 27, 2025

    • Fact-Checking
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    If you’re new to fact-checking or considering a career in the fact-checking industry, you might be wondering how to find fact-checking jobs. Even if you’ve just begun a course on fact-checking, it’s never too early to think about finding freelance work! That’s why we’re sharing this post. We’ll show you six ways to find a […]

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    10 In-Demand AI Skills (and How to Build Them)

    Published Feb 18, 2024
    Last Updated Jul 01, 2024

    • AI
    • Freelance Tips

    Looking to develop your AI skills? In recent years, numerous new AI tools have become available. And the invention of new technology comes with new opportunities! If you want to take advantage of these opportunities, there are many skills you can build that will help you stand out among your peers. This post will cover […]

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    Top 8 Generative AI Skills for Freelance Writers

    Published Jan 31, 2024
    Last Updated Feb 29, 2024

    • AI
    • Freelance Tips
    • Skills And Experience

    It doesn’t seem that long ago that A.I. was just a Spielberg movie, yet here you are, searching for answers on how to use generative AI skills in your freelance writing career. However hard – and scary – it might be to grasp the leap from fiction to fact, we’re here to reassure you that […]

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    How to Be a Fact-Checker

    Published Jan 29, 2024
    Last Updated Feb 18, 2025

    • Fact-Checking
    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer

    As the amount of online information continues to grow, the ability to discern fact from fiction is becoming increasingly important. One way to do this is to learn how to be a fact-checker. In this blog post, we’ll cover: Whether you’re a journalist, a student, an editor, or just someone who wants to be better […]

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    Legal and Ethical Issues with AI for Content Creation

    Published Jan 26, 2024
    Last Updated Oct 29, 2025

    • AI
    • Freelance Tips

    Many people have concerns about the legal and ethical issues surrounding AI tools and the creative content they can generate. Today’s tools make it incredibly easy to produce just about anything you can think of – but that doesn’t mean the critical eye of a human is no longer necessary. Care and attention must still […]

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    What Is Fact-Checking, and Why Is It Important?

    What Is Fact-Checking, and Why Is It Important?

    Published Jan 22, 2024
    Last Updated Nov 21, 2024

    • Fact-Checking
    • Freelance Tips

    What is fact-checking, and why is it so important for content creation? If you have these kinds of questions on your mind, you’re in the right place! This post will: We’ll also share an exciting opportunity to learn all the skills needed to be an expert fact-checker! What Is Fact-Checking? Fact-checking involves checking the accuracy […]

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    How to Become a Technical Writer

    How to Become a Technical Writer

    Published Jan 21, 2024
    Last Updated Jul 01, 2024

    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Skills And Experience

    Ever wondered how to become a technical writer? If you have a passion for technology and a knack for explaining complex concepts in simple terms, technical writing could be the perfect freelance writing niche for you! In this post, you’ll learn: What Is Technical Writing? Technical writers are experts in presenting complex technical information. Technical […]

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