Freelance Tips

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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    Should Freelance Writers Ever Work for Free?

    Should Freelance Writers Ever Work for Free?

    Published Sep 08, 2023
    Last Updated Dec 15, 2023

    • Business Tips
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips

    Whatever stage you’re at in your freelance writing career, you will inevitably encounter clients who want you to work for free. But is the right answer always a firm “no”? For freelancers, the question of working for free is a little more complex than that. Should Freelancers Ever Work for Free? Unfortunately, there’s no definite […]

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    5 of the Best Microsoft Word Courses

    5 of the Best Microsoft Word Courses

    Published Sep 06, 2023
    Last Updated Dec 15, 2023

    • Formatting
    • Freelance Software and Tools
    • Freelance Tips
    • Proofreading Software and Tools

    Microsoft Word is one of the most popular word processing software programs available and is widely used in offices across the world. Online courses can be an effective and time-efficient way to develop your Microsoft Word skills and further your professional development. But with so many options, how do you decide which one is right […]

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    How To Create a Freelance Writing Invoice

    Published Sep 04, 2023
    Last Updated Mar 31, 2025

    • Business Tips
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips

    You’ve completed a freelance writing project for a client, and they’re happy with your work – now it’s time to get paid! Make sure your clients know exactly how much you’re owed by sending them a professional freelance writing invoice. In this post, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about freelance writing invoices, including: […]

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    How To Write a Freelance Writing Resume

    Published Sep 03, 2023
    Last Updated Mar 27, 2025

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

    If you want to pursue a career as a freelance writer, it’s essential to showcase your skills and experience with an effective freelance writing resume. In this post, we’ll discuss: Keep reading to learn more about freelance writing resumes and why they’re important. Why Do You Need a Resume as a Freelance Writer? Whether you’re […]

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    5 Professional Bio Examples for Freelance Writers

    Published Sep 01, 2023
    Last Updated Nov 26, 2024

    • Business Tips
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    A professional bio is a crucial tool in any freelance writer’s kit. Find out what you can gain from writing your own professional bio and how to get started crafting one, then take inspiration from our five proven examples of professional bios by established freelance writers. What Is a Professional Bio? A professional bio is […]

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    7 Essential Skills for Proofreading and Editing

    Published Aug 31, 2023
    Last Updated Nov 18, 2024

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

    While you don’t need a specific degree to launch a successful proofreading and editing business, you do need certain skills. Proofreading and editing are distinct services, but lots of freelancers offer both, and they require many of the same skills. If you’re motivated to learn, you can build the skills you need to get started. […]

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    How Guest Posting Can Help You Grow Your Writing Business

    Published Aug 30, 2023
    Last Updated Dec 15, 2023

    • Freelance Tips

    Guest posting is a common marketing tactic employed by freelance writers and other content producers to boost traffic and build an audience. In this post, we’ll cover: Let’s begin! What Is Guest Posting? Guest posting, also known as guest blogging, is a marketing technique where writers produce content for other websites as a way to […]

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    Do You Need Qualifications to Work as a Proofreader?

    Published Aug 29, 2023
    Last Updated Mar 25, 2025

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

    Here at Knowadays, people often ask us whether you need qualifications to become a proofreader. The short answer is no. Qualifications are a great bonus, but the only things you really need to become a professional proofreader are knowledge, skills, and experience. In this post we’ll discuss the skills you need to be a proofreader […]

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    What’s the Difference Between Copywriting and Content Writing?

    What’s the Difference Between Copywriting and Content Writing?

    Published Aug 26, 2023
    Last Updated Mar 26, 2025

    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer

    The terms “copywriting” and “content writing” are often used interchangeably, even by freelance writers. However, while copywriting and content writing are both essential components of an effective marketing strategy, they are actually two distinct services. In this post, we’ll discuss the merits of both, how they’re different, and how Knowadays can help you kickstart a […]

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    How Much Can a Freelance Proofreader Earn?

    How Much Can a Freelance Proofreader Earn?

    Published Aug 25, 2023
    Last Updated Dec 30, 2024

    • Business Tips
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer

    A career as a freelance proofreader has many benefits. You get to be your own boss, which means you’re in complete control of how, when, and where you work. But with this freedom comes a big responsibility – deciding how much to charge clients for your work. So how much can a freelance proofreader earn? […]

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