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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    How to Become a Freelance Writer

    How to Become a Freelance Writer

    Published Jul 28, 2023
    Last Updated May 27, 2025

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

    Want to learn more about how to become a freelance writer? With more and more people enjoying the benefits of freelancing, you might be wondering how you can take the plunge into a freelance career yourself. Freelance writing is a popular choice, as it offers a huge variety of potential projects and the chance to […]

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    How to Write a Follow Up Email as a Freelancer

    How to Write a Follow Up Email as a Freelancer

    Published Jul 21, 2023
    Last Updated Apr 07, 2025

    • Clients
    • Freelance Tips

    As a freelancer, you’ll spend lots of time communicating with clients and other professionals. This includes writing many different emails. But what do you do when those emails don’t get a response? Write a follow-up, of course. Here are our tips for a successful follow-up email that will help you reach your objectives as a […]

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    How to Find Freelance Copy Editing Jobs Online

    Published Jul 12, 2023
    Last Updated May 27, 2025

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

    You’ve decided to become a copy editor, and you know you want to work remotely – but do you know where to find freelance copy editing jobs? The good news is there are plenty of opportunities out there – you just need to know where to look. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll give you a […]

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    How to Offer Formatting Services as a Proofreader or Editor

    Published Jul 05, 2023
    Last Updated Apr 07, 2025

    • Finding Work
    • Formatting
    • Freelance Tips
    • Skills And Experience

    Offering formatting services can be an opportunity for you, a proofreader or editor, to expand your client base and increase your business earnings. However, before offering these services, you’ll want to ensure that you’re proficient in basic or advanced formatting tasks so you can accurately scope and promote your services and deliver a quality product. […]

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    What Are the Benefits of AI for Freelancers?

    Published Jun 30, 2023
    Last Updated Nov 28, 2024

    • AI
    • Freelance Software and Tools
    • Freelance Tips

    Artificial intelligence (AI) has made big strides recently, raising questions about how it might alter the world of work now and in the near future. If you’re a freelancer, you might be wondering what the rise of AI means for you and your career. Luckily, we’re here with the details. In this blog post, we’ll […]

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    Knowadays vs Proofread Anywhere: What’s the Difference?

    Published Jun 23, 2023
    Last Updated Oct 28, 2024

    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Online Learning

    Taking an online course is a great way to kickstart your career as a freelance proofreader, and can provide you with the necessary skills, experience, and confidence you need to succeed. In this blog post, we carefully compare the proofreading courses offered by Knowadays and Proofread Anywhere to help you consider each option and choose […]

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    5 of the Best Online Proofreading Courses for Beginners

    Published Jun 21, 2023
    Last Updated Mar 27, 2025

    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Online Learning

    If you’re thinking of starting a career as a professional proofreader, you’re in the right place. With so many online proofreading courses available, it can be difficult to know which one will best suit your needs and give you the right skills to launch your new career. In this guide, we’ll offer some key tips […]

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    How to Handle a Missed Deadline as a Freelancer

    Published Jun 07, 2023
    Last Updated Nov 20, 2024

    • Clients
    • Freelance Tips
    • Professional Tips

    There is a lot of flexibility associated with being a freelancer, but there are also a lot of responsibilities. One of the most common is meeting deadlines. When freelancing, apart from the quality of your work, your clients don’t always have many ways to assess you. Missing an important deadline can harm your reputation, but […]

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    5 Reasons Why AI Won’t Replace Proofreaders and Editors

    5 Reasons Why AI Won’t Replace Proofreaders and Editors

    Published Jun 05, 2023
    Last Updated Nov 28, 2024

    • AI
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips
    • Skills And Experience

    If you’re considering a career as a freelance proofreader or editor, you may be wondering how the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) writing tools will impact your business. And while the landscape of this technology is always evolving, AI is not likely to replace proofreaders and editors anytime soon. In this blog post, we […]

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    5 Study Tips from Becoming A Proofreader Graduates

    5 Study Tips from Becoming A Proofreader Graduates

    Published Jun 02, 2023
    Last Updated Nov 26, 2024

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

    Are you about to start our Becoming A Proofreader course? If the answer is yes, congratulations! You’ve taken the first step on your journey toward a flexible, rewarding new career as a freelance proofreader. Learning a new skill can be daunting. If you don’t pick it up straight away or realize you have more to […]

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