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!

  • Freelance Tips: How to Get Paid as a Freelance Proofreader

    Freelance Tips: How to Get Paid as a Freelance Proofreader

    Aug 14, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Clients
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips

    As a freelance proofreader, you rely on your clients for your income. But how can you ensure that you’ll be paid fairly and on time? In this post, we’ll look at how to get paid as a freelance proofreader. We’ll take you through the different payment schedules you can offer and how to choose the […]

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  • 5 Advantages of Having a Website as a Freelance Proofreader

    5 Advantages of Having a Website as a Freelance Proofreader

    Aug 12, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    Creating a website is one of the best things you can do to up your game as a freelance proofreader. And with loads of easy-to-use website builders around now, it’s never been simpler. In this post, we’ll outline the advantages of having a website as a freelance proofreader. In short, a website allows you to: […]

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5 Website SEO Tips for Freelance Proofreaders

  • The Best Appointment Scheduling Apps for Freelancers

    Aug 07, 2021

    • Freelance Software and Tools
    • Freelance Tips
    • Organisation and Productivity

    As a freelance proofreader, you might find yourself needing to keep track of a few appointments. And to save time, you ideally want prospective clients to be able to find out more about your services without emailing back and forth for a suitable meeting time. Luckily, there are some handy apps out there that allow […]

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  • 5 Lifestyle Tips to Boost Your Productivity

    Aug 05, 2021

    • Freelance Tips
    • Lifestyle Tips
    • Organisation and Productivity
    • Working From Home

    Freelance 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- […]

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  • How to Choose a Name for Your Proofreading Business

    Jul 31, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Freelance Tips

    You’ve got the skills, you’ve done the training, and now you’re ready to launch your freelance proofreading business. But what do you name it? And how can you stand out from the crowd? We’ve got a few tips on how to choose a name for your proofreading business. What Are Your Initial Ideas? You might […]

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  • 5 Budgeting Tips for Freelance Proofreaders

    Jul 29, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips

    Becoming a freelance proofreader can bring you freedom and flexibility, but this can also make it difficult to stick to a budget. Luckily, we’ve got some budgeting tips to help you stay on top of your finances and put money aside into savings: Make sure you keep track of exactly how much you’ve earned each […]

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  • 5 Great Books About Freelancing

    Jul 25, 2021

    • Freelance Resources
    • Freelance Tips

    While you can’t become a freelance proofreader without learning the ins and outs of language, punctuation, and grammar, knowing the business side of things is also essential. Below are some great books about the art of freelancing, written by authors with valuable advice about establishing yourself as a sole trader. They cover many aspects of […]

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  • The Best Social Media Management Apps for Freelancers

    Jul 24, 2021

    • Freelance Software and Tools
    • Freelance Tips
    • Organisation and Productivity

    As a freelance proofreader, maintaining a social media presence by regularly posting content is a great way to reach potential clients and grow your business. We’ve already covered our top tips for using social media. But what should you do when you’re too busy to keep up with your online presence in real time? In […]

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  • 5 Tips on How to Cold Email Potential Clients

    5 Tips on How to Cold Email Potential Clients

    Jul 10, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Clients
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    Do you have a list of clients you’d like to work with? If you’re wondering how to approach them, cold email   is one way freelance proofreaders can reach out to (and win) new clients. In this post, we’ll show you how to: Write a subject line that catches the eye of prospective clients. Address […]

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  • 5 Tips on Using Social Media as a Freelancer

    5 Tips on Using Social Media as a Freelancer

    Jul 04, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    As a freelance proofreader, a strong social media presence can help you promote your services and find new clients. In this post, we have a few tips on using social media as a freelancer: Choose social media platforms based on your target audience. Create an informative and professional-looking profile. Post regularly and use social media […]

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