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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Why is Upskilling Important for Freelance Proofreaders and Editors?
Why is Upskilling Important for Freelance Proofreaders and Editors?
Published Jan 08, 2023
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024Upskilling is a popular buzzword in freelance circles. But what exactly does it mean, and why should you consider doing it? We answer these questions and give tips on how to upskill as a freelance proofreader or editor. What is Upskilling? Upskilling is the process of learning new career-related skills or improving the ones you […]
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7 Ways to Improve Your Active Listening Skills
7 Ways to Improve Your Active Listening Skills
Published Jan 06, 2023
Last Updated Mar 26, 2025Active listening is an essential life skill – both in your career and personal life. But what does it mean to be an active listener? In a conversation, active listening means being fully present and interacting with the other person in a meaningful way (instead of just waiting for your turn to speak). As a […]
How to Use Resume Keywords and Phrases
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How to Get Back to Work After a Career Break
Published Dec 28, 2022
Last Updated Apr 15, 2025There are many reasons to take a career break, and whether you’ve been away for six months or six years, it can be overwhelming to think about returning to work. Restarting your career can be stressful, but with the right preparation, it doesn’t have to be. Keep reading for some helpful tips on how to […]
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How to Explain a Resume Gap
Published Dec 24, 2022
Last Updated Dec 15, 2023If you’ve been out of the workforce for a while and have a gap in your resume, you may be wondering how it’ll affect your job search now that you’re ready to get back to work. Long breaks between jobs are usually nothing to worry about, though, if they are handled the right way. In […]
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7 Websites to Help You Find Freelance Work Online
Published Dec 19, 2022
Last Updated Mar 27, 2025There are many ways to approach finding freelance work, from advertisements to word-of-mouth recommendations. However, if you want to expand your reach and connect with clients around the world, joining an online freelance marketplace is an excellent option. Below, we explain what these marketplaces are, how they work, and introduce seven popular platforms that could […]
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Formal Letter Format: Everything You Need To Know
Published Dec 09, 2022
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024Most of us will need to write a formal letter at some point in our lives. If you’re writing a letter for a professional context – such as for a job application or reference letter – it’s really important to get the tone and style correct. Email tends to be the more popular form of […]
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How to Prepare for a Christmas Break
Published Dec 05, 2022
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024When it comes to the holidays, do you finish all your planning and shopping months in advance or do you prefer to leave the preparations until the last minute? Whatever you prefer, if you’re a freelancer, you must make one important holiday plan early: prepare your business so you can take a well-deserved Christmas break. […]
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How Your LinkedIn Profile Can Help You Find Freelance Work
Published Dec 02, 2022
Last Updated Jul 02, 2025There are lots of different ways that freelance professionals can find work and promote themselves. In this post, we’ll look at the benefits an effective LinkedIn profile can provide when searching for freelance work. The Benefits of LinkedIn for Freelancers Unlike most other social networking platforms, LinkedIn is designed and built around professionals. This makes […]
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3 Communication Skills Every Freelancer Needs
3 Communication Skills Every Freelancer Needs
Published Nov 20, 2022
Last Updated Jun 23, 2024If you want to jump into freelancing, you’ll need to learn the best ways to communicate with your clients, especially in the digital age. In this post, we’ll look at the four types of communication and some skills every freelancer needs to be a successful communicator. Types of Communication There are four types of communication: […]
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How to Pick a Niche as a Freelance Proofreader or Editor
How to Pick a Niche as a Freelance Proofreader or Editor
Published Nov 14, 2022
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024Picking a proofreading or editing niche can help you find clients and thrive as a freelancer. But what exactly is a niche, and how can you narrow down the subjects you want to specialize in? In this blog post, we’ll answer these questions and help you find the right niche for you. What’s a Niche […]
