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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    3 Communication Skills Every Freelancer Needs

    3 Communication Skills Every Freelancer Needs

    Nov 20, 2022

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

    If 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

    Nov 14, 2022

    • Business Tips
    • Clients
    • Freelance Tips

    Picking 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 […]

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    7 Tips for Effective Video Calls with Clients

    Oct 26, 2022

    • Clients
    • Freelance Software and Tools
    • Freelance Tips
    • Professional Tips

    Freelancers often work remotely, meaning you may end up having a lot of video calls with clients. In this post, we’ll share some tips for video call etiquette that’ll ensure you look and sound your best every time. 1. Dress Professionally It can be tempting to dress casually when working from home. But remember, the […]

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    7 Tips for Effective Online Learning

    Oct 19, 2022

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

    From saving you money to freeing up your schedule, online learning has many benefits. This makes it a great option for working professionals or anyone else who needs a more flexible way to study. Just like any other learning method, though, you’ll need to put in some work to make sure you get the most […]

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    What Are the Benefits of Online Learning?

    Oct 12, 2022

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

    Online learning, also called elearning, is a type of distance learning that takes place over the internet.  In the last few years, the options for learning online have grown to include courses, webinars, and virtual training on just about any subject from proofreading and editing to embroidery. In this post, we look at seven benefits […]

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    How to Deal with Imposter Syndrome as a Freelancer

    Sep 23, 2022

    • Freelance Tips
    • Lifestyle Tips
    • Wellbeing
    • Working From Home

    Freelance proofreading and editing are great options for those seeking a flexible and freeing career, but it’s easy to start doubting yourself and your skills without the support a regular job provides. This makes freelancers particularly susceptible to imposter syndrome. In this post, we’ll talk about what imposter syndrome is, how it might affect you […]

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    5 Tips for Writing Better To-Do Lists

    Sep 16, 2022

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

    To-do lists can be a great organization and scheduling tool for freelance proofreaders and editors. But sometimes, the familiar to-do list can work against us; after all, what’s more overwhelming than a never-ending list of tasks and looming deadlines? That’s why, in this post, we’ll share our top five tips to make sure your to-do […]

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    A Guide to Continuing Professional Development for Freelancers

    Aug 13, 2022

    • Business Tips
    • Freelance Tips
    • Online Learning
    • Skills And Experience

    As a freelance proofreader or editor, taking part in continuing professional development will help you gain and maintain the skills you need to thrive. But working on your own can make this difficult, as you won’t have company training resources. Luckily, there are ways to take your professional development into your own hands. In this […]

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    7 Cybersecurity Tips for Freelancers

    7 Cybersecurity Tips for Freelancers

    Aug 06, 2022

    • Business Tips
    • Clients
    • Freelance Tips

    If you’re a freelance proofreader or editor, it’s important to be prepared for cybersecurity risks. Protecting yourself, your business, and your online data is more urgent now than ever, as 43% of all cyberattacks occur against small businesses and freelancers. But many freelancers don’t know where to start. That’s why we’ve compiled these seven cybersecurity […]

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    Freelance Tips: 5 Tips to Help Reduce Stress When Proofreading

    Freelance Tips: 5 Tips to Help Reduce Stress When Proofreading

    May 23, 2022

    • Freelance Tips
    • Lifestyle Tips
    • Wellbeing
    • Working From Home

    Freelance proofreading is a gratifying job, but that doesn’t mean it’s always stress-free. Working for yourself means you need the discipline to work while carefully managing your workload. But there are several ways to reduce stress when proofreading. 1. Set Up a Productive Workspace It’s hard to deliver your best work in an uncomfortable, cluttered […]

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