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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5 Tips on Using Social Media as a Freelancer
5 Tips on Using Social Media as a Freelancer
Published Jul 04, 2021
Last Updated Apr 07, 2025As 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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5 Tax Tips for Freelance Proofreaders
5 Tax Tips for Freelance Proofreaders
Published Apr 01, 2021
Last Updated Sep 25, 2025We love the freedom of freelancing, but it does mean you need to keep track of your own finances. And mastering your taxes can be daunting if you’re new to self-employment. With that in mind, though, we’ve come up with five simple tax tips for freelance proofreaders: Research the basics of self-employment tax laws in […]
5 Relaxation Tips for Dealing with Work Stress
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5 Tips for Boosting Your Productivity as a Freelancer
Published Feb 07, 2021
Last Updated Sep 25, 2025Freelancing means you get to pick your own work hours. But how can you make sure you get everything done? We have five tips to help freelance proofreaders boost their productivity: Use workload management, time-tracking, and motivation tools. Eliminate distractions while you work. Set up your workspace for comfort and efficiency. Make sure to schedule […]
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What Is a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)?
Published Jan 21, 2021
Last Updated Nov 20, 2024As a freelance proofreader, clients and proofreading agencies may ask you to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). But what is a non-disclosure agreement? And what do you need to know before signing one? In this post, we set out the basics of how NDAs work. What Is a Non-Disclosure Agreement? A non-disclosure agreement (often abbreviated […]
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Productivity Software: Website Blockers to Help You Stay Focused
Published Sep 27, 2020
Last Updated Nov 06, 2025Distractions abound on the web. And these distractions can be costly for freelancers – reducing productivity, accuracy, and earnings. If this sounds like your workday, a website blocker may help you stay focused. But what are website blockers? And what software should you use? Let’s take a look. What Are Website Blockers? Website-blocking software helps […]
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How to Find Proofreading Jobs Online
Published Sep 03, 2020
Last Updated Apr 15, 2025You’ve decided to work as a freelance proofreader – but have you thought about how to find proofreading jobs online? If not, don’t worry! Whether you’re new to proofreading or you already have some experience, there are plenty of opportunities and ways to find freelance work. In this guide, you’ll learn about nine tried-and-true methods […]
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Freelancer Resources: Proofreading and Editing Societies
Published Jul 30, 2020
Last Updated Mar 27, 2025Worried that freelance proofreading might mean working in isolation? Luckily, there are plenty of proofreading and editing societies around. These offer various services, including: Opportunities to network with other editors and proofreaders. Additional training and advice to help you improve as an editor. Methods for promoting your services and gaining new clients. Access to industry […]
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Confidentiality and Proofreading
Published Jun 04, 2020
Last Updated Jan 30, 2026Working as a freelance proofreader or editor means clients will trust you with their documents and personal or business information. If you want clients to feel confident in hiring you, you need to understand how to protect their privacy and comply with relevant laws. In this guide, we’ll cover the key steps to maintaining client […]
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Freelance Tips: Should You Offer a Free Sample Edit?
Freelance Tips: Should You Offer a Free Sample Edit?
Published May 28, 2020
Last Updated Aug 07, 2023Some freelance proofreaders offer new clients a free sample edit. This means checking part of a document for free so a client can see your work before committing to paying. But is this a good idea? And if so, how should you approach offering a free sample edit? Why Do Some Proofreaders Offer a Free […]
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5 of the Best Time-Tracking Tools for Freelancers
5 of the Best Time-Tracking Tools for Freelancers
Published Apr 02, 2020
Last Updated Sep 23, 2025As a freelancer, you may need to charge by the hour. But to do this, you’ll need to keep track of how long you work on each job. And rather than sitting at your laptop with a stopwatch, it makes sense to find a time-tracking app that can do this for you! In this post, […]
