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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Freelance Tips: How to Set Healthy Boundaries as a Freelancer
Freelance Tips: How to Set Healthy Boundaries as a Freelancer
Published Oct 30, 2021
Last Updated Sep 25, 2025You’re a freelance proofreader. You’ve escaped the boss over your shoulder, the 7 a.m. commute, and the late nights at the office. But new trouble’s stirring: Saturday night emails from clients that won’t quit, uncontracted work on ever-growing projects, and weekends that were supposed to be time off spent at your desk. You can avoid […]
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5 Tips on Having a Good Work-Life Balance as a Freelancer
5 Tips on Having a Good Work-Life Balance as a Freelancer
Published Oct 16, 2021
Last Updated Sep 25, 2025Being a freelance proofreader is an excellent opportunity to be completely in charge of your own working hours. However, that sometimes can turn into all work and no play – which isn’t the healthiest of scenarios. To achieve a good work-life balance as a freelancer, make sure you follow these tips: Read on to find […]
How to Set SMART Goals for Your Freelance Proofreading Business
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Should You Ever Turn Down Work as a Freelancer?
Published Oct 07, 2021
Last Updated Jun 11, 2025As a freelancer, turning down work can seem really difficult. Not only are you reducing your potential earnings, but you’re turning away clients you’ve worked hard to reach. But you should never feel pressured into taking on work. After all, isn’t freedom the whole point of freelancing? So, if you’re having doubts about a new […]
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How to Deal with Rejection as a Freelance Proofreader
Published Oct 02, 2021
Last Updated Sep 25, 2025Regardless of how successful your freelance proofreading career is, rejection is inevitable at some point. Whether it’s in-person rejection, a difficult client, or a negative response to a cold email, it can be hard not to take it personally. But you can use every rejection to your advantage if you take the right approach. In […]
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When Should You Raise Your Rates as a Freelance Proofreader?
Published Sep 30, 2021
Last Updated Mar 31, 2025Freelance proofreading allows you to choose when to give yourself a pay rise. But raising your freelance rates can seem intimidating. You work hard to keep your clients happy and risk losing them if you raise your rates unexpectedly. In this post, we’ll cover when you should raise your rates as a freelance proofreader, and […]
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How to Gain Experience as a New Proofreader
Published Sep 18, 2021
Last Updated Jul 02, 2025It can be hard to get experience as a new proofreader. With many companies requesting former experience for full-time proofreaders, and some clients not wanting to take the risk of hiring someone with no experience, it can seem impossible to get your foot in the door. But becoming a freelance proofreader needn’t be so difficult. […]
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5 Ways to Grow Your Freelance Proofreading Business
Published Sep 12, 2021
Last Updated Jul 02, 2025Becoming a freelance proofreader involves more than just understanding the intricacies of the English language. You’ll also need to learn how to win clients and grow your business. But what are the best ways to do this? Our five tips to help you grow your freelance proofreading business include: Planning your time with steps toward […]
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A Freelancer's Guide to Google Workspace
Published Sep 11, 2021
Last Updated Sep 25, 2025As a modern freelance proofreader, you’ll likely do most of your work online. You might have already set up a website. But if you’re thinking about how you can files, meetings, and emails, you might be considering Google Workspace. With tools like Gmail for Business, Google Workspace can improve your productivity and make collaborative projects […]
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How to Create a Proofreading Resume as a New Proofreader
How to Create a Proofreading Resume as a New Proofreader
Published Sep 09, 2021
Last Updated Jun 18, 2024If you’re looking for proofreading jobs, you’ll need an appropriate resume (usually referred to as a CV in UK English). But what if you’re a new proofreader with little or no work experience? In this post, we’ll share some tips on how to create a proofreading resume or CV that will help you stand out […]
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5 Tips for Handling Your First Proofreading Job
5 Tips for Handling Your First Proofreading Job
Published Sep 05, 2021
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024If you’re a new or aspiring proofreader, you’re probably wondering how you’ll tackle your first proofreading job. In this post, we’ll show you how to succeed at your first freelance gig by: Making sure to define, and then stick to, your client’s brief. Having confidence in your skills as a proofreader. Using checklists to help […]