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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How to Set SMART Goals for Your Freelance Proofreading Business
How to Set SMART Goals for Your Freelance Proofreading Business
Published Oct 14, 2021
Last Updated Jun 18, 2024Whatever hopes you have for your career as a freelance proofreader, setting goals can help you to achieve them. But you’ll need to put some thought into what these goals are and how they’ll help you in the long run. That’s why we’ve come up with five tips to help you set SMART goals for […]
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Should You Ever Turn Down Work as a Freelancer?
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 […]
How to Deal with Rejection as a Freelance Proofreader
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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 Apr 15, 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
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
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 […]
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What to Include in a Freelance Proofreading Contract
What to Include in a Freelance Proofreading Contract
Published Sep 04, 2021
Last Updated Feb 04, 2025As a freelance proofreader, you’re responsible for deciding on the terms of your work before starting a project with a client. Getting these terms down in writing, in the form of a freelance contract, is a time investment that can prevent serious headaches down the road. In this post, then, we’ll cover some of the […]
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How to Create a Proofreading Portfolio for Your Website
How to Create a Proofreading Portfolio for Your Website
Published Sep 02, 2021
Last Updated May 27, 2025If you’re a freelance proofreader, creating a strong portfolio is a great way to document your previous experience, thus showing potential clients that you know what you’re doing. A proofreading portfolio will consist of a selection, either comprehensive or selective, of works you have previously proofread. But how should you put one together? In this […]
