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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The Best Social Media Management Apps for Freelancers
The Best Social Media Management Apps for Freelancers
Jul 24, 2021
As a freelance proofreader, maintaining a social media presence by regularly posting content is a great way to reach potential clients and grow your business. We’ve already covered our top tips for using social media. But what should you do when you’re too busy to keep up with your online presence in real time? In […]
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5 Tips on How to Cold Email Potential Clients
5 Tips on How to Cold Email Potential Clients
Jul 10, 2021
Do you have a list of clients you’d like to work with? If you’re wondering how to approach them, cold email is one way freelance proofreaders can reach out to (and win) new clients. In this post, we’ll show you how to: Write a subject line that catches the eye of prospective clients. Address […]
5 Tips on Using Social Media as a Freelancer
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How to Ask Clients for Feedback as a Freelance Proofreader
Jun 26, 2021
It’s useful for freelance proofreaders to know how to ask clients for feedback. You can use this to identify your strengths and weaknesses. And positive feedback can make for great testimonials, helping you to promote your services. But how should you ask for feedback? In this post, we offer a few tips on asking for […]
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Dos and Don'ts for Editing Client Testimonials
Jun 19, 2021
Adding client testimonials on your website or social media is a great way to showcase the successes you’ve had on previous proofreading jobs. But can you make edits to client feedback before using it as a testimonial? And if so, what can you change? What Can You Do When Editing Testimonials? As a proofreader, you […]
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5 Tax Tips for Freelance Proofreaders
Apr 01, 2021
We 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 […]
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5 Relaxation Tips for Dealing with Work Stress
Mar 04, 2021
Stress can be a major problem in the workplace. And this applies whether you work in an office, from home, or on the go. How, then, should freelance proofreaders approach dealing with work stress? We have five helpful relaxation tips that you might want to try. 1. Know Your Stressors We know mindfulness has become […]
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5 Tips for Boosting Your Productivity as a Freelancer
Feb 07, 2021
Freelancing 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)?
Jan 21, 2021
As 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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3 Tips for Dealing with Negative Client Feedback
3 Tips for Dealing with Negative Client Feedback
Dec 13, 2020
As a freelance proofreader, you will hopefully experience nothing but happy, satisfied clients. However, most freelancers will receive negative feedback at some point. And the question then is how you respond! Our top three tips on this count include: Don’t take negative feedback personally or react emotionally. Instead, try to put your personal feelings aside […]
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5 Tips for Avoiding Burnout as a Proofreader
5 Tips for Avoiding Burnout as a Proofreader
Nov 19, 2020
Being a freelance proofreader means you can set your own schedule and work wherever you want. But this can also make it easier to experience work-related burnout. So, what can you do to stay productive and healthy? We have five tips that can help: Set boundaries to make sure work doesn’t creep into other areas […]
