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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What Is a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)?
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
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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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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5 Top Tips for New Freelance Proofreaders
Published Jul 05, 2020
Last Updated Jul 04, 2024If you’re just starting out in the world of proofreading and editing, what do you need to know? And what should you expect? In this post, we offer five top tips for new freelance proofreaders. 1. Focus on the Brief A clear brief is key for any proofreading or editing job, especially for newer freelancers. […]
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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?
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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What to Do When a Client Won't Pay
Published May 21, 2020
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024As a freelance proofreader, we hope your clients all pay promptly and in full. However, many freelancers do encounter clients who delay payment or ignore invoices.
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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, […]
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How to Manage Your Workload as a Freelancer
How to Manage Your Workload as a Freelancer
Published Feb 03, 2020
Last Updated Jun 02, 2025Freelancing can be a rewarding career path – you get the freedom to set your own schedule, choose your projects, and work from anywhere. But it can also be challenging, especially when you’re juggling multiple clients and facing tight deadlines. How do you stay on top of your workload without sacrificing the quality of your […]