How To Become A Freelancer

Would you love the flexibility to choose when, where, and how you work? Do you dream of making a career change and doing something you genuinely enjoy? Or earning some extra income on the side? If your answer to any of these questions is yes, then freelancing could be for you! Our blog covers everything you need to know about getting started as a freelancer, from building the right skills to gaining experience and finding your first clients.

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    7 Essential Skills for Proofreading and Editing

    7 Essential Skills for Proofreading and Editing

    Aug 31, 2023

    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Skills And Experience

    While you don’t need a specific degree to launch a successful proofreading and editing business, you do need certain skills. Proofreading and editing are distinct services, but lots of freelancers offer both, and they require many of the same skills. If you’re motivated to learn, you can build the skills you need to get started. […]

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    Do You Need Qualifications to Work as a Proofreader?

    Do You Need Qualifications to Work as a Proofreader?

    Aug 29, 2023

    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Skills And Experience

    Here at Knowadays, people often ask us whether you need qualifications to become a proofreader. The short answer is no. Qualifications are a great bonus, but the only things you really need to become a professional proofreader are knowledge, skills, and experience. In this post we’ll discuss the skills you need to be a proofreader […]

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    What’s the Difference Between Copywriting and Content Writing?

    Aug 26, 2023

    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer

    The terms “copywriting” and “content writing” are often used interchangeably, even by freelance writers. However, while copywriting and content writing are both essential components of an effective marketing strategy, they are actually two distinct services. In this post, we’ll discuss the merits of both, how they’re different, and how Knowadays can help you kickstart a […]

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    How Much Can a Freelance Proofreader Earn?

    Aug 25, 2023

    • Business Tips
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer

    A career as a freelance proofreader has many benefits. You get to be your own boss, which means you’re in complete control of how, when, and where you work. But with this freedom comes a big responsibility – deciding how much to charge clients for your work. So how much can a freelance proofreader earn? […]

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    What Is Content Writing?

    Aug 25, 2023

    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer

    These days, more content than ever is available on the internet, with over seven million new blog posts published daily. Just about every business with an online presence publishes some form of content – much of it written by content writers. But what is content writing, and how is it different from other forms of […]

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    7 Freelance Writing Skills You Need to Succeed

    Aug 04, 2023

    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Skills And Experience

    If you’re a writer (or thinking about becoming one), then at some point, you’ve probably considered pursuing a freelance career. And while this career path offers a lot of benefits – such as flexibility and the ability to travel while you work – you need to be more than just an exceptional writer to get […]

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    How to Become a Technical Editor

    Jul 31, 2023

    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Skills And Experience

    A technical editor reviews documents written in a technical area, for example, science, health care, engineering, and technology. They work alongside a technical writer to ensure that the text is clear, comprehensive, and error-free and that the language and formatting are consistent throughout. The duties of the technical editor vary depending on the industry, but […]

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    How to Become a Freelance Writer

    Jul 28, 2023

    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Skills And Experience

    With more and more people enjoying the benefits of freelancing, you might be wondering how you can take the plunge into a freelance career yourself. Freelance writing is a popular choice, as it offers a huge variety of potential projects and the chance to turn your passion into a flexible career. Even better, you can […]

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    What Does a Freelance Writer Do?

    What Does a Freelance Writer Do?

    Jul 26, 2023

    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Skills And Experience

    If you’re thinking of going freelance, you might be contemplating a career as a freelance writer. But what exactly does a freelance writer do? We explain what freelance writing is, the types of writing work freelancers do, and what a freelance writer’s process might look like. What Is Freelance Writing? Freelance writing is the process […]

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    How to Start a New Career at 50 (and Beyond)

    How to Start a New Career at 50 (and Beyond)

    Jul 24, 2023

    • Finding Work
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Skills And Experience

    Starting a new career can seem like an intimidating challenge at any stage of life, especially if you’re 50 or above. Luckily, there are ways to make a change regardless of your age. Why Start a New Career at 50? For many over 50s, changing careers can be daunting. After all, you may have spent […]

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