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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What Is Job Satisfaction? (And How to Increase Yours)
What Is Job Satisfaction? (And How to Increase Yours)
Published Apr 02, 2023
Last Updated May 27, 2025Job satisfaction means different things for different people – not everyone values the same things in a job. But no matter what satisfaction means to you, it’s something you should keep in mind throughout your career. Whether you’re seeking your first job or embarking on a career change, understanding what you’re looking for can help […]
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10 Essential Soft Skills for Your Freelance Resume
10 Essential Soft Skills for Your Freelance Resume
Published Mar 24, 2023
Last Updated Jun 04, 2024The freelance industry has grown exponentially in the past few years. You can derive lots of benefits from freelance work – flexibility, a better work-life balance, and greater earning potential, to name just a few – so you can see why many are choosing to leave the 9-to-5 life behind. Traditional jobs and freelancing do […]
3 of the Best Jobs for English Majors
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Is Online Learning as Good as Face-To-Face Learning?
Published Mar 19, 2023
Last Updated Jun 24, 2024If you’re considering taking an online course, you might be worried that it won’t match up to face-to-face learning. But online learning can provide benefits that you wouldn’t get from an in-person course, such as: In this post, we’ll highlight some common myths surrounding online learning and reveal the truths behind them. Myth #1: You […]
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How to Become a Book Editor
Published Mar 04, 2023
Last Updated May 27, 2025If you’ve always dreamed of being a book editor, this guide is for you. Here, we provide an overview of the different roles available for book editors, as well as tips on how to land your ideal career. What Does a Book Editor Do? First things first: What does being a book editor actually involve? […]
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Why Proofreading Is a Great Remote Job for Former Teachers
Published Feb 22, 2023
Last Updated Mar 04, 2024If you’re a retired teacher or would like to swap the classroom for a work-from-home job, freelance proofreading could be the career for you. Why? Because: Read on to learn why proofreading is a great remote job for former teachers and how your teaching experience can help you take on the freelance proofreading lifestyle. 1. […]
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How to Turn a Hobby into a Freelance Business
Published Jan 25, 2023
Last Updated May 27, 2025Most people have a hobby – something they enjoy doing for fun in their free time. But what if you could do it for more than just fun? Sometimes, what we choose to do as hobbies could actually become a very lucrative freelance business. If you love reading, writing, visual art, music, browsing products on […]
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Why Should You Take an Online Proofreading Course?
Published Jan 22, 2023
Last Updated Mar 26, 2025Online learning (or e-learning) is an increasingly popular way to gain new skills. You can now find online courses on almost any subject, including proofreading and editing. In this blog post, we’ll look at how an online proofreading course can benefit people at all stages of their proofreading career – from those who have never […]
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7 Ways to Improve Your Active Listening Skills
Published Jan 06, 2023
Last Updated Mar 26, 2025Active listening is an essential life skill – both in your career and personal life. But what does it mean to be an active listener? In a conversation, active listening means being fully present and interacting with the other person in a meaningful way (instead of just waiting for your turn to speak). As a […]
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5 Tips for Starting a Career in Editing with No Experience
5 Tips for Starting a Career in Editing with No Experience
Published Jan 04, 2023
Last Updated Nov 21, 2024If you’re thinking of starting a career in editing, don’t let lack of experience put you off. All you need to launch your new career is an interest in the English language and a desire to learn. With that in mind, we’ve got 5 tips to help get you on track to becoming an editor: […]
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How to Use Resume Keywords and Phrases
How to Use Resume Keywords and Phrases
Published Dec 30, 2022
Last Updated Jun 19, 2024In this digital age, it’s more important than ever to effectively recognize and use keywords. This is especially true with your resume. So, if you’re currently applying for jobs, take a few moments to read about resume keywords and how you can use them to land your dream job. What Are Resume Keywords and Phrases? […]
