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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    How to Create a Proofreading Resume as a New Proofreader

    How to Create a Proofreading Resume as a New Proofreader

    Sep 09, 2021

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

    If 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

    5 Tips for Handling Your First Proofreading Job

    Sep 05, 2021

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

    If 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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5 Reasons Proofreading Is a Great Job for Seniors

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    5 Reasons Proofreading Is the Perfect Student Job

    Oct 29, 2020

    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Lifestyle Tips

    Proofreading is an ideal student job. Don’t believe us? We can give you five great reasons: Proofreading lets you earn while you study. Freelance work is flexible, so you can fit it around your schedule. You can improve your own writing skills by working as a proofreader. You’ll also develop valuable professional skills for life […]

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    5 Tips to Start a Proofreading Career with No Experience

    Oct 25, 2020

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

    Thinking about a career as a freelance proofreader? Worried you don’t have the right training or background? If so, we have good news! It’s possible to start a proofreading career with no experience whatsoever. All you need to do is: Read on below to find out why freelance proofreading is a perfect entry-level job, even […]

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    How to Find Proofreading Jobs Online

    Sep 03, 2020

    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer

    You’ve decided to work as a freelance proofreader – but have you thought about how to find proofreading jobs online? If not, don’t worry! Whether you’re new to proofreading or you already have some experience, there are plenty of opportunities and ways to find freelance work.  In this guide, you’ll learn about nine tried-and-true methods […]

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    5 Top Tips for New Freelance Proofreaders

    Jul 05, 2020

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

    If 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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    5 Brilliant Benefits of Freelance Life

    Feb 20, 2020

    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Lifestyle Tips

    Freelancing isn’t always easy. You have to manage your own workload. Sometimes you’ll have to chase up clients for payment. But it has advantages, too. So if you’re not sure whether freelance proofreading is for you, check out our top five benefits of freelance life. 1. Enjoy Flexible Hours On the subject of conventional working […]

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    How to Create a Proofreading Resume as a New Proofreader

    How to Create a Proofreading Resume as a New Proofreader

    Sep 09, 2021

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

    If 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 […]

    Read more
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    5 Tips for Handling Your First Proofreading Job

    5 Tips for Handling Your First Proofreading Job

    Sep 05, 2021

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

    If 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 […]

    Read more