Lifestyle Tips
Discover tips to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Learn how to balance freelance work with other important parts of your life, such as family time and mental and physical wellness.
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How to Deal with Imposter Syndrome as a Freelancer
How to Deal with Imposter Syndrome as a Freelancer
Sep 23, 2022
Freelance proofreading and editing are great options for those seeking a flexible and freeing career, but it’s easy to start doubting yourself and your skills without the support a regular job provides. This makes freelancers particularly susceptible to imposter syndrome. In this post, we’ll talk about what imposter syndrome is, how it might affect you […]
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5 Morning Routines to Boost Your Productivity
5 Morning Routines to Boost Your Productivity
Sep 17, 2022
Mornings are hard. Your morning routines (or lack thereof) can set the tone for your entire day, so it’s important to find a consistent set of activities to bring structure to those early hours. Having a morning routine leads to a multitude of benefits, such as reducing stress, boosting energy, and increasing productivity throughout the […]
5 Tips for Writing Better To-Do Lists
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Freelance Tips: 5 Tips to Help Reduce Stress When Proofreading
May 23, 2022
Freelance proofreading is a gratifying job, but that doesn’t mean it’s always stress-free. Working for yourself means you need the discipline to work while carefully managing your workload. But there are several ways to reduce stress when proofreading. 1. Set Up a Productive Workspace It’s hard to deliver your best work in an uncomfortable, cluttered […]
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7 Things to Put in Your Home Office
May 18, 2022
Working as a freelance proofreader can mean spending a lot of time in your home office. It’s important that your space offers everything you need to work efficiently, healthily, and happily. So, if you’re itching to follow up on your new year’s resolutions (or just fancy changing up your workspace), here are seven things you […]
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5 Meal-Planning Tips for Freelancers
Nov 27, 2021
When you’re overwhelmed with deadlines and documents, a good meal plan can be a lifesaver for freelance proofreaders. That’s because having a meal ready saves you time and hassle, so you can keep focused. In this post, we’ve got five meal planning tips to help: Find a plan that suits your needs. Plan your grocery […]
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5 Tips to Help You Switch Off from Work
Nov 06, 2021
A growing workload and the pressure of keeping clients happy can have freelance proofreaders working overtime to keep on top of things. But no matter how busy you might feel, you should always switch off from work when it’s time to. We know that can be easier said than done, so we’ve come up with […]
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Freelance Tips: How to Set Healthy Boundaries as a Freelancer
Oct 30, 2021
You’re a freelance proofreader. You’ve escaped the boss over your shoulder, the 7 a.m. commute, and the late nights at the office. But new trouble’s stirring: Saturday night emails from clients that won’t quit, uncontracted work on ever-growing projects, and weekends that were supposed to be time off spent at your desk. You can avoid […]
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How Much Money Can You Save When Working from Home?
Oct 21, 2021
For many freelance proofreaders, working from home represents freedom from the nine to five. But did you know it could mean more savings in your bank account, too? Going to the office, after all, can add some expenses to your daily life. We’ll highlight them in this post, but we’ll also make you aware of […]
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5 Tips on Having a Good Work-Life Balance as a Freelancer
5 Tips on Having a Good Work-Life Balance as a Freelancer
Oct 16, 2021
Being a freelance proofreader is an excellent opportunity to be completely in charge of your own working hours. However, that sometimes can turn into all work and no play – which isn’t the healthiest of scenarios. To achieve a good work-life balance as a freelancer, make sure you follow these tips: Read on to find […]
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5 Tips to Help You Stay Active While Working from Home
5 Tips to Help You Stay Active While Working from Home
Oct 03, 2021
If you’re a freelance proofreader, you might be becoming all too familiar with working from home, and you’ll know how hard it can feel to stay active. But home working needn’t be a sedentary lifestyle. In this post, we’ve got five great tips to help you stay active while working from home: Work standing up or […]
