Organisation and Productivity
Organization and productivity are essential skills for freelancers in any industry! Here, we explore valuable time-management strategies and organizational tools, designed to help you work smarter and maintain focus.
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How to Write an Effective Client Meeting Agenda
How to Write an Effective Client Meeting Agenda
Mar 11, 2023
As a freelancer, you’re in control of your work schedule, but you don’t get paid if you don’t work. Therefore, avoiding unnecessary or unproductive meetings helps you focus on your projects and optimize your workdays. However, it’s not always possible (or in your best interest) to avoid a face-to-face meeting with a current or potential […]
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How to Use the Pomodoro Technique as a Freelancer
How to Use the Pomodoro Technique as a Freelancer
Jan 29, 2023
While it’s always beneficial to be productive at work, it’s especially important as a freelancer, as your income often depends on how many projects you can take on. The Pomodoro technique is a popular time management system designed to increase focus and productivity while completing work-related tasks. Read on to learn more about it and […]
How to Spring Clean Your Freelance Business
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3 Ways Kanban Boards Can Help You Grow Your Freelance Business
Jan 15, 2023
Although most people think of Kanban boards as a collaborative tool for teams, they can also be useful for freelancers working on their own. In this post, we’ll discuss how you can use Kanban boards to grow your freelance business. What Is a Kanban Board? Kanban boards are a type of visual project management tool. […]
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How to Create an Eco-Friendly Home Office
Nov 05, 2022
Being able to work from home is one of the many benefits of being a freelancer. And since working from home reduces your travel emissions and energy usage, it’s also a more eco-friendly way to work. But there are ways you can minimize your career’s impact on the environment even further. In this blog post, […]
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How to Take Effective Breaks (And Maximize Your Productivity)
Sep 30, 2022
Breaks are an essential part of any workday and can have a concrete impact on your health and productivity. This is especially true when you’re working from home, as the boundaries between work and free time can become more blurred. In today’s post, we take a look at exactly why breaks are so important and […]
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10 Evening Routines to Set You Up for Success
Sep 24, 2022
Good evening routines are just as important as good morning routines. It can help you unwind from work, sleep better, and set you up for success the following day. In this post, we’re sharing some tips to help you perfect your evening routine, whether you’ve got a day of freelancing or some well-earned time off […]
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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 […]
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5 Tips for Writing Better To-Do Lists
Sep 16, 2022
To-do lists can be a great organization and scheduling tool for freelance proofreaders and editors. But sometimes, the familiar to-do list can work against us; after all, what’s more overwhelming than a never-ending list of tasks and looming deadlines? That’s why, in this post, we’ll share our top five tips to make sure your to-do […]
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7 Things to Put in Your Home Office
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 Tips for Scheduling and Planning as a Freelance Proofreader
5 Tips for Scheduling and Planning as a Freelance Proofreader
Aug 26, 2021
One of the many perks of freelancing is the freedom to choose your own work hours and routine. But it can be easy to lose direction when you have so much flexibility. In this post, then, we’ll cover five tips for scheduling and planning as a freelance proofreader. These include: Writing to-do lists for short- […]
