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What to Put on a Business Card as a Freelancer
What to Put on a Business Card as a Freelancer
Jun 28, 2024
Understanding what to put on a business card is essential for any freelancer looking to make a lasting impression. A well-designed business card can open doors to new opportunities, help establish your brand, and ensure potential clients remember you. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about creating an effective […]
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A Complete Guide to Branding for Freelancers
A Complete Guide to Branding for Freelancers
Jun 21, 2024
Branding for freelancers? Isn’t branding something for big companies, corporations, and institutions? The simple answer is no. What works for them can work for you too! And you don’t need a big budget or staff to achieve it. In this post, we’ll walk you through what branding is, why it’s important, and how you can […]
How to Choose Your Freelance Business Name
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What Makes a Good Editor?
May 29, 2024
Whether you’re looking to engage one or become one, it’s a crucial question: What makes a good editor? There’s probably more to it than you imagine. It’s not just correcting the odd typo and dealing with rogue apostrophes. By the end of this post, we hope you’ll have a better idea of what to look […]
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How to Become a Better Editor
Apr 06, 2024
Wondering how to become a better editor? Whether you’re just starting your editing career or are an experienced editor, we have some tips for you – nine of them, in fact! And by reading this post, you’re already well on the way to one of them… What Skills Does an Editor Need? When it comes […]
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What Is Line Editing?
Apr 05, 2024
What is line editing? There are many different types of editing, each taking place at a different stage of the document publication process. As a proofreader or editor, you will greatly benefit from having a solid understanding of each. Line editing shares some similarities with other types of editing, but it is a distinct process. […]
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What Are the Different Types of Editing?
Mar 31, 2024
Did you know that there’s more than one type of editing? In fact, a piece of content may go through several rounds of editing before publication, each round addressing a different issue. In this post, then, we’ll review the different types of editing and what’s involved in every step of the process – including practical […]
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How to Navigate the Writer-Editor Relationship
Dec 25, 2023
For a freelance writer or editor, knowing how to build a harmonious writer–editor relationship is key to your success. Writers and editors both play important roles in the content production process. They need to work together effectively to make sure a piece of content is the best it can be. This post will explain exactly […]
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What Are Proofreading Marks? A Beginner's Guide
Nov 23, 2023
If you’re considering a career as a proofreader or editor, you should be aware of proofreading marks. Although most proofreading and editing is now done via a computer in a program like Microsoft Word, you may need to use proofreading marks if a client wants you to work on paper. In this blog post, we […]
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What Are the Different Types of Proofreading?
What Are the Different Types of Proofreading?
Sep 19, 2023
As a freelance proofreader, you need to be familiar with the different types of proofreading and the work they involve. You’ll likely work with a wide variety of clients on a range of document types, each of which will have its own requirements. In this post, we’ll provide a general overview of what a proofreader […]
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How to Write an Elevator Pitch as a Freelancer
How to Write an Elevator Pitch as a Freelancer
Sep 15, 2023
It’s important to learn how to write an elevator pitch as a freelancer so you can pitch your services quickly and succinctly to anyone who asks. There’s nothing worse than having an opportunity to pitch your services and not being prepared. So, it’s a good idea to have one or two elevator pitches ready for […]