Skills And Experience
Want to boost your skills and gain more professional experience? Take a look at our insightful posts on developing the hard and soft skills needed for a variety of careers – including proofreading, editing, content writing, and copywriting.
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How to Become a Freelance Writer
How to Become a Freelance Writer
Published Jul 28, 2023
Last Updated Apr 13, 2026Want to learn more about how to become a freelance writer? With more and more people enjoying the benefits of freelancing, you might be wondering how you can take the plunge into a freelance career yourself. Freelance writing is a popular choice, as it offers a huge variety of potential projects and the chance to […]
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How to Start a New Career at 50 (and Beyond)
How to Start a New Career at 50 (and Beyond)
Published Jul 24, 2023
Last Updated Jun 09, 2025Starting a new career can seem like an intimidating challenge, especially if you’re 50 or above. But in reality, the skills and experiences you’ve accumulated over the years can be valuable stepping stones toward a fulfilling new career. And if you did choose to start a new career, you wouldn’t be alone. A survey released […]
7 of the Best Jobs for People Who Like to Read
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How to Offer Formatting Services as a Proofreader or Editor
Published Jul 05, 2023
Last Updated Apr 07, 2025Offering formatting services can be an opportunity for you, a proofreader or editor, to expand your client base and increase your business earnings. However, before offering these services, you’ll want to ensure that you’re proficient in basic or advanced formatting tasks so you can accurately scope and promote your services and deliver a quality product. […]
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5 Flexible Jobs Where You Can Work Alone
Published Jun 28, 2023
Last Updated Sep 25, 2025Are you interested in finding jobs where you can work alone? If you like to work in a peaceful, quiet environment, and prefer your own company to that of others, then you’re in luck. Work-from-home employment is becoming increasingly common as society shifts away from the traditional 9–5 in-office routine. In this post, we’ll: What […]
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5 Reasons Why AI Won’t Replace Proofreaders and Editors
Published Jun 05, 2023
Last Updated Jul 22, 2025If you’re considering a career as a freelance proofreader or editor, you may be wondering how the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) writing tools will impact your business. And while the landscape of this technology is always evolving, AI is not likely to replace proofreaders and editors anytime soon. In this blog post, we […]
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5 Study Tips from Becoming A Proofreader Graduates
Published Jun 02, 2023
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024Are you about to start our Becoming A Proofreader course? If the answer is yes, congratulations! You’ve taken the first step on your journey toward a flexible, rewarding new career as a freelance proofreader. Learning a new skill can be daunting. If you don’t pick it up straight away or realize you have more to […]
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How to Become a Court Transcript Proofreader
Published May 17, 2023
Last Updated Jul 06, 2024One of the best things about freelance proofreading is getting to work on a wide variety of material. However, there are benefits to choosing a proofreading niche or subject you want to specialize in. One option is to work in the legal field by proofreading transcripts taken during legal proceedings. This post explores: What Is […]
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How to Become a Freelance Legal Editor
Published May 12, 2023
Last Updated May 27, 2025Legal editing can be a rewarding career that is particularly popular among freelancers. But breaking into this specialized industry can seem like a daunting task, especially if you haven’t been an editor for long. In this post, we explain: What Is Legal Writing? Legal writing is any type of writing that is produced within the […]
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10 Great Jobs for Detail-Oriented People
10 Great Jobs for Detail-Oriented People
Published Apr 26, 2023
Last Updated Sep 25, 2025Being detail oriented, or paying attention to the little things, is a valuable skill in any career. If you’re detail oriented (or want to be), there’s a wide variety of jobs that could appeal to your sense of precision. Keep reading to learn more about what it means to be detail oriented and check out […]
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What Is a Solopreneur? (And How to Become One)
What Is a Solopreneur? (And How to Become One)
Published Apr 21, 2023
Last Updated Sep 25, 2025These days, it’s increasingly possible to become your own boss. For many people, doing this means becoming a solopreneur. But what is a solopreneur? The term solopreneur is a combination of solo and entrepreneur. Put simply, it’s a person who runs a business by themselves. They’re both the owner and sole employee of their business. […]
