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 Start a New Career at 50 (and Beyond)
How to Start a New Career at 50 (and Beyond)
Jul 24, 2023
Starting a new career can seem like an intimidating challenge at any stage of life, especially if you’re 50 or above. Luckily, there are ways to make a change regardless of your age. Why Start a New Career at 50? For many over 50s, changing careers can be daunting. After all, you may have spent […]
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7 of the Best Jobs for People Who Like to Read
7 of the Best Jobs for People Who Like to Read
Jul 19, 2023
Do you have a passion for reading and want to turn it into a career? If the answer is yes, then you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we’ll discuss the best jobs for people who like to read and how Knowadays can help jumpstart your new career. We’ll take you through some […]
How to Offer Formatting Services as a Proofreader or Editor
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5 Flexible Jobs Where You Can Work Alone
Jun 28, 2023
Are 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
Jun 05, 2023
If 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
Jun 02, 2023
Are 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 Freelance Medical Editor
May 26, 2023
Medical editing can be a great option for freelancers looking to find a niche to specialize in. And while you don’t need a background in science or medicine to become a medical editor, you’ll need to develop several skills and abilities. In this post, we’ll provide: What Is Medical Editing? Medical editors work with texts […]
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How to Become a Court Transcript Proofreader
May 17, 2023
One 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
May 12, 2023
Legal 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
Apr 26, 2023
Being 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 are 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 […]
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What Is a Solopreneur? (And How to Become One)
What Is a Solopreneur? (And How to Become One)
Apr 21, 2023
These 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. […]