freelance tips
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5 Tips on Using Social Media as a Freelancer
5 Tips on Using Social Media as a Freelancer
Jul 04, 2021
As a freelance proofreader, a strong social media presence can help you promote your services and find new clients. In this post, we have a few tips on using social media as a freelancer: Choose social media platforms based on your target audience. Create an informative and professional-looking profile. Post regularly and use social media […]
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5 Tax Tips for Freelance Proofreaders
5 Tax Tips for Freelance Proofreaders
Apr 01, 2021
We love the freedom of freelancing, but it does mean you need to keep track of your own finances. And mastering your taxes can be daunting if you’re new to self-employment. With that in mind, though, we’ve come up with five simple tax tips for freelance proofreaders: Research the basics of self-employment tax laws in […]
5 Reasons Proofreading Is a Great Job for Seniors
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5 Tips for Avoiding Burnout as a Proofreader
Nov 19, 2020
Being a freelance proofreader means you can set your own schedule and work wherever you want. But this can also make it easier to experience work-related burnout. So, what can you do to stay productive and healthy? We have five tips that can help: Set boundaries to make sure work doesn’t creep into other areas […]
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Productivity Software: Website Blockers to Help You Stay Focused
Sep 27, 2020
Distractions abound on the web. And these distractions can be costly for freelance proofreaders, reducing productivity, accuracy, and earnings. If this sounds like your working day, you may want to download a website blocker to help you stay focused. But what are website blockers? And what software should you use? Let’s take a look. What […]
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5 Top Tips for New Freelance Proofreaders
Jul 05, 2020
If you’re just starting out in the world of proofreading and editing, what do you need to know? And what should you expect? In this post, we offer five top tips for new freelance proofreaders. 1. Focus on the Brief A clear brief is key for any proofreading or editing job, especially for newer freelancers. […]
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Freelance Tips: Confidentiality and Proofreading
Jun 04, 2020
Working as a freelance proofreader, you may sometimes encounter issues related to confidentiality. But it should be simple to avoid problems with privacy and confidentiality if you follow a few simple guidelines. Check out our advice below to find out more. Proofreading and Confidentiality Becoming A Proofreader Our comprehensive proofreading course will teach you everything […]
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What to Do When a Client Won't Pay
May 21, 2020
As a freelance proofreader, we hope your clients all pay promptly and in full. However, many freelancers do encounter clients who delay payment or ignore invoices.
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Freelance Proofreading Tips: The Client’s Brief
Mar 19, 2020
As a freelance proofreader and editor, your work may range from making major changes to a document to fixing typos and other minor errors. And this variability is why you need to agree on a clear brief with each client. But what is a brief? And what might it cover? Understanding the Client’s Brief In […]
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5 Brilliant Benefits of Freelance Life
5 Brilliant Benefits of Freelance Life
Feb 20, 2020
Freelancing isn’t always easy. You have to manage your own workload. Sometimes you’ll have to chase up clients for payment. But it has advantages, too. So if you’re not sure whether freelance proofreading is for you, check out our top five benefits of freelance life. 1. Enjoy Flexible Hours On the subject of conventional working […]
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How to Manage Your Workload as a Freelancer
How to Manage Your Workload as a Freelancer
Feb 03, 2020
Freelancing can be a rewarding career path – you get the freedom to set your own schedule, choose your projects, and work from anywhere. But it can also be challenging, especially when you’re juggling multiple clients and facing tight deadlines. How do you stay on top of your workload without sacrificing the quality of your […]
