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    What Is the Difference Between an Acronym and an Initialism?

    What Is the Difference Between an Acronym and an Initialism?

    Nov 30, 2023

    • Common Errors
    • Grammar
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Punctuation

    Do you know the difference between an acronym and an initialism? They are both types of abbreviations, and both terms refer to shortened forms made up of a set of capitalized letters (rather than a shortened word, such as Dr.). However, they have different meanings and work in different ways. To help you nail down […]

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    What Are the Different Types of Proofreading?

    What Are the Different Types of Proofreading?

    Sep 19, 2023

    • Proofreading Tips

    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 comprehensive overview of the major types […]

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Do You Need Qualifications to Work as a Proofreader?

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    How Much Can a Freelance Proofreader Earn?

    Aug 25, 2023

    • Business Tips
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer

    A career as a freelance proofreader has many benefits. You get to be your own boss, which means you’re in complete control of how, when, and where you work. But with this freedom comes a big responsibility – deciding how much to charge clients for your work. So how much can a freelance proofreader earn? […]

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    5 Study Tips from Becoming A Proofreader Graduates

    Jun 02, 2023

    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Online Learning
    • Skills And Experience

    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 Court Transcript Proofreader

    May 17, 2023

    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Skills And Experience

    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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    Does Punctuation Go Inside or Outside of Quotation Marks?

    Mar 25, 2023

    • Common Errors
    • Dialects
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Punctuation

    Quotation marks might seem like a minor detail, but they play a major role in helping readers understand what’s being said, cited, or shouted in a sentence. Whether you’re presenting character dialogue in a novel or referencing expert insights in an essay, quotation marks and the surrounding punctuation guide the reader through who said what.  […]

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  • Proofreading Tips: How to Save Your Revisions in Microsoft Word

    How to Save Your Revisions in Microsoft Word

    Feb 27, 2023

    • Editing Tips
    • Proofreading Software and Tools
    • Proofreading Tips

    To work as a freelance proofreader, it’s essential that you know the basics of popular word processing software such as Microsoft Word. One of the Microsoft Word tools that proofreaders use is the Compare feature, which allows you to generate both a Clean copy and a Track Changes copy to return to the client. Does […]

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  • Why Proofreading Is a Great Remote Job for Former Teachers

    Why Proofreading Is a Great Remote Job for Former Teachers

    Feb 22, 2023

    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Lifestyle Tips

    If you’re a retired teacher or would like to swap the classroom for a work-from-home job, freelance proofreading could be the career for you. Why? Because: Read on to learn why proofreading is a great remote job for former teachers and how your teaching experience can help you take on the freelance proofreading lifestyle. 1. […]

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  • Why Proofreading Is the Best Remote Job for Expats

    Why Proofreading Is the Best Remote Job for Expats

    Why Proofreading Is the Best Remote Job for Expats

    Feb 17, 2023

    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Lifestyle Tips

    An expatriate, or expat, is a person who has left their home country to live in another one. There are several reasons why someone might choose to do this, such as for work or the opportunity to experience a new culture.  If you’ve moved to a new country without a job, or have a job […]

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  • Such as vs. Like: What’s the Difference?

    Such As vs. Like: What’s the Difference?

    Such As vs. Like: What’s the Difference?

    Feb 13, 2023

    • Grammar
    • Proofreading Tips

    While they may seem interchangeable, the terms “such as” and “like” actually have different meanings and are used in different ways. While “like” is used to compare things with similar characteristics, “such as” is used to introduce specific examples.  In this blog post, we’ll explore how and when to use these two terms and what […]

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